8.6 - Technology Innovations to Overcome Scaling Limits
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What are high-k dielectrics?
💡 Hint: Consider materials with a high dielectric constant.
What is one benefit of strained silicon?
💡 Hint: Think about how stress affects movement.
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What is a primary function of high-k dielectrics in MOSFET technology?
💡 Hint: Think about what high-k materials aim to improve.
True or False: Metal gate technology increases threshold voltage variability.
💡 Hint: Focus on the effects of using metals instead of polysilicon.
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Consider a scenario where two MOSFETs are fabricated—one with standard SiO₂ and the other with high-k dielectrics. Predict the performance differences in terms of leakage and efficiency.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the purpose of high-k materials in relation to their dielectric properties.
Analyze why silicon-on-insulator technology might be preferred in cutting-edge mobile computing devices as opposed to traditional MOSFET structures. Discuss the implications for device performance.
💡 Hint: Consider how capacitance influences speed and power in circuits.
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