Research
CHTM is a nationally recognized center for photonics and microelectronics research and over 80% of our annual research budget of approximately $7M is funded by external research contracts. This strong funding record has allowed CHTM to furnish its facilities with modern equipment and to maintain a focus on leading-edge research topics that are relevant to government and industry. This pays off in many ways;
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Vertical Integration is a key to CHTM's strong research capability. To create a useful semiconductor device a clear understanding of device theory is necessary. CHTM faculty are experienced in the theory and practice of a wide range of photonics and microelectronics devices and they have access to powerful computing power when required for device simulation. The structure of modern semiconductor devices can comprise literally hundreds of individual layers that must be grown with a tight tolerance. CHTM boasts 2 MOCVD reactors and 5 MBE systems for the materials growth of advanced epitaxial semiconductor structures. CHTM's cleanroom offers a full range of process equipment for the fabrication of advanced semiconductor devices. Characterization provides critical feedback at all stages of fabrication and CHTM laboratories are extremely well equipped with electrical and optical test equipment for the evaluation of materials, devices and systems. |
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