The Dance of Growth: Temperature, Diffusion, and Seeding in Epitaxial Film Formation

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Buch | Softcover
112 Seiten
2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-27407-6 (ISBN)
28,39 inkl. MwSt
Epitaxial film formation is a cornerstone of modern electronics. It allows for the creation of thin, uniform layers of crystalline materials on carefully prepared substrates. These films are essential for transistors, solar cells, LEDs, and a variety of other devices. But this seemingly simple process is a fascinating interplay between three key factors: temperature, diffusion, and seeding. Understanding this intricate dance is crucial for controlling film properties and achieving desired device performance.Setting the Stage: The Crystal Lattice and SubstrateImagine a crystal as a perfectly ordered arrangement of atoms or molecules. These building blocks are positioned in a three-dimensional grid called a lattice. Epitaxial growth aims to replicate this crystal structure onto a foreign substrate. The substrate, although crystalline itself, may have a different lattice constant (spacing between atoms) and orientation compared to the desired film. This lattice mismatch can significantly impact film quality.

Professor Mackil is a renowned researcher with a distinguished career in thin-film science and engineering. His passion lies in unraveling the mysteries of epitaxial film formation, a process where crystalline layers are meticulously built one atom at a time. Professor Mackil's book, The Dance of Growth: Temperature, Diffusion, and Seeding in Epitaxial Film Formation, offers a captivating exploration of the delicate interplay between temperature, diffusion phenomena, and seeding mechanisms that orchestrate the creation of these near-perfect films. Throughout his illustrious career, Professor Mackil has made groundbreaking contributions to the field, particularly in elucidating the role of [mention a specific area of Professor Mackil's research]. His pioneering work has been published in top scientific journals and presented at esteemed conferences worldwide. Driven by a desire to foster scientific literacy, Professor Mackil has penned this book with the aim of illuminating the fascinating world of epitaxial growth for researchers, students, and anyone captivated by the atomic foundations of modern technology.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 28.6.2024
Verlagsort shanti nagar
Sprache englisch
Maße 155 x 234 mm
Gewicht 201 g
Themenwelt Technik Elektrotechnik / Energietechnik
Technik Nachrichtentechnik
Schlagworte Crystal defects • Diffusion • Epitaxial • Film growth • Kinetic Theory • mass transport • mechanisms • nucleation • seeding • Thin Films
ISBN-10 3-384-27407-5 / 3384274075
ISBN-13 978-3-384-27407-6 / 9783384274076
Zustand Neuware
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