Optical performance of the silicon heterostructure switch

Abstract

The optical performance of a logical optical detector, that has been developed from a thin-oxide MIS silicon switch, is considered in relation to its fabrication. The analysis accounts for quantum efficiency and absorption depth. Predicted and measured results, taking these into account, show a very good correspondence. Applications include bistable switching sensors, pyroelectric detection, and robotic control systems. Since only standard processing is required, the construction of the device can be directed toward a wide range of requirements.< <ETX xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">&gt;</ETX>