pss – taking legacy to the future
At a Glance
Section titled “At a Glance”| Metadata | Details |
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| Publication Date | 2016-01-01 |
| Journal | physica status solidi (b) |
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| Citations | 1 |
| Analysis | Full AI Review Included |
Technical Documentation & Analysis: Diamond Materials in Solid State Physics
Section titled “Technical Documentation & Analysis: Diamond Materials in Solid State Physics”This analysis is based on the Physica Status Solidi B Editorial (2016), which highlights key research trends, including the legacy and future of diamond science in solid-state physics, quantum technology, and power electronics.
Executive Summary
Section titled “Executive Summary”The pss Editorial confirms the enduring relevance of diamond materials in advanced solid-state research, directly aligning with 6CCVD’s core offerings.
- Core Research Focus: The journal dedicated an issue to “20 Years of Science for Diamond” [5], underscoring diamond’s status as a critical, long-lasting topic.
- High-Impact Applications: Research areas highlighted—including Nitride Light Emitters [4], Transparent Conductive Oxides (TCOs) [6], and Carbononics (Spintronics/Quantum Dots) [11]—require the unique thermal, optical, and electronic properties of MPCVD diamond.
- Material Requirement: Replication and advancement of these studies necessitate high-pquality Single Crystal Diamond (SCD) for quantum applications and Boron-Doped Diamond (BDD) for TCO and electrochemical applications.
- Interface Engineering: The focus on “Engineering of Functional Interfaces” [10] demands ultra-low surface roughness (Ra < 1nm) and precise custom metalization, capabilities offered by 6CCVD.
- Scaling Potential: The emphasis on Photovoltaics [7] and large-area device physics requires scalable, inch-size Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) substrates, which 6CCVD supplies up to 125mm.
Technical Specifications (Contextual Requirements)
Section titled “Technical Specifications (Contextual Requirements)”Since the source is an editorial, the specifications below reflect the material requirements implied by the high-impact research topics cited (Diamond Science [5], TCOs [6], Carbononics [11], Nitride Devices [4]).
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material Purity (SCD) | High to Ultra-High | N/A | Required for NV center creation in Carbononics [11] |
| Substrate Size (PCD) | Up to 125 | mm | Scaling for Photovoltaics and large-area devices [7] |
| Surface Finish (SCD) | Ultra-Smooth | Ra < 1nm | Essential for functional interfaces [10] and epitaxial growth |
| Doping Requirement | Heavy Boron Doping | N/A | To achieve Transparent Conductive Oxide (TCO) properties [6] |
| Thermal Management | High Conductivity | W/m·K | Critical for Nitride Light Emitters and power devices [4] |
| Thickness Control (SCD/PCD) | Precise Layering | 0.1µm - 500µm | Required for thin-film device integration and thick substrates |
| Metalization Layers | Custom Stacks | N/A | Required for ohmic contacts and interface bonding (e.g., Ti/Pt/Au) |
Key Methodologies
Section titled “Key Methodologies”The research areas highlighted in the pss Editorial rely on advanced material synthesis and processing techniques that 6CCVD specializes in.
- High-Purity MPCVD Growth: Production of high-quality Single Crystal Diamond (SCD) necessary for fundamental physics studies, including the creation and manipulation of quantum defects (NV centers) central to Carbononics [11].
- Controlled Boron Doping: Precise introduction of Boron during MPCVD growth to produce highly conductive Boron-Doped Diamond (BDD) films, enabling their use as robust Transparent Conductive Oxides (TCOs) [6].
- Advanced Polishing and Planarization: Achieving surface roughness below Ra < 1nm on SCD and Ra < 5nm on inch-size PCD to ensure high-quality interfaces for device integration and low-loss optical applications.
- Custom Metalization Stacks: Deposition of multi-layer metal contacts (e.g., Ti/Pt/Au, W/Cu) tailored for specific device architectures, ensuring low-resistance ohmic contacts and reliable thermal dissipation in high-power applications (Nitride Semiconductors [4]).
- Large-Area Substrate Fabrication: Utilizing 6CCVD’s capability to produce large-format PCD wafers (up to 125mm) for scalable thermal management solutions in power electronics and photovoltaics [7].
6CCVD Solutions & Capabilities
Section titled “6CCVD Solutions & Capabilities”6CCVD is uniquely positioned to supply the advanced diamond materials required to replicate and extend the research topics emphasized in Physica Status Solidi.
