"Revolutionizing Semiconductors: Polaritons Pave the Way"
Researchers at Purdue University are exploring the use of hybrid quasiparticles called "polaritons" to improve heat transfer in nanoscale semiconductors. While thermal energy is typically transferred through quantum particles called phonons, they are not efficient enough at the nanoscale. Polaritons, which are a combination of photons and phonons, offer a new approach to heat transfer. The researchers have found that polaritons become significant in heat transfer on surfaces thinner than 10 nanometers, making them particularly relevant for shrinking semiconductors. The study highlights the potential for incorporating polariton-based heat transfer principles into the design of future chips.
