The 5th Edition of this foundational textbook offers a comprehensive update on the principles and phenomena governing semiconductor physics and materials science, with a focus on contemporary research and advancements. Building on the success of previous editions, this book introduces essential concepts while incorporating cutting-edge topics and expanded discussions to reflect the latest developments in the field.

Volume II introduces new chapters and expanded content looking at advanced semiconductor device concepts and cutting-edge quantum technologies. This updated volume bridges foundational knowledge with modern advancements, offering insights into emerging trends and applications in electronics and quantum science.

Newly added content includes a chapter on sensors, exploring temperature sensors, mechanical sensors (pressure, strain, MEMS), chemical sensors (gas, humidity, pH), and magnetic field sensors (Hall, magnetoresistive, GMR). Additionally, the new chapter on Quantum Technology covers topics such as quantum emitters (single photons, entangled photons), quantum random number generation, quantum sensors, quantum communication, and quantum computing.

Expanded sections on electronic devices include analytical solutions for depletion layers, advances in low Isat Schottky diodes (e.g., W/p-GaN), and thermal management in power diodes. Detailed discussions on subthreshold swing MOSFETs, applications in power electronics, and figures of merit (FOMs) provide practical insights into device performance and optimization.

With its comprehensive coverage and emphasis on both established principles and emerging technologies, this volume is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and students seeking to deepen their expertise in semiconductor devices and quantum applications.

Includes quantum emitters, sensors, communication, and computing for groundbreaking research and applications Explores temperature, mechanical, chemical, and magnetic field sensors for modern electronic applications Combines established semiconductor concepts with the latest advancements in quantum science and device engineering

Autorentext

Prof. Dr. Marius Grundmann studied physics at the Technical University of Berlin, earning his doctoral degree in 1991 on the topic of heteroepitaxial growth of indium phosphide on silicon. Since then, he has worked extensively in the area of epitaxy and characterization of electronic and optical properties of semiconductor heterostructures and nanostructures. Since 2000 he has been Professor of experimental physics at the University of Leipzig and, since 2002, Director of the Felix Bloch Institute for Solid State Physics.

Grundmann has been actively involved either as spokesman or coordinator in numerous international research projects. He has currently authored or co-authored over 600 peer-reviewed publications and 3 textbooks, having together over 35,000 citations.

Inhalt

Part II Selected Topcis.- Heterostructures.- Two-Dimensional Semiconductors.- Nanostructures.- External Fields.- Polarized Semiconductors.- Magnetic Semiconductors.- Organic Semiconductors.- Transparent Conductive Oxide Semiconductors.- Dielectric Structures.- Part III Applications and Devices.- Diodes.- Sensors.- Light-to-Electricity Conversion.- Electricity-to-Light Conversion.- Transistors.- Quantum Technology 2.0.