A voltage standard based on a series array of pulse‐biased, nonhysteretic Josephson junctions is proposed. The output voltage can be rapidly and continuously programmed over a wide range by changing the pulse repetition frequency. Simulations relate the circuit margins to pulse height, width, and frequency. Experimental results on a prototype circuit confirm the expected behavior.

Topics
Josephson effect, Superconducting devices, RADAR
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