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Modeling and simulation of semiconductor materials, devices, and circuits have been the driving force for the development of semiconductor technology and have contributed significantly to a comprehensive understanding of their operation. Moreover, it is estimated that Technology Computer Aided Design (TCAD) can reduce the cost of the technology, circuits, and system development, hence reducing time-to-market. The ever-increasing demand for more advanced technologies is driving the shrinking of critical dimensions of integrated circuit (IC) devices. Recent investigations in microelectronics have concentrated on further enhancing device performance while addressing the challenges associated with continuous scaling. Analysis using state-of the- art device modeling has helped the process of miniaturization of MOSFETs through recent decades in characterizing their parameters and predicting their behavior in material, device, and system level. Moreover, modeling and simulation provide a deeper understanding of the critical issues surrounding device scaling and its impact on circuit system level, including functionality and reliability of its operation. Chapter 1: The isolation of graphene has marked a bold turn in materials science away from 2D materials. The distinguishing feature is a crystalline structure that can be one or two atomic layers thick, with 2D materials, including extraordinary mechanical, electrical, and optical properties, whose values differ substantially from those of their bulk counterparts. This particular profile opens up an avenue of very transformative possibilities regarding 2D materials in the area of microelectronic, optoelectronic, and nanotechnological fields. The intrinsic properties of 2D materials hold layered configurations, which are held together by weak van der Waals forces. Therefore, exfoliation into monolayers is made easy; one can stack various kinds of 2D materials to form heterostructures, thereby giving the material adaptive properties that can be tailored for targeted applications. Chapter 2: Microelectronics is a broad area that includes electronics, mechanical engineering, computer science, and control engineering. The recent technological developments in microelectronic systems have made human living more orderly and pleasant. Microelectronic devices are used in various sectors and are very much needed to improve their capabilities, accuracy, and efficiency. However, the fast growth in every sector is causing environmental problems. Deforestation, poor waste management, and air, land, and water pollution increase severe risks to human health and well-being. The microelectronics field provides better solutions to these challenges by spanning industrial safety, automotive technology, air quality monitoring, early disease diagnosis, and many others. Economic growth and technological advancement are required simultaneously for societal benefits. Balancing these requirements with sustainable practices may mitigate environmental impacts. Society can foster creativity and improve the planet for future generations with the range of technologies available in microelectronics. Chapter 3: The continued scaling of semiconductor devices to smaller dimensions has posed significant challenges for traditional planar MOSFETs, including short-channel effects, power dissipation, and leakage currents. To overcome these limitations, various advanced transistor architectures have emerged. FinFETs are widely adopted in sub-22-nm nodes due to their 3D fin structure, which improves electrostatic control, reduces leakage, and enhances drive current. This makes FinFETs ideal for both low-power systems and high-performance applications. Tunnel FETs (TFETs) use quantum tunneling to provide an alternate route to current conduction allowing for a subthreshold swing of less than 60 mV per decade. This feature makes TFETs particularly appealing for ultra-low-power applications, as they provide great energy efficiency. However, one major problem for TFETs is raising their on-state current, which is lower than that of traditional transistors, such as MOSFETs or FinFETs, restricting their use in high-performance applications. Despite this, the potential of TFETs for power-sensitive devices continues to drive research efforts aimed at improving their overall performance and scalability. Nanowire FETs (NW-FETs) utilize a cylindrical, multi-gate design that completely surrounds the channel offering excellent electrostatic control and scalability for future technology nodes. Similarly, nanosheet FETs provide a planar, multi-gate approach with stacked nanosheets enabling further scaling and enhanced performance. Chapter 4: The exploration of novel devices utilizing carbon and graphene materials has catalyzed significant advancements in diverse fields, including electronics, energy storage, and nanotechnology. Two-dimensional carbon allotrope graphene is recognized for its exceptional mechanical strength, thermal stability, and electrical conductivity. These exceptional properties enable the development of high-performance devices such as transistors, sensors, and flexible electronics. The development of novel devices incorporating carbon and graphene materials has emerged as a transformative area in modern electronics, energy storage, and nanotechnology. Carbon-based materials, particularly graphene, are celebrated for their exceptional electrical conductivity, mechanical strength, and thermal properties, which make them suitable for a variety of innovative applications. Due to its special electrical characteristics, graphene, a single sheet of carbon atoms organized in a two-dimensional honeycomb lattice, can be used to create flexible electronic components, high-performance transistors, and sensors. Multifunctional devices with improved performance have emerged as a result of recent developments in the production and integration of graphene with other materials. Chapter 5: The insatiable quest for smaller and more powerful electronic devices has pushed the boundaries of silicon-based technology to their limits, as further advancements in silicon technology does not guarantee better performance of the devices making it obsolete and forcing the researchers to look for an alternative material with promising characteristics. Carbon and graphene, with their exceptional properties, offer a reasonable path forward. This chapter explores recent advances in novel devices utilizing these materials. