Vacuum Nanoelectronic Devices introduces up-to-date coverage of research in electron field emission from nanostructures. It outlines the physics of quantum nanostructures, the basic principles of electron field emission and vacuum nanoelectronic devices operation, and offers an insight into the state-of-the-art and future research and developments.
The book also evaluates the results of research and development into novel quantum electron sources, which will determine the future development of vacuum nanoelectronics. Moreover, the influence of quantum mechanical effects on high frequency vacuum nanoelectronic devices is also assessed.
Key features:
• In-depth description and analysis of the fundamentals of quantum electron effects in novel electron sources;
• Comprehensive and up-to-date summary of the physics and technologies for THz sources for students of physical and engineering specialties and electronics engineers;
• Unique coverage of quantum physical results for electron-field emission and novel electron sources with quantum effects, relevant for many applications such as electron microscopy, electron lithography, imaging and communication systems and signal processing;
• New approaches for the realization of electron sources with required and optimal parameters in electronic devices such as vacuum micro and nanoelectronics.
This book is an essential reference for researchers working in terahertz technology, who want to expand their knowledge of electron beam generation in vacuum and electron source quantum concepts. It will also be invaluable to advanced students in electronics engineering and physics who want to deepen their understanding of this topic. Ultimately, the progress of the quantum nanostructure theory and technology will promote the progress and development of electron sources as a main part of vacuum macro-, micro- and nanoelectronics.
