Measurements of the magnetic penetration depth in YBa2Cu3O7−δ thin films by the microstrip resonator technique

Abstract

We have utilized the superconducting microstrip resonator technique to measure the magnetic penetration depth in high Tc oxide thin films in the 1–25 GHz regime. This technique is particularly well suited for thin films, where the absolute value of the penetration depth can be accurately determined. Results for high Tc superconducting thin films show that the value of the penetration depth is sensitive to the preparation conditions of the film, and the temperature dependence is that expected of conventional superconductors.