Characterization of energy potential in tunable rf-SQUIDs with the classical regime toward precise design of superconducting flux qubit

The detailed characteristics of classical states in a radio-frequency superconducting quantum interference device (rf-SQUID) with well-designed energy-potential shape are investigated at 4.2 K. Using Nb/AlO (x) standard process which enables precise circuit-parameter implementation, the rf-SQUID is designed in its energy potential. Directions of persistent current can be distinguished in the rf-SQUID we have fabricated. Analyses in circuit simulations indicate the device design based on enough high critical current provides available parameters to construct the device for 10 mK measurement by circuit-parameter scaling. This knowledge may contribute to the precise design of the rf-SQUID for superconducting qubit through device process with lower critical current density.

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The detailed characteristics of classical states in a radio-frequency superconducting quantum interference device (rf-SQUID) with well-designed energy-potential shape were investigated at 4.2 K. Direction of persistent current was distinguishable in the fabricated rf-SQUID. Circuit simulations indicated that device design based on high critical current provided parameters for constructing a device for 10 mK measurements.