Reply on the comment on the paper "Superconducting transition in Nb nanowires fabricated using focused ion beam"

TL;DR

This paper defends the original interpretation of superconducting transition data in Nb nanowires, reaffirming the applicability of QPS theory over alternative models after further analysis and experimental evidence.

Contribution

It provides a detailed response to critiques, reinforcing the validity of QPS theory in explaining superconducting transitions in FIB-fabricated Nb nanowires.

Findings

QPS theory remains valid for Nb nanowires

Experimental evidence supports original interpretation

Alternative proximity model is less consistent

Abstract

In this communication we present our response to the recent comment of A. Engel regarding our paper on FIB- fabricated Nb nanowires (see Vol. 20 (2009) Pag. 465302). After further analysis and additional experimental evidence, we conclude that our interpretation of the experimental results in light of QPS theory is still valid when compared with the alternative proximity-based model as proposed by A. Engel.