Physics – Condensed Matter – Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics
Scientific paper
2005-12-05
Physics
Condensed Matter
Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics
12 pages, 14 figures
Scientific paper
We report density-functional theory (DFT), atomistic simulations of the non-equilibrium transport properties of carbon nanotube (CNT) field-effect transistors (FETs). Results have been obtained within a self-consistent approach based on the non-equilibrium Green's functions (NEGF) scheme. Our attention has been focused on a new kind of devices, the so called bulk-modulated CNTFETs. Recent experimental realizations \cite{Chen,Lin_condMat} have shown that such devices can exhibit excellent performances, even better than state-of-the-art Schottky barrier (SB)-modulated transistors. Our calculations have been intended to explore, at an atomistic level, the physical mechanisms governing the transport in these new devices. We emphasize the role that one-dimensional screening has on gate- and drain-induced current modulation mechanisms, pointing out, at the same time, the importance of a correct evaluation of the nanotube quantum capacitance. The operative regimes and the performance limits of the device are analysed, pointing out, at the same time, the role played by the quasi-one-dimensional, short channel effects.
Carlo Aldo Di
Latessa L.
Pecchia Alessandro
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