Suppression of magnetic vortex losses in submicron NbN coplanar waveguide resonators

Abstract

Abstract We present a method for improving the performance of microwave coplanar resonators in magnetic fields, by using narrow superconducting strips of width close to the London penetration depth. In a range of low fields, the narrow strips inhibit the presence of magnetic vortices, thus preventing the generation of losses caused by their motion, leading to enhanced resistance to magnetic fields. Our method provides a more straightforward solution compared to previously proposed techniques designed to restrict vortex motion, holding potential for the development of improved devices based on microwave resonators.

Keywords

• Coplanar resonator
• Superconducting NbN
• Quality factor
• Magnetic vortices