junctions fed by single flux pulses is calculated, taking into account both thermal and
quantum fluctuations. The results of the analysis are compared with those of recent
experiments. Ultimate resolution of the balanced comparator with feasible junction
parameters is estimated to be as high as approximately 50 pA/Hz/sup 1/2/at 4 K and
approximately 10 pA/Hz/sup 1/2/at T to 0 K. Performance limits of the device are compared …