Radiation Effects in III-V Compound Semiconductor Heterostructure Devices

Radiation Effects in III-V Compound Semiconductor Heterostructure Devices
Author: ChyiShiun Li
Publisher:
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2002
Genre: Bipolar transistors
ISBN:

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The radiation effects in III-V heterojunction devices are investigated in this thesis. Two types of heterojunction devices studied are InGaP/GaAs single heterojunction bipolar transistors (SHBTs) and GaN-based heterojunction light emitting diodes (LEDs). InGaP/GaAS HBTs are investigated for high energy (67 and 105 MeV) proton irradiation effects while GaN heterojunction LEDs are studied for neutron irradiation effects. A compact model and the parameter extraction procedures for HBTs are developed, and hence the I[subscript C]--V[subscript CE] characteristics of pre- and post-irradiation HBTs can be simulated by employing the developed model. HBTs are electrically characterized before and after proton irradiation. Overall, the studied HBT devices are quite robust against high energy proton irradiation. The most pronounced radiation effect shown in SHBTs is gain degradation. Displacement damage in the bulk of base-emitter space-charge region, leading to excess base current, is the responsible mechanism for the proton-induced gain degradation. The performance degradation depends on the operating current and is generally less at higher currents. Compared to the MBE grown devices, the MOVPE grown HBTs show superior characteristics both in initial performance and in proton irradiation hardness. The 67 MeV protons cause more damage than 105 MeV protons due to their higher value of NIEL (non-ionizing energy loss). The HBT I-V characteristics of pre- and post-irradiated samples can be simulated successfully by employing the developed model. GaN heterojunction LEDs are electrically and optically characterized before and after neutron irradiation. Neutron irradiation causes changes in both the I-V characteristic and the light output. Atomic displacement is responsible for both electrical and optical degradation. Both electrical and optical properties degrade steadily with neutron fluence producing severe degradation after the highest fluence neutron irradiation. The light output degrades by more than 99% after 1.6x1015 n/cm2 neutron irradiation, and the radiation damage depends on the operating current and is generally less at higher currents.

Reliability And Radiation Effects In Compound Semiconductors

Reliability And Radiation Effects In Compound Semiconductors
Author: Allan H Johnston
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2010-04-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9814467650

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This book focuses on reliability and radiation effects in compound semiconductors, which have evolved rapidly during the last 15 years. It starts with first principles, and shows how advances in device design and manufacturing have suppressed many of the older reliability mechanisms.It is the first book that comprehensively covers reliability and radiation effects in optoelectronic as well as microelectronic devices. It contrasts reliability mechanisms of compound semiconductors with those of silicon-based devices, and shows that the reliability of many compound semiconductors has improved to the level where they can be used for ten years or more with low failure rates.

Radiation Physics and Reliability Issues in III-V Compound Semiconductor Nanoscale Heterostructure Devices

Radiation Physics and Reliability Issues in III-V Compound Semiconductor Nanoscale Heterostructure Devices
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 80
Release: 1999
Genre:
ISBN:

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We have investigated the following three types of devices in this research program: (1) Heterojunction Bipolar Transistors (2) High Electron Mobility Transistors and (3) Resonant Tunneling Diodes. The following three types of radiation were used in our investigations: (a) Gamma radiation (b) Electron radiation and (c) Neutron radiation. Electrons constitute an important component of the trapped radiation in the earth's magnetic field (Van Allen's belt). Neutron and gamma radiation are encountered in the weapon's environment. Neutrons are also generated by the interaction of cosmic rays with earth's atmosphere.

Radiation Effects in Advanced Semiconductor Materials and Devices

Radiation Effects in Advanced Semiconductor Materials and Devices
Author: C. Claeys
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2013-11-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3662049740

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This wide-ranging book summarizes the current knowledge of radiation defects in semiconductors, outlining the shortcomings of present experimental and modelling techniques and giving an outlook on future developments. It also provides information on the application of sensors in nuclear power plants.

Reliability and Radiation Effects in Compound Semiconductors

Reliability and Radiation Effects in Compound Semiconductors
Author: Allan H. Johnston
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 376
Release: 2010
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9814277118

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This book focuses on reliability and radiation effects in compound semiconductors, which have evolved rapidly during the last 15 years. It starts with first principles, and shows how advances in device design and manufacturing have suppressed many of the older reliability mechanisms. It is the first book that comprehensively covers reliability and radiation effects in optoelectronic as well as microelectronic devices. It contrasts reliability mechanisms of compound semiconductors with those of silicon-based devices, and shows that the reliability of many compound semiconductors has improved to the level where they can be used for ten years or more with low failure rates.

Radiation Effects And Soft Errors In Integrated Circuits And Electronic Devices

Radiation Effects And Soft Errors In Integrated Circuits And Electronic Devices
Author: Ronald D Schrimpf
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 349
Release: 2004-07-29
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9814482153

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This book provides a detailed treatment of radiation effects in electronic devices, including effects at the material, device, and circuit levels. The emphasis is on transient effects caused by single ionizing particles (single-event effects and soft errors) and effects produced by the cumulative energy deposited by the radiation (total ionizing dose effects). Bipolar (Si and SiGe), metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS), and compound semiconductor technologies are discussed. In addition to considering the specific issues associated with high-performance devices and technologies, the book includes the background material necessary for understanding radiation effects at a more general level.