Further studies on the semiconductivity and pyroelectricity of poled and Cd-doped mercury telluride thin films for electronics and engineering

Abstract

The crystalline structure, electrical conductivity, and pyroelectricity of freshly prepared Hg_0.7Cd_0.30Te thin films have been investigated in detail. It was found that these properties hold good with one another. The roles of Hg migration, non-stoichiometry and degree of crystallinity are clearly indicated. Finally, the optimum conditions were evaluated and recommended for mercury telluride thin films for application in electronic industries and engineering.