Abstract: A dual gate power switch comprised of a vertical arrangement of a normally off SIT (static induction transistor) in series with a normally on SIT in a monolithic semiconductor structure. The structure includes a first pillar having at the base thereof laterally extending shoulder portions having sections of a first gate for controlling the normally off SIT. The structure includes a second pillar, of a width greater than the first pillar and which also has laterally extending shoulder portions having sections of a second gate for controlling the normally on SIT. Contacts are provided for SIT operation.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 16, 2006
Date of Patent:
May 19, 2009
Assignee:
Northrop Grumman Corp
Inventors:
Eric J. Stewart, Stephen Van Campen, Rowland C. Clarke