Integrated Silicon-Metal Systems at the Nanoscale: Applications in Photonics, Quantum Computing, Networking, and Internet

A comprehensive guide to the interaction, materials, and functional integration of the silicon-metal binary system at the nanoscale, covering applications in photonics, quantum computing, networking, and internet. It discusses advanced techniques and etching processes for creating metal-Si nanodevices and highlights specific uses in areas such as memory, sensing, and energy conversion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 564 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Integrated Silicon-Metal Systems at the Nanoscale: Applications in Photonics, Quantum Computing, Networking, and Internet is a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the intricate interplay, materials, and functional integration occurring at the nanoscale within the silicon-metal binary system, as well as a wide range of emerging and cutting-edge advanced device applications spanning various domains, including energy and electronics, sensing, quantum computing, and quantum internet networks. This invaluable guide takes readers on a journey through advanced techniques and etching processes, seamlessly blending underlying principles, materials science, design, and operation of metal-Si nanodevices.

The book is organized into chapters that each delve into a specific application of integrated metal-silicon nanostructures. These applications encompass a diverse range of fields, including storage and resistive next-generation nano memory and transistors, photo and molecular sensing, harvest and storage device electrodes, phosphor light converters, and hydrogen fuel cells. Additionally, the book anticipates future application areas such as spin transistors, quantum computing, hybrid quantum devices, and quantum engineering, networking, and internet.

Within each chapter, readers are provided with a detailed account of the underlying principles, materials science, design, and operational considerations associated with integrated metal-silicon nanostructures. The authors employ a multidisciplinary approach, drawing upon expertise from various fields such as physics, chemistry, materials engineering, and electrical engineering, to provide a comprehensive understanding of these complex systems.

The book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and students interested in advancing their knowledge and expertise in the field of nanotechnology. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the latest developments and applications in integrated silicon-metal systems, providing a solid foundation for future research and innovation. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the field, Integrated Silicon-Metal Systems at the Nanoscale: Applications in Photonics, Quantum Computing, Networking, and Internet is an essential read that will undoubtedly enhance your understanding and contribute to the advancement of this rapidly evolving field.

Weight: 1120g
Dimension: 191 x 234 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780443186738