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283 articles for “Semiconducting”
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Understanding of optical power in semiconductor based SOI Structure at the signal 1550 nm
Abstract: A silicon-on-insulator (SOI) structure consists of a single crystalline silicon layer separated from the bulk substrate by a thin insulator layer. The insulator in SOI wafers is usually always a thermal silicon oxide (SiO2) layer, with a silicon wafer as the substrate. The silicon sheet can be very thin (50 nm for fully depleted transistors) or tens of micrometres thick, depending on the application. Similarly, the thickness of buried oxide …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Advanced Mathematical Modelling of Nanoscale Semiconductor Devices for Low-Power Microelectronic Applications
Abstract: With the ongoing scaling down of semiconductor devices, there is an increasing need for accurate mathematical models of electrostatic control, carrier transport, leakage current, and power consumption at the nanometer scale. As the sizes of semiconductors continue to decrease, there is a growing need for accurate mathematical models of electrostatic control, carrier transport, leakage current, and power consumption at the nanometer scale. In this work, a common mathematical modelling approach …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Recent Advances in Crystal Defect Engineering of Semiconductor Photocatalysts for Sustainable Environmental and Energy Applications
Abstract: Semiconductor photocatalysis has emerged as one of the most promising green technologies for addressing environmental pollution and global energy challenges through solar energy utilization. Nevertheless, the practical application of conventional semiconductor photocatalysts is often limited by their narrow visible-light absorption, rapid recombination of photogenerated electron–hole pairs, insufficient active sites, and poor charge-transfer efficiency. Defect engineering has recently attracted significant attention as an effective strategy to overcome these limitations by deliberately …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Role of Reinforcement Learning in Improvement of Semiconductor Doping
Abstract: The semiconductor industry faces increasing challenges in achieving optimal doping profiles as device dimensions shrink and performance requirements intensify. Traditional doping optimization methods, while effective, often struggle with the complex, multi-dimensional parameter spaces characteristic of modern semiconductor manufacturing. This study explores the transformative role of reinforcement learning (RL) in improving semiconductor doping processes, examining how RL algorithms can autonomously optimize doping parameters to enhance device performance, reduce manufacturing costs, and …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Performance Improvement of Nano Field Effect Transistor Based on Zinc Oxide Semiconducting Materials – a Critical Analysis
Abstract: New semiconductor materials and new shapes for contemporary nanostructured semiconductor devices, like nanowires, have been researched as a result of advancements in transistor technology. Because of their unique electrical, photonic, and sensing capabilities, nanowires (NWs) constructed of various semiconductor material systems (gallium arsenide, zinc oxide, etc.) have been the subject of intense research over the past 20 years. Due to its distinctive properties, including high electron mobility, high crystalline quality, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 99–107 Read article
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Analysis of Six-Pulse Bridge Circuits Including Zener and Semiconductor Diodes – Part Two
Abstract: The present study offers a generic method for simulating and modelling six-pulse rectifier bridge circuits in the time domain. These circuits can include Zener and/or semi-conductor type diodes or even a mixture of them. The governing system of simultaneous algebraic and differential equations are listed and solved numerically using a computer code written in Mathematica. The flexibly written program can handle voltage sources of any time waveform, frequency or internal …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 13–21 Read article
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Impact of Semiconductor Material Properties on Device Behavior and Circuit Performance: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Semiconductor materials play a fundamental role in determining the performance, efficiency, and reliability of modern electronic devices and circuits. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of how intrinsic and engineered material properties influence device behavior and overall circuit functionality. Key parameters such as bandgap energy, carrier mobility, thermal conductivity, and defect density are examined to understand their direct impact on switching speed, power consumption, and operational stability. The paper explores …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Semiconducting Materials for Emerging Electronics and Technological Applications
Abstract: Semiconducting materials are important for emerging electronic and photovoltaic technologies because their structural, optical and electrical properties can be tailored for specific device applications. In this study, a TiO₂-based composite photoanode is considered as a polymer-assisted semiconducting thin-film system in which inorganic TiO₂ nanoparticles are processed with organic film-forming components to produce a porous layer for dye-sensitised solar cell application. Nanocrystalline TiO₂ nanoparticles were synthesised from titanium isopropoxide using a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 36–50 Read article
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Non-Invasive Diabetes Test by Breath Analysis using Semiconductor Gadget
Abstract: AbstractNon-invasive detection of diabetes via acetone sensing using nanostructure semiconductor metal oxides (SMO) is an alternative fast and direct method to invasive blood analysis. It is a reliable and accurate technology. Of late, graphene and graphene oxides are promising nanomaterials for acetone sensing.Keywords: Non-invasive diabetes; Breath analysis, Acetone sensing; Nano materials.Cite this ArticleSurajit Kumar Hazra, Sukumar Basu. Non-Invasive Diabetes Test by Breath Analysis using Semiconductor Gadget. Journal of Semiconductor Devices …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Analysis of Modulation Response of a 450 nm True Blue Semiconductor Laser by Varying Differential Gain
