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Journal of Applied Physics

Multiplexing superconducting quantum interface device detection coils

A Leuthold, Ronald T. Wakai, Gert K. G. Hohenwarter, J.E. Nordman

Published Aug 15, 1993• 2 citations
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Abstract

A simple thermally controlled, thin-film superconducting switch was developed for the purpose of multiplexing superconducting quantum interference device detection coils. Switching speeds of a few microseconds were achieved and multiplexing at low frequencies was demonstrated.
DOI
10.1063/1.355321

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