Explores the impact of strain on semiconductor band structures, epitaxy, critical thickness, and defect formation, emphasizing the role of Hooke's law and elasticity theory.
Discusses the principles of pn junctions and heterostructures in semiconductor physics, focusing on their electrical characteristics and practical applications.
Explores the physics of photonic semiconductor devices, including LEDs, laser diodes, and quantum cascade lasers, emphasizing essential concepts and practical applications.
Covers the principles of photoemissive detectors and the photoelectric effect, detailing electron behavior in metals and semiconductors under different light conditions.