Divergence of Electron and Lattice Temperatures in Nanometer Scale Contacts and Structures
Abstract
This report covers (1) length scales, (2) thermal effects in metallic nanowires, and (3) heating in metallic point contacts. It concludes with the following points: (1) high current densities in nanowires, (2) wires/contacts approximately several nm in size stable at high current densities, (3) for STM point contacts light emission is consistent with high electron temperature, (4) divergence of electron and lattice temperature.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 30, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA402487
Entities
People
- Mark E. Welland
Organizations
- University of Cambridge