Radiative recombination of hot carriers in narrow-gap semiconductors
The mechanism of the radiative recombination of hot carriers in narrow-gap semiconductors is analyzed using the example of indium antimonide. It is shown that the CHCC Auger recombination process may lead to pronounced carrier heating at high excitation levels. The distribution functions and concentrations of hot carriers are determined. The radiative recombination rate of hot carriers and the radiation gain coefficient are calculated in terms of the Kane model. It is demonstrated that the radiative recombination of hot carriers will make a substantial contribution to the total radiative recombination rate at high carrier concentrations.
- OSTI ID:
- 22039058
- Journal Information:
- Semiconductors, Journal Name: Semiconductors Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 46; ISSN SMICES; ISSN 1063-7826
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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