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Physical limitations on frequency and power parameters of transistors

Johnson, 1966

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5934579572185471143
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Johnson E
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1958 IRE international convention record

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A simple analysis shows that the ultimate performance limits of a transistor are set by the product Ev_ s/2 π, where E is the semiconductor's dielectric breakdown strength and v_ s is its minority carrier saturated drift velocity. This product, having a value of about 2 * 10^ 11 …
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