Abstract
The development history of resonant tunneling diodes (RTD), the principle of quantum dot resonant tunneling diodes (QDRTD), and their characteristics of exceptional negative differential resistance (NDR) of QDRTD, are briefly introduced in this paper. The typical type and the design processes of QDRTD, and recent research progress are summarized in detail. Finally, the facing problems and the future necessary development directions of QDRTD are discussed.
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Trans Tech Publications, Ltd.
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