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  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Nonlinear Dynamics

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  • Ratchet systems exhibit directed motion without external bias.
  • Anomalous diffusion deviates from standard Brownian motion.
  • Superconducting Quantum Interference Devices (SQUIDs) are sensitive magnetic flux detectors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate anomalous diffusion in a specific ratchet system.
  • To analyze the dynamics of Josephson phase in an asymmetric SQUID.
  • To identify controllable parameters for diffusion crossover stages.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical analysis of mean-square displacement.
  • Modeling an asymmetric SQUID with external AC current and magnetic flux.
  • Investigating parameter dependence on temperature and magnetic flux.

Main Results:

  • Observed three distinct diffusion stages: superdiffusion, subdiffusion, and normal diffusion.
  • Demonstrated control over crossover times via temperature and magnetic flux.
  • Identified a novel mechanism for anomalous diffusion emergence due to ratchet potential.
  • Discovered thermal noise suppressed diffusion: nonmonotonic dependence of diffusion coefficient on temperature.

Conclusions:

  • The asymmetric SQUID system provides a viable platform for studying anomalous diffusion.
  • The observed diffusion anomalies are linked to the ratchet potential, revealing new physics.
  • Experimental detection of long-lasting anomalous diffusion stages is feasible.
  • The findings offer a new perspective on diffusion control and noise effects.