Physics and Properties of Narrow Gap Semiconductors [electronic resource] /
Chu, Junhao.author.
Sher, Arden.author.
Narrow gap semiconductors obey the general rules of semiconductor science, but often exhibit extreme features of these rules because of the same properties that produce their narrow gaps. Consequently, these materials provide sensitive tests of theory, and the opportunity for the design of innovative devices. For example, narrow gap semiconductors are the most important materials for the preparation of advanced modern infrared systems. In this book, the authors offer clear descriptions of crystal growth and the fundamental structure and properties of these unique materials. Topics covered include band structure, optical and transport properties, and lattice vibrations and spectra. Physics and Properties of Narrow Gap Semiconductors helps readers to understand semiconductor physics and related areas of materials science and how they relate to advanced opto-electronic devices.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Crystals -- Band Structures -- Optical Properties -- Transport Properties -- Lattice Vibrations.
Narrow gap semiconductors obey the general rules of semiconductor science, but often exhibit extreme features of these rules because of the same properties that produce their narrow gaps. Consequently, these materials provide sensitive tests of theory, and the opportunity for the design of innovative devices. For example, narrow gap semiconductors are the most important materials for the preparation of advanced modern infrared systems. In this book, the authors offer clear descriptions of crystal growth and the fundamental structure and properties of these unique materials. Topics covered include band structure, optical and transport properties, and lattice vibrations and spectra. Physics and Properties of Narrow Gap Semiconductors helps readers to understand semiconductor physics and related areas of materials science and how they relate to advanced opto-electronic devices.
Optics.
Electrodynamics.
Optical materials.
Electronic materials.
Lasers.
Photonics.
Engineering.
Materials science.
Classical Electrodynamics.
Optical and Electronic Materials.
Optics, Lasers, Photonics, Optical Devices.
Engineering, general.
Characterization and Evaluation of Materials.