The Physics of Low-dimensional Semiconductors: An Introduction - Softcover

Davies, John H.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052148491X ISBN 13: 9780521484916

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1997

Synopsis

Low-dimensional systems have revolutionized semiconductor physics and had a tremendous impact on technology. Using simple physical explanations, with reference to examples from actual devices, this book introduces the general principles essential to low-dimensional semiconductors. The author presents a formalism that describes low-dimensional semiconductor systems, studying two key systems in detail: the two-dimensional electron gas, employed in field-effect transistors, and the quantum well, whose optical properties have multiple applications in lasers and other opto-electronic devices. The book will be invaluable to undergraduate and first-year graduate physics or electrical engineering students taking courses in low-dimensional systems or heterostructure device physics.

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Book Description

Using simple physical explanations, this book introduces the general principles that underlie low-dimensional semiconductor heterostructures. The author describes the properties of two low-dimensional semiconductor systems in detail: the two-dimensional electron gas and the quantum well. The book will be invaluable to undergraduate and first-year graduate physics or electrical engineering students studying low-dimensional systems or heterostructure device physics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052148491X
• ISBN 13: 9780521484916
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 460