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Paper
Design Considerations and Performance of a Detector for Contiguous-Disk Bubble Devices
Abstract
A destructive readout (DRO) detector structure for ion-implanted bubble devices employing a current activated expander is described. The design has been evaluated using 1 -μm diameter bubbles, in devices with a storage cell area of 18 μm2. Bias field margins of ~10 percent are achieved and are compatible with other components on the chip. The detector has been operated at drive field frequencies between 100 and 400 kHz, and over a temperature range of 30°C to 80°C. Results show that the device can be operated over a reasonable temperature range without recourse to temperature tracking of the control currents. Signal sensitivities of 3 mV/mA are reported, and experimental data show that signal levels of 4 mV/mA (or 12 mV assuming nominal operating conditions) are quite feasible by reducing the spacing between the sensor element and the garnet film. Signal amplitude is independent of chip temperature during normal operation. © 1984 IEEE