Superconductive Electronics: A 25-Year Review

This technical report presents a comprehensive review of superconductive electronics (SCE) over the past 25 years, focusing on advancements that position SCE as a promising alternative to conventional semiconductor technologies. The report outlines the challenges faced by traditional electronics, such as the limitations of CMOS technology, and discusses the potential of SCE in high-performance computing. Key topics include novel logic families, circuit design techniques, and electronic design automation tools specifically for SCE circuits. The report also details the applications of SCE in various domains, including sensors, wireless communications, and quantum computing. Furthermore, it addresses the current limitations of SCE technology and the ongoing research aimed at overcoming these challenges. The objective is to track the growth of SCE technology and highlight significant milestones in digital circuit design, ultimately suggesting future directions for research and development in this field.