Research on Superconductive Signal-Processing Devices.

Abstract

A new technology utilizing superconductive components to realize convolvers and correlators that are capable of processing analog signals having bandwidths from 2-20 GHz is being developed. The technology has two key features: (1) low-loss and low-dispersion electromagnetic striplines provide tapped delay on compact substrates; and (2) superconductive tunnel junctions provide efficient low-noise mixing and high-speed sampling circuits. A convolver with a time-bandwidth product of 28 has been demonstrated. Projections indicate that superconductive technology should support analog devices with time-bandwidth products of 1000 or greater. Originator-Supplied keywords include: convolver, time integrating correlator, ring correlator, convolution, and supercondcutive signal processing.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 30, 1984
Accession Number
ADA152703

Entities

People

  • R. W. Ralston

Organizations

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Analog Signals
  • Bandwidth
  • Computer Programming
  • Computers
  • Correlators
  • Delay Lines
  • Detectors
  • Dynamic Range
  • Fabrication
  • Filtration
  • Frequency Bands
  • Measurement
  • Plasmids
  • Resonant Frequency
  • Semiconductors
  • Signal Processing
  • Transmission Lines

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Image Processing and Computer Vision.
  • Microwave Engineering.
  • Superconducting Magnet Technology