Applicable Materials
Section titled “Applicable Materials”| Research Area Cited | 6CCVD Material Solution | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Carbononics / Spintronics [11] | Electronic Grade SCD (High Purity) | Low defect density, ideal host for NV centers and quantum emitters. |
| TCOs / Photovoltaics [6, 7] | Heavy Boron Doped Diamond (BDD) | Stable, wide-bandgap, p-type transparent conductor. Available as SCD or PCD. |
| Nitride Light Emitters [4] | High Thermal Conductivity PCD | Excellent heat spreading for high-power GaN/AlGaN devices. Wafers up to 125mm. |
| Functional Interfaces [10] | Optical Grade SCD | Ultra-smooth surface (Ra < 1nm) for low-loss optics and epitaxial integration. |
Customization Potential
Section titled “Customization Potential”6CCVD’s in-house capabilities directly address the complex material requirements of modern solid-state physics research:
- Custom Dimensions: We supply plates and wafers up to 125mm (PCD) and large-area SCD, crucial for scaling up photovoltaic and power electronics research.
- Thickness Control: Precise control over layer thickness, offering SCD and PCD films from 0.1µm (for thin-film integration) up to 500µm (for robust substrates) and bulk substrates up to 10mm.
- Advanced Metalization: We offer internal metalization services, including standard stacks (Au, Pt, Pd) and custom refractory metal layers (Ti, W, Cu) required for high-temperature ohmic contacts and bonding in functional interfaces.
- Precision Polishing: Guaranteed surface finishes of Ra < 1nm for SCD and Ra < 5nm for inch-size PCD, essential for minimizing scattering losses and ensuring high-quality heteroepitaxy.
Engineering Support
Section titled “Engineering Support”6CCVD maintains an in-house team of PhD-level material scientists ready to assist researchers in translating theoretical requirements into physical materials.
- Material Selection: We provide consultation on selecting the optimal diamond type (SCD vs. PCD, doping level) for specific projects, such as optimizing BDD conductivity for TCO integration or maximizing NV center coherence time for Carbononics projects.
- Process Integration: Support for integrating diamond into complex device stacks, including advice on metalization schemes and bonding techniques for Nitride Thermal Management applications.
- Global Logistics: We ensure reliable global shipping (DDU default, DDP available) to keep critical research projects on schedule worldwide.
For custom specifications or material consultation, visit 6ccvd.com or contact our engineering team directly.
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physica status solidi (b)Volume 253, Issue 1 p. 3-4 EditorialFree Access pss - taking legacy to the future First published: 08 January 2016 https://doi.org/10.1002/pssb.201670504Citations: 1AboutSectionsPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat Dear readers, 2016 has a special anniversary coming up for physica status solidi (pss): Its most-ever-cited article “Optical Properties and Electronic Structure of Amorphous Germanium” by J. Tauc, R. Grigorovici, and A. Vancu (then Prague and Bucharest) was published half a century ago 1. Printed about two months after receipt of the manuscript on June 1st 1966, it is a witness of the impressively fast publication times of pss back then. The article went online 40 years later in 2006, when Wiley had the pre-internet-era content scanned. Figure 1Open in figure viewerPowerPoint Citations (right axis) and cumulative citations (left axis) to “Optical Properties and Electronic Structure of Amorphous Germanium” by J. Tauc et al., pss (1966) 1 versus year (Data from Web of Science SCI, Dec 2015). Beyond the reach of contemporary journal-usage metrics, it has been collecting citations throughout 50 years, and recently we even saw a pronounced acceleration due to renewed interest in amorphous materials, with groups analyzing and developing the method proposed by Tauc et al. further 2. pss proudly continues to provide, promote, and safeguard this valuable piece of information, and to accompany it through the changing times of its lasting legacy for the solid state physics research community. All the while, we are working with our authors, reviewers, board members, and guest editors to add content to the journal that has the potential for a similarly impressive career in scientific literature. Much of pss’ most interesting content is attracted by specially