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Springer Quantum Well Infrared Photodetectors Physics And Applications 2006 Edition by Harald Schneider Hui C. Liu
Addressed to both students as a learning text and scientists/engineers as a reference this book discusses the physics and applications of quantum-well infrared photodetectors (QWIPs). It is assumed that the reader has a basic background in quantum mechanics solid-state physics and semiconductor devices. To make this book as widely accessible as possible the treatment and presentation of the materials is simple and straightforward. The topics for the book were chosen by the following criteria: they must be well-established and understood; and they should have been or potentially will be used in practical applications. The monograph discusses most aspects relevant for the field but omits at the same time detailed discussions of specialized topics such as the valence-band quantum wells. Table of contents : Physics.- Basics of Infrared Detection.- Semiconductor Quantum Wells and Intersubband.- Photoconductive QWIP.- Photovoltaic QWIP.- Optical Coupling.- Miscellaneous Effects.- Related Structures and Devices.- Applications.- Thermal Imaging.- Dynamics Ultrafast and Heterodyne.- Conclusions and outlook.