Which of the following is NOT a contribution of Herbert Kroemer?
Discovery of Topological Insulators
Theoretical Work on Black Holes
Advancements in LED Technology
Heterojunction Bipolar Transistors
Answer
The answer is Heterojunction Bipolar Transistors (HBTs). HBTs are not credited to Herbert Kroemer's contributions. Kroemer's notable contributions include the development of the double-heterostructure laser, which revolutionized the field of optoelectronics, and his groundbreaking work on heterojunctions and high-speed transistors. These innovations paved the way for significant advancements in the semiconductor industry and electronic devices.
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In what country was Herbert Kroemer born?
At what age did Kroemer first become interested in physics?
Kroemer's work is particularly used in what type of electronics?
Which device's development was influenced by Kroemer's research?
Besides physics, what other department was Kroemer associated with at UCSB?
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