Unlocking the potential of wide bandgap semiconductors for harsh environments

Abstract

In this paper, we review the suitability of various wide bandgap materials as semiconductor materials for high performance applications where conventional semiconductors fail to operate. Different semiconductor that are reviewed are II-VI, III-V and IV-IV systems. The host of different applications using these materials are also considered. It is concluded that material quality and packaging are very important that dictate the future of these technologies for commercial applications.