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Physical modeling of fast p-i-n diodes with carrier lifetime zoning, Part II: parameter extraction

Authors :
Lu, Liqing
Bryant, Angus T.
Santi, Enrico
Palmer, Patrick R.
Hudgins, Jerry L.
Source :
IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics. Jan, 2008, Vol. 23 Issue 1, p198, 8 p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

In this paper, a parameter extraction procedure for high-voltage diodes with local lifetime control is proposed. It is designed for use with the physics-based diode model described in Part I, which is capable of simulating diodes with local lifetime control. The parameter extraction procedure described requires a forward characteristic and a reverse recovery measurement. The parameter extraction procedure is illustrated using finite-element simulations. The physics-based model using the parameters extracted is then compared with experimental results. Index Terms--Lifetime control, physics-based model, p-i-n diode model, power semiconductor modeling, variable lifetime.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08858993
Volume :
23
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.174282883