Si₀.₃₄₇Ge₀.₆₅₃ is a silicon-germanium alloy semiconductor with a germanium-rich composition, belonging to the IV-IV group of compound semiconductors. This material is engineered for optoelectronic and high-speed electronic applications where the bandgap and lattice properties of the Si-Ge system are tailored through composition control. The germanium-dominant ratio makes it particularly relevant for infrared detection, heterojunction bipolar transistors (HBTs), and direct bandgap photonics applications where pure silicon falls short, while maintaining some of the manufacturing compatibility and thermal stability advantages of the silicon platform.
Compliance & Regulations
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 1.910 | eV | — |