Dynamical states and stability of linear arrays of Josephson junctions

Journal Article · Mon Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.98100· OSTI ID:6809310

Hadley, P; Beasley, M R

We consider a one-dimensional array of dc-biased Josephson junctions shunted by a load of passive circuit elements. The load serves to couple the ac Josephson effect oscillations in the various junctions, giving rise to dynamical states of the system that do not appear for a single junction. Our results demonstrate two distinct phase-locked states of the array, hysteresis, and chaotic behavior depending on the load and the value of the bias current. Implications of these results for local oscillator applications of such arrays are also discussed.

• Research Organization: Department of Applied Physics, Stanford University, Stanford, California 94305
• OSTI ID: 6809310
• Journal Information: Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States), Vol. 50:10
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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