Nitrides take off: are they ready? Part I

AbstractThe bright lights illuminating our world in a myriad of ways will increasingly be made of Group III nitride materials. Government and industry resources are rapidly being channelled into this upstart among a growing variety of “blue light” entries. As the giant opto manufacturers ramp-up into serious production mode, and the electronic device work starts looking progressively more production-worthy… and with GaN bulk growers emerging on the scene, perhaps it's time for a reality check