Hole and electron mobilities in CMOS structures are significantly influenced by a mechanical strain state. In the present work a new experimental device has been designed, able to apply a uniaxial in-plane strain along different crystallographic orientations. A hole mobility enhancement of +10% and an electron mobility decrease of -5% have been demonstrated with the application of a 0.05% compressive <110> strain; a hole mobility enhancement of +2% and an electron mobility decrease of -3% have been induced into the material with the application of a 0.05% compressive <100> strain.

Electrical characterization of CMOS transistors subject to externally applied mechanical stress

BOCCIARELLI, MASSIMILIANO
2008-01-01

Abstract

Hole and electron mobilities in CMOS structures are significantly influenced by a mechanical strain state. In the present work a new experimental device has been designed, able to apply a uniaxial in-plane strain along different crystallographic orientations. A hole mobility enhancement of +10% and an electron mobility decrease of -5% have been demonstrated with the application of a 0.05% compressive <110> strain; a hole mobility enhancement of +2% and an electron mobility decrease of -3% have been induced into the material with the application of a 0.05% compressive <100> strain.
2008
CMOS transistors; Strained silicon; Electronic transport
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