Potential drops across quantum Hall effect samples - In the bulk or near the edges?

被引:32
作者
Dietsche, W
vonKlitzing, K
Ploog, K
机构
[1] Paul-Drude-Inst. F., D-10117 Berlin
[2] Max-Planck-Inst. Festkorperforschung, D70506 Stuttgart
关键词
Hall effect; laser methods; quantum wells;
D O I
10.1016/0039-6028(96)00405-0
中图分类号
O64 [物理化学(理论化学)、化学物理学];
学科分类号
070304 ; 081704 ;
摘要
The electrostatic potential distribution in two-dimensional electron gases has been imaged using the electro-optic effect. A potential drop over a length of about 100 mu m has been found. This edge potential drop runs along one sample edge only if either the source or the drain contact are at substrate potential.
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页码:289 / 292
页数:4
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