Physics and Applications of Semiconductor Quantum Structures

Reviews the evolution of semiconductor super lattices and quantum nanostructures. This book explores fabrication and characterization techniques, transport, optical, and spin-dependent properties, and concludes with a section devoted to fresh device applications. Written by international experts, Physics and Applications of Semiconductor Quantum Structures covers the most important recent advances in the field. Beginning with a review of the evolution of semiconductor superlattices and quantum nanostructures, the book explores fabrication and characterization techniques, transport, optical, and spin-dependent properties, and concludes with a section devoted to new device applications. The book allows those who already have some familiarity with semiconductor devices to expand their knowledge into new developing topics involving semiconductor quantum structures.