Parameter Extraction and Complex Nonlinear Transistor Models 1st editon by Gunter Kompa ISBN 1630817457 9781630817459

Chapter 1: Introduction to Transistor Modeling

• Overview of Transistor Modeling
• Types of Transistors: BJT, FET, MOSFET
• Importance of Accurate Modeling in Electronics
• Applications of Transistor Models in Circuit Simulation
• Objectives of Parameter Extraction

Chapter 2: Basics of Semiconductor Physics

• Fundamental Semiconductor Theory
• Charge Transport in Semiconductors
• Carrier Concentration and Mobility
• Energy Bands and Junctions
• Basic Transistor Operation (BJT, FET, MOSFET)

Chapter 3: Nonlinear Behavior of Transistors

• Nonlinearities in Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs)
• Nonlinearities in Field-Effect Transistors (FETs)
• Current-Voltage Characteristics and Modeling
• Thermal Effects and High-Frequency Nonlinearities
• Understanding Parasitics in Transistor Models

Chapter 4: Parameter Extraction Techniques

• Overview of Parameter Extraction Process
• Measurement Techniques for I-V Characteristics
• Extracting Model Parameters from Measured Data
• Linear and Nonlinear Fitting Techniques
• Challenges in Parameter Extraction
• Case Studies in Parameter Extraction
  • BJT Parameter Extraction
  • MOSFET Parameter Extraction

Chapter 5: Compact Transistor Models

• Introduction to Compact Modeling
• SPICE Models and Their Limitations
• Physical-Based vs. Empirical Models
• Common Compact Models for BJTs and MOSFETs
  • Ebers-Moll Model (BJT)
  • Shockley Model (MOSFET)
  • BSIM and EKV Models (Advanced MOSFET Models)
• Model Selection Criteria for Simulation

Chapter 6: Advanced Nonlinear Transistor Models

• Physics-Based Models for High-Speed Transistors
• Modeling High-Frequency Nonlinearities
• Temperature and Process Variations in Transistor Models
• Impact of Short Channel Effects in MOSFETs
• Advanced BJT and MOSFET Models for RF and Analog Applications
• Complex Nonlinear Effects and Their Implications for Circuit Design

Chapter 7: Parameter Extraction for High-Frequency Applications

• High-Frequency Models for Transistors
• S-Parameters and High-Frequency Data
• Extracting High-Frequency Parameters
• Measurement Techniques for RF Transistors
• Application of High-Frequency Models in RF Circuit Design

Chapter 8: Model Validation and Verification

• Methods for Model Validation
• Comparing Model Predictions with Measured Data
• Validation in Different Operating Regions (DC, AC, High-Frequency)
• Model Verification Using Simulation and Measurement
• Cross-Validation of Nonlinear Models
• Model Refinement and Adjustment Techniques

Chapter 9: Model Calibration and Optimization

• Overview of Model Calibration Techniques
• Optimization Algorithms for Parameter Tuning
• Iterative Methods for Nonlinear Model Calibration
• Global vs. Local Optimization
• Calibration Tools and Software for Transistor Models
• Case Study: Optimizing a BJT Model for Circuit Simulation

Chapter 10: Model Applications and Case Studies

• Using Extracted Models in Circuit Design
• Simulating Amplifiers, Oscillators, and Switches
• Impact of Parameter Variations on Circuit Performance
• Real-World Case Studies in RF and Analog Design
• Performance Evaluation and Troubleshooting Using Simulated Models

Chapter 11: Future Trends in Transistor Modeling

• Emerging Technologies in Semiconductor Devices
• Trends in Modeling for Quantum and Nanoelectronics
• Advanced Techniques for Parameter Extraction in New Device Types
• Role of AI and Machine Learning in Parameter Extraction
• Future Challenges in Nonlinear Transistor Modeling