Rare-Earth Doped III-Nitrides for Optoelectronic and Spintronic Applications: 124 (Topics in Applied Physics)

Book Details

• Author: O'Donnell, Kevin Peter

• Brand: Springer

• Edition: 2010

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 355

• Release Date: 27-07-2010

• EAN: 9789048128761

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.9 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
Rare Earth Doped III Nitrides for Optoelectronic and Spintronic Applications by Kevin Peter O'Donnell explores the fascinating world of rare earth (RE) doped III-nitrides, shedding light on their significance in optoelectronics and spintronics. Despite their name, rare earth elements (REEs) are not particularly rare and are found abundantly in the Earth's crust. However, their chemical similarities make them challenging to separate, and it wasn’t until the 1960s that technical advances allowed for breakthroughs in RE science.

This book dives deep into the properties of RE elements—such as Cerium, Neodymium, and Ytterbium—and their role in modern technologies. The most well-known commercial use of RE metals is in the production of super-strong permanent magnets, such as those found in refrigerators. The book discusses the fascinating magnetic properties that arise from partially filled 4f atomic shells, as well as the interactions between these rare earth elements and non-metals in chemical compounds.

This comprehensive text covers the advances in RE-based materials, offering in-depth insights into their potential applications in optoelectronics and spintronics. It will be of great interest to researchers and professionals in materials science, nanotechnology, and applied physics, providing both theoretical and practical knowledge of these critical materials in advanced technological applications.