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene possess extraordinary mechanical and electrical properties positioning them as prime materials for high-performance transistors, sensors, and energy storage applications. CNTFETs and graphene-based transistors have demonstrated significant potential in various applications, from digital (inverters, NAND gate, processors) and analog circuits (operational amplifiers, filters, comparators, oscillators) to flexible electronics and quantum devices. Furthermore, carbon- and graphene-based materials offer unique advantages for biosensors capable of detecting proteins, cells, and viruses. Carbon-based solar cells improve efficiency and stability compared to traditional solar cells, and as for memristors, they are well suited in the construction of non-volatile memory and in neuromorphic computing. Graphene remains an excellent candidate for high-speed transistors and sensors due to its high electron mobility and lower resistivity. Additionally, its flexibility and transparency render it ideal for wearable electronic devices, including touch screens and displays. Also, it offers an excellent platform for creating advanced quantum devices. Chapter 6: In the fast-paced landscape of electronics and optoelectronics, III–V compound semiconductors are pioneering a new era in technology due to their remarkable electronic characteristics, including direct bandgap and high electron mobility. These qualities make III–V compounds ideal for high-speed devices and advanced photonic applications. This chapter presents the latest advancements in III–V compound semiconductors, detailing their unique physical and chemical properties alongside cutting-edge fabrication techniques. By leveraging these materials, researchers and engineers are achieving remarkable performance improvements in various electronic and optoelectronic devices. Notable examples include LEDs (light-emitting diodes), solar cells, and photodetectors. The chapter focuses on the distinct properties of III–V compounds that enable efficient charge transport and photon emission, which are both critical for next-generation applications. It also explores recent innovations in device fabrication and integration that have expanded the functional scope of these semiconductors across different platforms allowing for new capabilities and improved device efficiencies. Furthermore, the chapter outlines strategic approaches for optimizing device performance, discussing enhanced material designs, and tuning methods that address challenges such as thermal stability and device longevity. In closing, the chapter offers a forward-looking perspective on III–V materials highlighting opportunities for discovering new compounds, refining synthesis processes, and expanding application domains. It also addresses the pressing challenges in the field proposing future research directions to further unlock the potential of III–V compounds. This chapter aims to inspire continued innovation in this transformative field supporting the ongoing evolution of electronics and optoelectronics. Chapter 7: In this chapter, an analysis between the split-gate doping-free heterojunction tunnel-field-effect-transistor (SG-DG-HJ-TFET) and non-split-gate (NSG) configuration is discussed. The doping TFET belongs to the new-generation TFET structures because of its ability to handle RDFs and its lack of need for large thermal processes and expensive annealing techniques. This technology presents the potential to create ultralow-power, high-performance devices operating below the traditional Vth of MOSFET below the SS of 60 mV/decade. While it is possible to view TFETs as one of the most capable contenders to compete with MOSFETs, there are some issues, such as ION and ambipolar behavior, in which current flows in the opposite direction, that have received much attention. The outcome of the configurations, as well as the performance of both, is evaluated in terms of DC performance. The performance of the device is analyzed based on the drain current, electric field, surface potential, sub-threshold swing (SS), ION/IOFF ratio, and threshold voltage (Vth). Pseudo 3D architecture TFET is not temperature sensitive, and the results for both the abovementioned TFET architectures are reported in this work. This temperature dependency is useful for research on conventional or mainstream TFETs, which have applications in various areas such as sensors and low power. To conduct the suggested design, the Silvaco ATLAS technology is used to perform a two-dimensional design simulation. The details of the fabrication process of the proposed structure are explained in detail. Finally, the authors reveal the need for the evolution of other TFETs based on the large number of damages to low-voltage power units. Chapter 8: This chapter analyzes the design, manufacture, and performance of multi-gate silicon semiconductor devices, which have emerged as a possible alternative to address the limits of classic planar transistors in advanced microelectronics. As device dimensions drop and performance needs grow, multi-gate designs offer greater control over short-channel effects, increased drive currents, and lowered leakage currents. A complete analysis of multigate device operation, electrostatic control, and carrier mobility improvement is addressed, including material and process issues involved with their integration into existing CMOS technology. The function of silicon in a