Real-time observation of discrete Andreev tunneling events

Maisi, V. F. and Saira, O. -P. and Pashkin, Yuri and Tsai, J. S. and Averin, D. V. and Pekola, J. P. (2011) Real-time observation of discrete Andreev tunneling events. Physical review letters, 106 (21): 217003. -. ISSN 0031-9007

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Abstract

We provide a direct proof of two-electron Andreev transitions in a superconductor-normal-metal tunnel junction by detecting them in a real-time electron counting experiment. Our results are consistent with ballistic Andreev transport with an order of magnitude higher rate than expected for a uniform barrier, suggesting that only part of the interface is effectively contributing to the transport. These findings are quantitatively supported by our direct current measurements in single-electron transistors with similar tunnel barriers.

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Journal Article
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Physical review letters
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© 2011 American Physical Society
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57808
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Deposited On:
28 Aug 2012 10:32
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Yes
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