In this tutorial, we will study the behavior of a diode reverse-biased by a Dirac pulse, subsequently considering the special (and unpublished) case of a Zener diode.

EE JULY/AUGUST 1987 After a longish absence from the semiconductor scene, the tunnel diode, also called Esaki diode, after its Japanese inven- tor, has been re-introduced thanks to the fact that it ...

Applications Due to their fast-switching speed and negative resistance, tunnel diodes are often used in: High-frequency oscillators Amplifiers Detectors Fast switching circuits Let’s explore some of ...

They have been designed for specific application in high speed computer circuits. Announced at the same time as the tunnel diode are extensions to the Texas rectifier range, two silicon photovoltaic ...

Unveiling the surprising characteristics of a tunnel diode circuit with negative resistance. Comparison to classic inductive circuits. Research project utilizing Mathematica.

The novel laser diode prototypes leverage BluGlass’s unique RPCVD tunnel junction technology, developed over many years for use in high-power products including laser diodes and high-brightness LEDs.

Australian semiconductor developer BluGlass has successfully demonstrated working tunnel junction laser diodes in a world-first proof-of-concept using its proprietary remote plasma chemical vapour ...

The novel laser diode prototypes leverage BluGlass’ unique RPCVD tunnel junction technology, developed over many years for use in high- power products including laser diodes and high-brightness LEDs.