The Physics of Low-dimensional Semiconductors: An Introduction

John Davies

ISBN 10: 052148491X / ISBN 13: 9780521484916

Published by Cambridge University Press 2009-06-01, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Physics of Low-dimensional Semiconductors: An Introduction
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press 2009-06-01
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 052148491X
• ISBN 13: 9780521484916
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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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.

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.