Semiconductor Power Devices Physics, Characteristics, Reliability

This book discusses semiconductor properties, pn-junctions and the physical phenomena for understanding power devices in depth. Working principles of state-of-the-art power diodes, thyristors, MOSFETs and IGBTs are explained in detail, as well as key aspects of semiconductor device production techno...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Lutz, Josef, Schlangenotto, Heinrich (Author), Scheuermann, Uwe (Author), De Doncker, Rik (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2018, 2018
Edition:2nd ed. 2018
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Power Semiconductor Devices – Key Components for Efficient Electrical Energy Conversion Systems
  • Semiconductor Properties
  • pn-Junctions
  • Short Introduction to Power Device Technology
  • pin-Diodes
  • Schottky Diodes
  • Bipolar Transistors
  • Thyristors
  • MOS Transistors
  • IGBTs
  • Packaging and Reliability of Power Devices
  • Destructive Mechanisms in Power Devices
  • Power Device-Induced Oscillations and Electromagnetic Disturbances
  • Power Electronic System Integration