Multilayer semiconductor switching devices

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1979-11-15

1981-08-25

Clawson, Jr., Joseph E.

357 55, 357 86, H01L 29747

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ABSTRACT:
The specification discloses semiconductor switching devices having more than five layers of alternating semiconductor conductivity types and which do not utilize substantial lateral switching currents during the operation thereof. Ones of the exterior layers of the devices are heavily doped. In one embodiment of the invention, an asymmetrical regenerative semiconductor switch is disclosed which operates in the general manner of a silicon controlled rectifier but which includes two blocking junctions therein. In another embodiment of the invention, a semiconductor switching device having symmetrical switching operation is disclosed.

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