SAIP2013

Spin-dependent electronic properties of random layered semiconductor systems

9 Jul 2013, 17:40

1h

Poster Presentation Track A - Division for Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Poster1

Speaker

Mr Kagiso Mpshe (unisa)

Apply to be<br> considered for a student <br> &nbsp; award (Yes / No)?

Yes

Level for award<br>&nbsp;(Hons, MSc, <br> &nbsp; PhD)?

MSc

Would you like to <br> submit a short paper <br> for the Conference <br> Proceedings (Yes / No)?

Yes

Abstract content <br> &nbsp; (Max 300 words)

Abstract: The electronic properties of random superlattices and quantum wells of lattice-matched III-V semiconductors are investigated by employing the extended empirical pseudopotential method. The model includes the important spin-orbit coupling terms in the single electron Hamiltonian. The numerical calculations are, in this case, facilitated by a highly optimises python-Fortran code, following a large basis approach. The effect of the lack of periodicity in these systems, on their electronic properties, is simulated and one possible application of the simulation results is proposed.