Ge_1-xSn_xMaterials: Challenges and Applications

Abstract

Ge1-xSnx is receiving a growing interest in the semiconductor community as the material properties are interesting for both electrical and optical device applications. In this contribution we discuss the potential of Ge1-xSnx for future electrical device applications. Further, we will briefly review its fabrication by means of Chemical Vapor Deposition and discuss the structural material properties and its stability against thermal treatments. © 2012 The Electrochemical Society.