Abstract: AbstractIn this work the analysis of modulation response of a 450 nm InGaN based multi-quantum well (MQW) true blue semiconductor laser have been presented. The internal designing of 450 nm blue laser has been done before. but the desired wavelength of 450 nm was obtained by adjusting the exact concentration of In0.211Ga0.789N/Al0.07Ga0.93N in this work. The effects on modulation response by varying the differential gain have been observed. Also, the …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Analysis of Saturation Power based on Device Structural Parameters of a 1550 nm Symmetrical MQW Semiconductor Optical Amplifier
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents the effect of device structure parameters on the saturation power of a 1550 nm symmetrical Multi Quantum Well (MQW) Semiconductor Optical Amplifier (SOA) for a small signal amplifier gain of 30 dB. Expressions are given to assess this dependency and the results indicate that saturation power decreases with the increase of the number of wells, well thickness and length but increases with the increase of barrier thickness. …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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A Review of Semiconductor Solar PV Cell and Development of Solar Radiation Estimation Models
Abstract: Today’s life could not be imagined without energy (Power). It has become an integral part of day to day life. Traditionally, dependency was there on conventional sources of energy like coal, hydroelectric etc. But they are limited resources; also, they offer residue or pollution to the environment which is not desirable. These are the main reasons that the researchers inclined themselves towards the maximum exploration and make optimal use of …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Microhardness of II-VI and III-V Semiconductors
Abstract: A correlation between microhardness and bond hardness of II-VI and III-V semiconductors is presented in this study. Bond hardness is calculated using valence electron number, covalent / ionic radius and co-ordination number of bonded atoms of the tetrahedral semiconductors. The covalent and ionic contributions to bond hardness are separately calculated to get resultant bond hardness. Results obtained using the correlation agrees well with the reported, experimental and theoretical values of …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Structural and Elasto-Mechanical Properties of Half Heusler Alloy CoHfBi as Ferromagnetic Semiconductor
Abstract: Herein, we have explored Half Heusler Alloy CoHfBi under the density functional theory is simulated using the Wein2k package. The structural characterization we had done in two different phases, i.e., spin polarised, and non-spin polarised which suggests that the CoHfBi alloy stable in spin polarised phase in Y2 type structure. Ab-Initio calculations are helpful to examine the dependence of the global properties of Heusler alloys on atomic composition and crystal …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Optimized High Performance Characteristics of a Designed 1553 nm Wideband Travelling Wave Semiconductor Optical Amplifier
Abstract: AbstractIn this work, the performance characteristics of a designed 1553 nm Wideband Travelling Wave Semiconductor Optical Amplifier are presented. A high performance of the designed wideband SOA is obtained and analyzed with the optimized values of injection current, optical confinement factor, input power and active length. A maximum gain of 30.16 dB and minimum noise figure of 4.48 dB is obtained for 200 mA injection current, 0.33 optical confinement factor …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Power Penalty versus Crosstalk in Optical Active Network Components like Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier, Raman Amplifier and Semiconductor Optical Amplifier
Abstract: AbstractOptical amplifiers boost the power of optical system without optoelectronics (O-E-O) conversion. The optical amplification process is accompanied by Amplified Spontaneous Emission (ASE) noise that accumulates along the transmission line and degrades the optical signal to noise ratio (OSNR). Intensity modulation in one channel causes crosstalk in the other channel via the change of the complex refractive index in the amplifier. In this paper, authors tried to calculate and compare …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Effects of Variation of Injection Current and Differential Gain on 450 nm InGaN True Blue Semiconductor Laser
Abstract: AbstractIn this work, the performance analysis of a designed 450 nm InGaN True Blue Semiconductor Laser has been presented by varying injection current and differential gain. The study has been divided into three major segments; the first of which deals with changes in carrier density, photon density and output power with variation of injection current. A maximum output power of 182.6 mW is obtained for 90 mA injection current and …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Semiconductor Physics and Micron Scale Fluid Mechanics towards the Microelectromechanical Systems Associated with Nanotechnology
Abstract: Interrelations among semiconductor physics, microfluidics, nanofluidics and nanotechnology are briefly described. A single microchannel bend is designed and fabricated by author using the maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography and direct bonding. Dyed water is the selected and prepared working liquid in this work. Surface-driven (passive) capillary flow of working liquid is recorded in the fabricated microchannel bend using a CMOS camera. This work may be useful in applied chemistry.
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics Read article
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Behavior of Surface Polaritons on Cylindrical Semiconducting Materials at Nanoscale with Radius Dependence Frequency
Abstract: Surface plasmon resonance (SPR) is a physical property of the surface to investigate the important properties of optical behaviors for nanomaterial and biomaterial. It involves the excitation of electrons within a thin metal sheet by incident light at a specific angle, prompting them to propagate parallel to the surface. This sensitivity to external factors, such as changes in the refractive index of the surrounding medium due to molecular adsorption, underscores …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Investigation of the Hall and Nernst-Ettingshausen Effects in Diluted Magnetic Semiconductors
Abstract: This review explores the Hall and Nernst-Ettingshausen effects in various magnetic systems, including diluted magnetic semiconductors (DMS), topological insulators, superconductors, and novel composite materials. In DMS, the interplay of ferromagnetism and magnetic impurities introduces unique transport behaviors, particularly influencing the anomalous Hall effect (AHE) and thermomagnetic phenomena. We also examine the Nernst-Ettingshausen effect (NE) in topological insulators and superconductors, revealing the influence of band topology and vortex-like excitations. Special attention …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article