Tunnel Field Effect Transistor (TFET) and p-i-n Diodes
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Tunnel Field Effect Transistor (TFET) and p-i-n Diodes

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What is the main cause of conductivity in tunnel field effect transistors (TFET)?

  • Ohmic mechanism
  • Field effect
  • Electrostatic induction
  • Zener mechanism at the reverse biased junction (correct)

    • What distinguishes TFET from conventional MOSFETs?

  • High subthreshold slope below 60 mV/dB (correct)
  • Higher on-state current
  • High leakage power consumption
  • Lower research requirements

    • What type of tunneling mechanism is crucial for the operation of TFETs?

  • Field-induced tunneling
  • Band-to-band tunneling (correct)
  • Thermal emission tunneling
  • Photoelectric tunneling

    • Why is TFET considered attractive for certain applications?

    <p>Low leakage power consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of TFETs poses a challenge for their practical application?

    <p>On-state current lower than conventional MOSFETs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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