Abstract

AbstractWe derive analytic solutions for the tunneling dynamics of two weakly coupled finite BCS–condensates. Pairing interaction between the finite–size condensates is taken into account. Using particle–number dependent chemical potentials the time–dependent transfer of Cooper pairs is obtained from a phenomenological calculation. The results of this theory are compared to a microscopic calculation within the quasispin formulation in its semiclassical limit. In both cases the tunneling current can be mapped onto the motion of a simple pendulum: The results are analogous to the Josephson current between two superconductors and can be used as a starting point to include quantum fluctuations and Josephson radiation.

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