Characterization of Phase Change Materials on Silicon Nanostructure

Chalcogens are elements in group 16 of the periodic table, while chalcogenides are a combination of chalcogens elements that exhibit phase-change properties. Phase change chalcogenides (PCCs) are materials that undergo reversible phase changes between amorphous and crystalline states with the application or removal of heat. My research focuses on the characterization of the phase change chalcogenides (Tellurium-Te, Selenium-Se, Germanium-Ge, Antimony-Sb) deposited on nanostructure, exploring potential applications in optical data storage and non-volatile memory while ensuring advanced thermal heat management systems. Silicon nanostructure has unique transfer properties, and integrating PCMs enhances the thermal management of the PCM. The research goal is to understand the interactions between PCMs and silicon nanostructures to improve thermal heat dissipation and the life cycle of the phase change from amorphous to crystalline without destroying the fundamental atomic structure. Speaker(s): Chinonso Ezeobi Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/387169