dielectric-modulated junctionless surrounding triple- hybrid metal (THM) gate SiNWFET-based uricase and biosensor was designed using 40-nm engineering (20-nm gate length) to study the effect of gate engineering optimization with various metal work functions on device performance. Device characteristics, such as cavity length, thickness, and different gate electrode work functions, are explored to optimize biosensing performance for uricase and biomolecules. Three types of gate engineering, denoted by Mɸ (4.86, 4.96, and 4.50 eV), Oɸ (4.96, 4.86, and 4.50 eV), and Qɸ (4.86, 4.50, and 4.96 eV), each having different metal work functions, have been incorporated as a gate electrode, including biomolecules coated within the nanocavity, to study their effect on the device. Extensive simulations were performed using ATLAS-TCAD simulator to verify and evaluate the analytical results showing excellent agreement with the simulated results. This study finds that a nanocavity covered with ChOX dielectric, tailored for an adjustable work function at “O,” demonstrates enhanced device performance and sensitivity. The study examines devices that improve gate electrode work function at “O” promising progress in ultra-large-scale integration (ULSI). With efficient and reliable performance, these devices can replace deep-submicron conventional MOSFETs in low-power applications. Chapter 9: The transition from MOSFETs to FinFETs marks a significant advancement in semiconductor technology, particularly in addressing the limitations of scaling. This chapter examines the role of material and structural engineering in the development of double-gate junction-underlap dual-gate FinFETs with 2D structures. Starting with an overview of traditional MOSFET and FET devices, it explores the evolution toward FinFETs and double-gate configurations highlighting their superior electrostatic control and reduced short-channel effects. The discussion focuses on the 2D structure and operation of double-gate FinFETs emphasizing how junction underlap designs contribute to improved device performance. Simulation studies are presented to demonstrate the advantages in terms of leakage current reduction, enhanced drive current, and threshold voltage stability. Finally, the chapter examines the broader applications of these devices in advanced semiconductor technology revealing the importance of structural and material optimizations in achieving high performance at nanometer-scale nodes. Chapter 10: The growing need for energy-efficient and sustainable technology has led to a notable surge in interest surrounding radio frequency (RF) energy-harvesting devices. These systems have the capability to capture and transform ambient radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic radiation into electrical energy. This is a potentially viable alternative for providing power to low-power electronic devices and Internet of Things (IoT) sensors. Gaining a comprehensive comprehension of the significance and prerequisites associated with the design of RF energy harvesting systems is vital to fully exploit their capabilities across diverse applications. Chapter 11: Modern digital circuits require power feasting as a prerequisite. To achieve Moore’s law’s predicted performance improvements, power savings, shorter propagation delays, and faster switching, the number of transistors will reportedly double every 2 years. The design of full adders, flip-flops, and subtractors with FinFET performance is the main topic of this work. For parameter execution in ADS, we create FinFETs with a 5-nm fin thickness and a 7-nm gate length in the submitted work. We also use FinFET technology to build digital circuits. The 4-bit ALU method performs four mathematical and logical processes and communicates using an adder model. The reduced threshold voltage of 0.2 V and the expected improvement in the off current in the nA range make it possible for it to operate at lower operating voltages. Chapter 12: The chapter presents a comprehensive overview of MEMS (microelectromechanical systems)-based sensors, addressing a critical gap in the existing literature. By delving into their key features, working principles, and diverse applications, we provide a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals. Our exploration encompasses many MEMS sensors, including pressure, accelerometers, gyroscopes, bolometers, magnetic, humidity, flow, optical, biosensors, and microphones. We emphasize the distinctive characteristics of MEMS sensors to provide a comprehensive overview of the MEMS landscape. Additionally, we address the previously unexplored role of MEMS in quantum technology. This chapter sheds light on the contributions of MEMS to the development of quantum sensors demonstrating their potential to revolutionize various fields such as quantum computing, communication, and sensing. We begin by tracing the origins of MEMS sensors to biological inspiration highlighting how the remarkable sensing capabilities of organisms like the “Touch-Me-Not” plant have influenced the development of these miniature devices. Chapter 13: MEMS-based sensors have become essential components in modern sensing technology due to their condensed size, minimal power utility, and high precision. The physical principles these sensors use, such as thermal, capacitive, piezoresistive, piezoelectric, and optical mechanisms, are used to categorize them. This chapter delves into the several types of MEMS sensors, including capacitive sensors that detect changes in capacitance as a result of mechanical displacement and thermal sensors that monitor temperature fluctuations. Explored are vibratory sensors for mechanical analysis, humidity sensors for environmental monitoring, and infrared sensors, which are commonly utilized for thermal imaging. In addition, sun sensors and pressure sensors, which are essential in industrial and automotive applications, are covered. This chapter discusses ionization gas sensors for monitoring hazardous