SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR A FLEXIBLE INTERCONNECT OF A SUPERCONDUCTOR

A support structure for a flexible interconnect of a superconducting system can include a support member that is formed of thermally conductive material. The support member can include a plurality of parallel slots. Each slot can extend from a first surface of a base of the support member to a second surface of the base. The first and second surfaces of the base can be positioned on parallel planes and each slot can be shaped to allow relative movement of a fastener that allows a respective connector assembly to be affixed to the support member. Moreover, the respective connector assembly can provide mechanical support for the flexible interconnect of the superconducting system and establish a heat path between the flexible interconnect and the support member. The support member can also include a wall extending transverse from the first surface of the base, the wall comprising a plurality of through-holes.