5 Questions
What is the main cause of conductivity in tunnel field effect transistors (TFET)?
Zener mechanism at the reverse biased junction
What distinguishes TFET from conventional MOSFETs?
High subthreshold slope below 60 mV/dB
What type of tunneling mechanism is crucial for the operation of TFETs?
Band-to-band tunneling
Why is TFET considered attractive for certain applications?
Low leakage power consumption
What aspect of TFETs poses a challenge for their practical application?
On-state current lower than conventional MOSFETs
Explore the principles and operation of Tunnel Field Effect Transistors (TFET) and p-i-n diodes with intrinsic areas amid heavily doped p and n-regions. Understand the band to band tunneling (BTBT) and Zener mechanism that govern the conductivity in these devices.
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