compiled, topical publications in collaboration with guest editors these days, and we can mention only a few of them here. Prominently in 2015, pss leaned in on the recent physics Nobel Prize topic again with a double issue on Nitride Semiconductors 3, and also the January issue of pss (b) in 2016 is dedicated to the specific challenges of Polarization-Field Control in Nitride Light Emitters 4. Regarding long-lasting topics we should mention the “20 Years of Science for Diamond” issue in pss (a) 5, and on the contemporary device physics line both “Transparent Conductive Oxides - Fundamentals and Applications” 6 and the issue dedicated to “Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology for Photovoltaics” 7. Reflecting the intense activity in the field and its impact on the world energy economy, photovoltaics based on inorganic as well as organic electronics have been increasingly prominent throughout the pss journal family, also resulting in the pss (RRL) standing topical section “RRL solar”. pss (b) has a very interesting collection on the physics of low-dimensional structures, including graphene, nanotubes, and transition-metal dichalcogenides, in “Electronic Properties of Novel Materials: Molecular Nanostructures” 8. Venturing into more interdisciplinary areas, pss (b) also published “Auxetics and Other Systems of ‘Negative’ Characteristics” with 32 contributions from physics, mathematics, and engineering perspectives 9 and pss (a) had “Engineering of Functional Interfaces” 10. This year we are looking forward to “Carbononics - Integrating Electronics, Photonics and Spintronics with Graphene Quantum Dots” 11, a Focus Issue in pss (RRL), and many other interesting projects. In 2015, physica status solidi (c) - current topics in solid state physics joined the other pss family journals on the editorial platform Editorial Manager. With system data on a new level of transparency, we may report for the year that pss published 1172 articles, worked with 71 guest editors and received approximately 4400 reviewer reports (including re-reviews). As is obvious from these numbers, the journal family flourishes due to its lively interaction and the lasting strong support from the solid state researcher community. We would like to convey our sincere gratitude to all board members, guest editors, reviewers, and authors for the time and work they invest. And of course, we remain open for your future suggestions, and we will observe closely which topic may be poised to become the next pss evergreen. With best wishes for a prosperous year 2016, Sabine Bahrs, Nadezda Panarina, and Stefan Hildebrandt Editors physica status solidi References 1 J. Tauc, R. Grigorovici, and A. Vancu, Phys. Status Solidi 15, 627- 637 (1966). Wiley Online LibraryCASWeb of Science®Google Scholar 2 B. D. Viezbicke, S. Patel, B. E. Davis, and D. P. Birnie, III, Phys. Status Solidi B 252(8), 1700- 1710 (2015). Wiley Online LibraryCASWeb of Science®Google Scholar 3Phys. Status Solidi A 212, No. 5 (2015) and Phys. Status Solidi B 252, No. 5 (2015) Guest Editors: Izabela Gorczyca, Tadeusz Suski, and Piotr Perlin. Google Scholar 4Phys. Status Solidi B 253, No. 1 (2016) Guest Editors: Ferdinand Scholz and Ulrich Schwarz. Google Scholar 5Phys. Status Solidi A 212, No. 11 (2015) Guest Editors: Etienne Gheeraert, Stoffel D. Janssens, Paulius Pobedinskas, and Miloš Nesládek. Google Scholar 6Phys. Status Solidi A 212, No. 7 (2015) Guest Editors: Marius Grundmann, Andreas Rahm, and Holger von Wenckstern. Google Scholar 7Phys. Status Solidi A 212, No. 1 (2015) Guest Editors: Veronica Bermudez, Sophia Fantechi, Bertrand Fillon, Alejandro Pérez-Rodríguez, and Alexander G. Ulyashin. Google Scholar 8Phys. Status Solidi B 252, No. 11 (2015) Guest Editors: Christian Thomsen, Andreas Hirsch, Hans Kuzmany, Janina Maultzsch, Stephanie Reich, Siegmar Roth, and Antonio Setaro. Google Scholar 9Phys. Status Solidi B 252, No. 7 (2015) Guest Editors: Krzysztof W. Wojciechowski, Fabrizio Scarpa, Joseph N. Grima, and Andrew Alderson. Google Scholar 10Phys. Status Solidi A 212, No. 6 (2015) Guest Editors: Torsten Wagner, Patrick Wagner, Theodor Doll, and Michael J. Schöning. Google Scholar 11Phys. Status Solidi RRL 10, No. 1 (2016) Guest Editors: Pawel Hawrylak, Francois Peeters, and Klaus Ensslin. Google Scholar Citing Literature Volume253, Issue1Special Issue: Polarization-field control in nitride light emittersJanuary 2016Pages 3-4 FiguresReferencesRelatedInformation