Coherent branched flow in a two-dimensional electron gas.

Publication information:

Topinka et al. Coherent branched flow in a two-dimensional electron gas. Nature 410, 183 (2001).

Abstract

Presents a study to observe electron flow through a narrow constriction in a semiconductor nanostructure. Methods; Results; Conclusion that a branching of current flux is due to focusing of the electron paths by ripples in the background potential.