gases, resonant mass sensors for accurate mass measurement in chemical and biological applications, and electric field sensors for detecting electromagnetic interference. Furthermore, the design and manufacturing processes of specialized sensors, such MEMS-based PT film temperature sensors, are examined, with an emphasis on the integration of sensing elements, material selection, and microfabrication methods including photolithography, etching, and deposition processes. Chapter 14: The rapid advancement of industry and the acceleration of urbanization have resulted in significant challenges associated with the release of harmful and potentially lethal gases, such as CO2, H2S, NH3, CO, NOx, and VOCs (toluene, benzene, xylene) posing serious risks to ecosystems and human health. These pollutants cause severe deterioration of our natural environment, damaging plant life, aquatic ecosystems, and even affecting climate patterns. Additionally, they pose severe health risks, particularly respiratory and cardiovascular illnesses, which threaten human populations exposed to high levels of contamination. Although various monitoring devices exist, they are often expensive and time consuming. Therefore, there is a pressing need for cost-effective, highly sensitive, and selective sensors that offer real-time monitoring of these air pollutants to safeguard both human life and the environment. Piezoelectric MEMS sensors are at the forefront of innovation in precision gas detection heralding a new era of high sensitivity and compact design that is set to transform various applications. These sensors leverage the unique attributes, including compact size and low power consumption, rendering them ideal for widespread deployment in diverse environments allowing for the sensitive detection of various gases. Chapter 15: Wearable gadgets have multiple uses in health maintenance addressing physiological conditions such as hypertension, cardiovascular illnesses, and muscle problems, as well as neurocognitive disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and psychological disorders. Various categories of wearables are employed for tattoo-based, skin-based, textile-based, and biofluidic wearables. Recently, wearables have demonstrated promising advancements as a drug delivery mechanism, hence augmenting their applicability in customized healthcare. These wearables present intrinsic obstacles that must be resolved prior to their commercialization as a comprehensive customized healthcare system. Wearable electrochemical sensors that monitor chemical markers non-invasively are a fast-growing digital health technology. Recent advances in wearable continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems have sparked interest in applying sensor technology to other important fields. Chapter 16: In the realm of neuroscience and biomedical engineering, the study of electroencephalography (EEG) signals holds immense significance. EEG signals, from the brain’s electrical activity, offer profound insights into neurological disorders, cognitive processes, and brain function. However, these signals are inherently weak, typically ranging from microvolts to millivolts, necessitating robust amplification techniques for accurate analysis and interpretation. Operational amplifiers (OPAMPs) stand as indispensable components in EEG signal amplification circuits offering high gain, low noise, and excellent precision. This paper aims to design a very low-noise biopotential amplifier. LNAs play a crucial role in enhancing the EEG signal quality enabling its effective utilization in several biomedical applications. A two-stage operational amplifier is the core component of EEG signal monitoring circuit. For every circuit in the current technology, enhancement of power efficiency and reduced noise are the critical specifications. Chapter 17: Memristors, first theorized by Leon Chua in 1971, represent a groundbreaking advancement in the field of electronics and have evolved into one of the most promising components of modern technology. Their potential to revolutionize fields, such as memory storage, neuromorphic computing, and artificial intelligence (AI), has captured significant attention in both academia and industry. This article offers a glimpse into the current state of memristor technology, from its theoretical origins to present-day applications, with a focus on its deployment in digital logic systems. Four categories of memristor-based digital logic systems are explored demonstrating how their in-memory computing paradigm can implement universally complete logic systems. Discussions include binary IMPLY and FALSE, binary MAGIC, ternary MAGIC, and multiple-switching binary decision trees. By leveraging the dynamic reconfigurability of memristor operating conditions, multiple logic functions can be performed within the same device while circumventing the need for traditional data transfer between memory and processing unit. Chapter 18: Neuromorphic computing is gaining popularity as standard von Neumann computers struggle to handle high-speed large data processing. Brain-inspired neuromorphic computing has benefits, including minimal power consumption, rapid speed, and precision. Neuromorphic computing, which draws inspiration from the structure and function of the human brain, has the potential to transcend the limits of standard von Neumann designs by allowing for energy-efficient, parallel, and adaptable processing. Artificial synapses are fundamental to these systems, as they play an important role in simulating synaptic plasticity and learning in real time. This study looks at the usage of nanowire-structured ferroelectric field-effect transistors (NW-FFETs) as artificial synapses to speed neuromorphic computing. Nanowires, with their high surface-area-to-volume ratio and scalability, provide dense integration and enhanced electrostatic control, while ferroelectric materials support multi-level synaptic states and non-volatile memory retention.