ABACUS Tool Suite and Bulk Semiconductors - Fall 2023

Explore the ABACUS Tool Suite and its application to bulk semiconductors in this 43-minute video lecture by Dr. Gerhard Klimeck from Purdue University. Gain insights into the Drift-Diffusion-Lab, where you can experiment with semiconductor slabs under various conditions. Learn how to manipulate parameters such as light illumination, bias, and material properties to observe their effects on carrier distribution and current flow. Discover the capabilities of PADRE, an industrial-grade tool used for transistor design at Bell Labs, which powers the Drift-Diffusion-Lab. Delve into concepts like minority carrier lifetimes and surface recombination times through numerical experiments. Compare the behavior of different semiconductor materials including Si, SiGe, and GaAs. Access additional resources and tools through the provided links to enhance your understanding of semiconductor physics and device behavior.