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A Numerical Implementation of the Energy Balance Equations Based on Physical Considerations

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Simulation of Semiconductor Devices and Processes

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We present an implementation of the energy balance equations in two dimensional device simulators which is based on a definite positive formulation of the ohmic energy sources for the carriers.

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Schoenmaker, W., Vankemmel, R. (1993). A Numerical Implementation of the Energy Balance Equations Based on Physical Considerations. In: Selberherr, S., Stippel, H., Strasser, E. (eds) Simulation of Semiconductor Devices and Processes. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7091-6657-4_28

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