Basic Solid-State Physics

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Olmstead, J. A., author.

Conference Name:

1974 Automotive Engineering Congress and Exposition (1974-02-25 : Detroit, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1974

Summary:

A basic knowledge of solid-state physics is necessary if intelligent application of its resultant devices is to be achieved. This paper surveys solid-state physics from the user's point of view. The approach is essentially nonmathematical and phenomenological. Analogues are used wherever possible.The survey begins with a brief review of atomic theory. After a model of a single atom is established, combinations which introduce solid bonding, crystallinity, and energy-bond concepts are reviewed. Electrical conduction is reviewed and the differences between metals, insulators, and semiconductors discussed. The introduction of local defects (impurities) is then studied and the p-n junction established

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Publisher Number:

740009

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