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Performance optimization of InSe-FETs using high-k dielectric materials for analog/RF applications
Md Akram Ahmad1, Muzaffar Imam2, Bhubon Chandra Mech3
1Department of Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, 203201, India.
High-k dielectrics significantly boost Indium Selenide (InSe) field-effect transistors (FETs) for analog and radio-frequency (RF) applications. While enhancing gain, these materials slightly reduce the cut-off frequency, showing a gain-speed trade-off.
Area of Science:
- Semiconductor Physics
- Materials Science
- Nanoelectronics
Background:
- Indium Selenide (InSe) is a promising 2D material for next-generation electronics.
- Field-effect transistors (FETs) are fundamental building blocks in modern electronic circuits.
- High-k dielectric materials offer advantages in device scaling and performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of high-k dielectrics on InSe-based FET performance.
- To analyze digital and analog/RF performance metrics of these devices.
- To explore the potential of dielectric engineering for advanced electronic applications.
Main Methods:
- Atomistic simulations using the non-equilibrium Green's function (NEGF) formalism.
- Analysis of ON/OFF current ratio (ION/IOFF) for digital suitability.
- Examination of analog/RF metrics: intrinsic gain (AV), transconductance generation factor (TGF), and cut-off frequency (fT).
Main Results:
- Significant improvements in transconductance (gm) by 98.3%, TGF by 73.7%, and AV by 72.66%.
- A minor reduction in cut-off frequency (fT) by 9.85% was observed.
- Demonstrated trade-off between device gain and operating frequency.
Conclusions:
- High-k dielectric engineering is effective in optimizing InSe-based FETs.
- These optimized FETs show potential for next-generation analog and RF circuits.
- Further research can explore mitigating the observed gain-speed trade-off.
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