Electrostatically induced interconnect structures in graphene are an alluring alternative for nanoribbons to be used in future integrated circuits (ICs) because of the avoidance of edge scattering. In this contribution, these structures are analyzed using a novel first-principles modeling approach, based on higher-order conservative partitioned Runge-Kutta time stepping for the (2+1)D Dirac equation. The validity and applicability of the modeling tool are demonstrated by applying it to a bent interconnect and to a coupler.
Modeling of ac quantum transport through imperfect carbon nanotube interconnects by means of nonequilibrium Green’s functions
Because of their long mean free path and superior current-carrying capabilities, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are considered as an alternative for Cu in future interconnects. To