Performance Capabilities of the Ring Network Circulator for Integrated Circuits

摘要

The theoretical model of a ring network junction circulator introduced in 1965 isre-examined and further elaborated, in view of its prospects for compatibility with accomplished and anticipated advances in microcircuit technology. Following a brief review of the theory, solutions are presented to illustrate the potential for novel, efficient designs with options including miniature, self magnetized, reversible, broadband, superconducting, or other advantageous characteristics. New experimental models are showing good conformance to theoretical predictions for this promising alternative circulator design concept.