8.10 - Summary of Key Concepts
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Practice Questions
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What is one benefit of MOSFET scaling?
💡 Hint: Think about how transistors affect circuit speed.
Define short-channel effects.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when dimensions shrink.
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What is one of the primary benefits of MOSFET scaling?
💡 Hint: Think about how smaller sizes affect speed.
True or False: High-k dielectrics are used to increase leakage.
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of the materials used.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss how the transition to FinFET addresses limitations faced by traditional planar MOSFETs, particularly concerning thermal performance and short-channel effects.
💡 Hint: Think about the differences in structure and how they manage heat and control.
Evaluate the potential impact that advanced GAA FET technology might have on the future of semiconductor designs compared to current technologies.
💡 Hint: Consider how improved control can influence performance.
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