Physics – Condensed Matter – Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics
Scientific paper
2009-12-17
Physics
Condensed Matter
Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics
Scientific paper
Recent progress in solid state quantum information processing has stimulated the search for ultra-low-noise amplifiers and frequency converters in the microwave frequency range, which could attain the ultimate limit imposed by quantum mechanics. In this article, we report the first realization of an intrinsically phase-preserving, non-degenerate superconducting parametric amplifier, a so far missing component. It is based on the Josephson ring modulator, which consists of four junctions in a Wheatstone bridge configuration. The device symmetry greatly enhances the purity of the amplification process and simplifies both its operation and analysis. The measured characteristics of the amplifier in terms of gain and bandwidth are in good agreement with analytical predictions. Using a newly developed noise source, we also show that our device operates within a factor of three of the quantum limit. This development opens new applications in the area of quantum analog signal processing.
Bergeal Nicolas
Devoret Michel H.
Frunzio Luigi
Girvin Steven M.
Manucharyan Vladimir E.
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