Recent advancements in quantum technologies and advanced detection experiments have underscored the pressing need for the detection of exceedingly weak signals within the microwave frequency spectrum. Addressing this challenge, the Josephson Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifier (JTWPA) has been proposed as a cryogenic front-end amplifier capable of approaching the quantum noise limit while providing a relevant bandwidth. This research is centered on a comprehensive numerical investigation of the JTWPA, without resorting to simplifications regarding the nonlinearity of the essential components. Specifically, this study focuses on a thorough examination of the system, characterized by coupled nonlinear differential equations representing all components of the device. Proper input and output signals at the device's boundaries are considered. The analysis of the output signals undergoing the parametric amplification process involves a detailed exploration of phase-space dynamics and Fourier spectral analysis of the output voltage. This study is conducted while considering the parameters ruling the response of the device under pump and signal excitations. In addition to the expected signal amplification, the findings reveal that the nonlinear nature of the system can give rise to unforeseen phenomena, depending on the system's operational conditions, which include: the generation of pump tone harmonics, modulation of the signal gain, and incommensurate frequency generation—effects that are not easily accommodated by simplistic linearized approaches. IEEE

Guarcello, C., Ahrens, F., Avallone, G., Barone, C., Borghesi, M., Callegaro, L., et al. (2024). Nonlinear Behavior of Josephson Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifiers. IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON APPLIED SUPERCONDUCTIVITY, 34(3), 1-5 [10.1109/tasc.2024.3367615].

Nonlinear Behavior of Josephson Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifiers

Borghesi, Matteo;Enrico, Emanuele;Faverzani, Marco;Ferri, Elena;Giachero, Andrea;Labranca, Danilo;Moretti, Roberto;Nucciotti, Angelo;Origo, Luca;Zannoni, Mario
2024

Abstract

Recent advancements in quantum technologies and advanced detection experiments have underscored the pressing need for the detection of exceedingly weak signals within the microwave frequency spectrum. Addressing this challenge, the Josephson Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifier (JTWPA) has been proposed as a cryogenic front-end amplifier capable of approaching the quantum noise limit while providing a relevant bandwidth. This research is centered on a comprehensive numerical investigation of the JTWPA, without resorting to simplifications regarding the nonlinearity of the essential components. Specifically, this study focuses on a thorough examination of the system, characterized by coupled nonlinear differential equations representing all components of the device. Proper input and output signals at the device's boundaries are considered. The analysis of the output signals undergoing the parametric amplification process involves a detailed exploration of phase-space dynamics and Fourier spectral analysis of the output voltage. This study is conducted while considering the parameters ruling the response of the device under pump and signal excitations. In addition to the expected signal amplification, the findings reveal that the nonlinear nature of the system can give rise to unforeseen phenomena, depending on the system's operational conditions, which include: the generation of pump tone harmonics, modulation of the signal gain, and incommensurate frequency generation—effects that are not easily accommodated by simplistic linearized approaches. IEEE
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Bandwidth; Frequency modulation; Inductance; Josephson junctions; Josephson Travelling Wave Parametric Amplifier; Junctions; Microwave amplifiers; Microwave amplifiers; Parametric Amplifiers; Physics; Superconducting microwave devices; Superconducting microwave devices;
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2024
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Guarcello, C., Ahrens, F., Avallone, G., Barone, C., Borghesi, M., Callegaro, L., et al. (2024). Nonlinear Behavior of Josephson Traveling Wave Parametric Amplifiers. IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON APPLIED SUPERCONDUCTIVITY, 34(3), 1-5 [10.1109/tasc.2024.3367615].
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