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Direct probing by laser scanning of the current distribution and inhomogeneity of Josephson junctions

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States)
A laser-scanning technique capable of probing the local current density in Josephson junctions has been used to study the current distribution and inhomogeneity of both high- and poor-quality junctions. Results from a high-quality tunnel junction are in good qualitative agreement with theory. The technique is also shown to be useful to study superconducting-normal-superconducting structures and bridge-type weak links.
Research Organization:
Department of Physics, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan 48202
OSTI ID:
6238723
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 50:1; ISSN PRLTA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English