Metal Impurities in Silicon- and Germanium-Based Technologies

by Cor Claeys
Metal Impurities in Silicon- and Germanium-Based Technologies
Author: Cor Claeys
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2018-08-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319939254
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This book provides a unique review of various aspects of metallic contamination in Si and Ge-based semiconductors. It discusses all of the important metals including their origin during crystal and/or device manufacturing, their fundamental properties, their characterization techniques and their impact on electrical devices’ performance. Several control and possible gettering approaches are addressed. The book offers a valuable reference guide for all researchers and engineers studying advanced and state-of-the-art micro- and nano-electronic semiconductor devices and circuits. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, it combines perspectives from e.g. material science, defect engineering, device processing, defect and device characterization, and device physics and engineering.

Germanium-Based Technologies

by Cor Claeys
Germanium-Based Technologies
Author: Cor Claeys
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 476
Release: 2011-07-28
Genre: Science
ISBN: 008047490X
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Germanium is a semiconductor material that formed the basis for the development of transistor technology. Although the breakthrough of planar technology and integrated circuits put silicon in the foreground, in recent years there has been a renewed interest in germanium, which has been triggered by its strong potential for deep submicron (sub 45 nm) technologies. Germanium-Based technologies: From Materials to Devices is the first book to provide a broad, in-depth coverage of the field, including recent advances in Ge-technology and the fundamentals in material science, device physics and semiconductor processing. The contributing authors are international experts with a world-wide recognition and involved in the leading research in the field. The book also covers applications and the use of Ge for optoelectronics, detectors and solar cells. An ideal reference work for students and scientists working in the field of physics of semiconductor devices and materials, as well as for engineers in research centres and industry. Both the newcomer and the expert should benefit from this unique book. - State-of-the-art information available for the first time as an all-in-source - Extensive reference list making it an indispensable reference book - Broad coverage from fundamental aspects up to industrial applications

Handbook of Photovoltaic Silicon

by Deren Yang
Handbook of Photovoltaic Silicon
Author: Deren Yang
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-11-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9783662564714
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The utilization of sun light is one of the hottest topics in sustainable energy research. To efficiently convert sun power into a reliable energy – electricity – for consumption and storage, silicon and its derivatives have been widely studied and applied in solar cell systems. This handbook covers the photovoltaics of silicon materials and devices, providing a comprehensive summary of the state of the art of photovoltaic silicon sciences and technologies. This work is divided into various areas including but not limited to fundamental principles, design methodologies, wafering techniques/fabrications, characterizations, applications, current research trends and challenges. It offers the most updated and self-explanatory reference to all levels of students and acts as a quick reference to the experts from the fields of chemistry, material science, physics, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, solar energy, etc..

Handbook of Silicon Based MEMS Materials and Technologies

by Markku Tilli
Handbook of Silicon Based MEMS Materials and Technologies
Author: Markku Tilli
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 1028
Release: 2020-04-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 012817787X
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Handbook of Silicon Based MEMS Materials and Technologies, Third Edition is a comprehensive guide to MEMS materials, technologies, and manufacturing with a particular emphasis on silicon as the most important starting material used in MEMS. The book explains the fundamentals, properties (mechanical, electrostatic, optical, etc.), materials selection, preparation, modeling, manufacturing, processing, system integration, measurement, and materials characterization techniques of MEMS structures. The third edition of this book provides an important up-to-date overview of the current and emerging technologies in MEMS making it a key reference for MEMS professionals, engineers, and researchers alike, and at the same time an essential education material for undergraduate and graduate students. - Provides comprehensive overview of leading-edge MEMS manufacturing technologies through the supply chain from silicon ingot growth to device fabrication and integration with sensor/actuator controlling circuits - Explains the properties, manufacturing, processing, measuring and modeling methods of MEMS structures - Reviews the current and future options for hermetic encapsulation and introduces how to utilize wafer level packaging and 3D integration technologies for package cost reduction and performance improvements - Geared towards practical applications presenting several modern MEMS devices including inertial sensors, microphones, pressure sensors and micromirrors

Developments in Surface Contamination and Cleaning: Types of Contamination and Contamination Resources

by Rajiv Kohli
Developments in Surface Contamination and Cleaning: Types of Contamination and Contamination Resources
Author: Rajiv Kohli
Publisher: William Andrew
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2016-11-21
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0323431739
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Developments in Surface Contamination and Cleaning, Volume Ten, provides a state-of-the-art guide to the current knowledge on the behavior of film-type and particulate surface contaminants and their cleaning methods. This newest volume in the series discusses mechanisms of particle adhesion, particle behavior in liquid systems, and metallic contamination and its impact. In addition, the book includes a discussion of the types of contaminants, with resources to deal with them and information on environmental issues related to surface contamination and cleaning. Taken as a whole, the series forms a unique reference for professionals and academics working in the area of surface contamination and cleaning that also includes information on cleaning at the micro and nano scales. - Written by established experts in the contamination field that provide an authoritative resource - Presents a comprehensive review of new trends in contaminants and resources for dealing with those contaminants - Contains detailed case studies to illustrate various scenarios

Advanced Material and Device Applications with Germanium

by Sanghyun Lee
Advanced Material and Device Applications with Germanium
Author: Sanghyun Lee
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2018-10-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1789840317
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Germanium is an elemental semiconductor, which played an important role in the birth of the semiconductor but soon was replaced with silicon. However, germanium is poised to make a remarkable comeback in the semiconductor industry. With this increasing attention, this book describes the fundamental aspects of germanium and its applications. The contributing authors are experts in their field with great in-depth knowledge. The authors strongly feel that this contribution might be of interest to readers and help to expand the scope of their knowledge.

Laser Annealing Processes in Semiconductor Technology

by Fuccio Cristiano
Laser Annealing Processes in Semiconductor Technology
Author: Fuccio Cristiano
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing
Total Pages: 428
Release: 2021-04-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128202564
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Laser Annealing Processes in Semiconductor Technology: Theory, Modeling and Applications in Nanoelectronics synthesizes the scientific and technological advances of laser annealing processes for current and emerging nanotechnologies. The book provides an overview of the laser-matter interactions of materials and recent advances in modeling of laser-related phenomena, with the bulk of the book focusing on current and emerging (beyond-CMOS) applications. Reviewed applications include laser annealing of CMOS, group IV semiconductors, superconducting materials, photonic materials, 2D materials. This comprehensive book is ideal for post-graduate students, new entrants, and experienced researchers in academia, research and development in materials science, physics and engineering. - Introduces the fundamentals of laser materials and device fabrication methods, including laser-matter interactions and laser-related phenomena - Addresses advances in physical modeling and in predictive simulations of laser annealing processes such as atomistic modeling and TCAD simulations - Reviews current and emerging applications of laser annealing processes such as CMOS technology and group IV semiconductors

ERDA Energy Research Abstracts

by United States. Energy Research and Development Administration
ERDA Energy Research Abstracts
Author: United States. Energy Research and Development Administration
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 1976-05
Genre: Medicine
ISBN:
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