Numerical Demonstration of Blocking Oscillation in Resistive Superconducting Quantum Interference Devices

The author numerically demonstrates several features of blocking oscillation in resistive superconducting quantum interference devices (RSQUIDs) including two Josephson junctions. The key for the blocking oscillation is a combination of discrete and continuous flux transfer into/from the RSQUID loop. The discrete flux transfer takes place through the Josephson junctions, while the dissipative element (resistor) in the loop allows the continuous flux transfer. Three features of the blocking oscillation are presented by numerical simulation. Firstly, switching events alternately occur in the two junctions. Next, a finite average voltage is induced in the RSQUID, when the blocking oscillation is synchronized with an external rf signal. Finally, blocking oscillation modes including several intermittent periods are generated in coupled-RSQUIDs.