Superlattice to Nanoelectronics provides a historical overview
of the early work performed by Tsu and Esaki, to orient those
who want to enter into this nanoscience. It describes the
fundamental concepts and goes on to answer many questions about
todays 'Nanoelectronics'. It covers the applications and types
of devices which have been produced, many of which are still in
use today. This historical perspective is important as a guide
to what and how technology and new fundamental ideas are
introduced and developed. The author communicates a basic
understanding of the physics involved from first principles,
whilst adding new depth, using simple mathematics and
explanation of the background essentials. Topics covered include
* Introductory materials * Superlattice, Bloch oscillations and
transport * Tunneling in QWs to QDs * Optical properties:
optical transitions, size dependent dielectric constant,
capacitance and doping * Quantum devices: New approaches without
doping and heterojunctions - quantum confinement