Length12h 16m
About this audiobook
"Physics of Semiconductors: Core Principles" is a comprehensive guide that demystifies how semiconductors function, from the fundamental physics to the devices we use daily. We cater to a general audience, with a focus on readers in the United States.
We begin with the basics of quantum mechanics and solid-state physics, before diving into how these principles apply to semiconductors like silicon and gallium arsenide. We explain crucial concepts such as band theory, the flow of electricity through semiconductors, and their use in devices like transistors and solar cells.
Additionally, we discuss the manufacturing processes of semiconductors and highlight the advancements scientists are making in developing new and improved semiconductors.
"Physics of Semiconductors: Core Principles" is an excellent resource for anyone eager to understand the intricacies of this essential technology.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature, Education and Learning
Length12 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 20, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Semiconductors
21.1 Definition of Semiconductors
31.2 Historical Overview
41.3 Importance in Modern Technology
5CHAPTER 2 Crystal Structure and Band Theory
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62.1 Crystal Lattice Structure
72.2 Energy Bands in Solids
82.3 Band Gap and its Significance
9CHAPTER 3 Semiconductor Materials
103.1 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Semiconductors
113.2 Elemental Semiconductors
123.3 Compound Semiconductors
13CHAPTER 4 Carrier Statistics and Transport Phenomena
144.1 Carrier Concentration
154.2 Carrier Mobility
164.3 Drift and Diffusion Currents
17CHAPTER 5 Semiconductor Devices
185.1 Diodes
195.2 Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs)
205.3 Field Effect Transistors (FETs)
215.4 Optoelectronic Devices
22CHAPTER 6 Semiconductor Fabrication Techniques
236.1 Crystal Growth
246.2 Water Processing
256.3 Photolithography
266.4 Etching and Deposition Techniques
27CHAPTER 7 Semiconductor Characterization
287.1 Electrical Characterization Techniques
297.2 Optical Characterization Techniques
307.3 Structural Characterization Techniques
31CHAPTER 8 Semiconductor Device Modeling and Simulation
328.1 Device Simulation Methods
338.2 Device Modeling Approaches
348.3 Simulation Tools and Software
35CHAPTER 9 Emerging Trends and Future Directions
369.1 Nanoscale Semiconductor Devices
379.2 Quantum Computing with Semiconductors
389.3 Organic Semiconductors and Flexible Electronics
3910.1 Semiconductor Electronics
4010.2 Optoelectronics
4110.3 Renewable Energy
4210.4 Semiconductor Sensors
43Glossary
44Applications of Semiconductors
45Index
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