Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-21-2018
Abstract
The self-assembly of epitaxial quantum dots on (001) surfaces, driven by compressive strain, is a widely used tool in semiconductor optoelectronics. In contrast, the growth of quantum dots on (111) and (110) surfaces has historically been a significant challenge. In most cases the strain relaxes rapidly via dislocation nucleation and glide before quantum dots can form. In this paper, we discuss a method for the reliable and controllable self-assembly of quantum dots on both (111) and (110) surfaces, where tensile strain is now the driving force. By showing that tensile-strained self-assembly is applicable to several material systems, we demonstrate the versatility of this technique. We believe that tensile-strained self-assembly represents a powerful tool for heterogeneous materials integration, and nanomaterial development, with future promise for band engineering and quantum optics applications.
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Copyright 2018, Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers. One print or electronic copy may be made for personal use only. Systematic reproduction and distribution, duplication of any material in this paper for a fee or for commercial purposes, or modification of the content of the paper are prohibited. doi: 10.1117/12.2299676
Publication Information
Simmonds, Paul J. (2018). "Quantum Dot Growth on (111) and (110) Surfaces Using Tensile-Strained Self-Assembly". Proceedings of SPIE, 10543, 105430L-1 - 105430L-10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1117/12.2299676