Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetector Market: Introduction
- Metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector is a device that consists of two Schottky contacts, in the arrangement of two metallic electrodes on a semiconductor material, in contrast to a p–n junction as in a photodiode. It is a kind of Schottky barrier detector with two Schottky junctions.
- This robust component is fabricated using a three-step process. First, alignment marks are patterned using photolithography; the second step is nanoscale metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors are fabricated using a custom-built electron beam lithography system. Finally, the process is finished by creating a final metal contact to facilitate testing again using photolithography.
- In the past, the transit-time-limited metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector generally was much moderate in speed than the recombination-time-limited metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors, as it was difficult to make the finger spacing small
- In the recombination-time-limited metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors, shorter recombination time was achieved and therefore the output was higher speed through introduction high-density recombination centers into semiconductor that lowered sensitivity and made fabrication less compatible with FET IC fabrication
- The metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector is likely to be widely used in several future optoelectronic systems such as optical fiber communication, high-speed chip-to-chip connection, and high-speed sampling
- These applications of the metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector is expected to contribute to market growth.
Rise in Adoption from IT & Telecommunication Industry
- Based on the end-use industry, the global metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector market can be segmented aerospace & defense, automotive & transportation, healthcare, electronics & semiconductors, consumer electronics, IT & telecommunication, and others (manufacturing, energy, power, etc.)
- The IT & telecommunication segment is expected to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to the increasing use of metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector in optical fiber communication, sensing, missile guidance, etc., due to its inherent merits of high speed, high sensitivity, and easy integration
- These factors are projected to further propel the demand for metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector in the near future
North America to Lead Global Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetector Market
- In terms of region, the global metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector market can be divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America
- North America is expected to hold the largest share of the metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector market during the forecast period due to increasing demand from semiconductors, aerospace & defense and IT& telecommunication industries
- Metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors are widely utilized in fiber optics communication, ultrafast photo electronic devices, and astrophysics data system (ADS)
- Rising industrialization and urbanization, the proliferation of the precision measurement, running investment in aerospace & defense equipment, and the rapid development of information technology and its seamless integration within manufacturing processes are other factors propelling the metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors market in North America
- The metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector market in Asia Pacific and Europe is expected to expand at a significant pace during the forecast period due to rising demand for metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector from diverse industries such as automotive, healthcare, and electronics & semiconductors. Moreover, the growth is anticipated to be driven by leading countries such as India, China, Japan, Germany, U.K., Spain, Italy, France, and South Korea.
- The metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector market in Middle East & Africa and South America is anticipated to grow at a steady pace during the forecast period due to dispute among Syria and Yemen, low economic diversification, below par education systems and infrastructure, complex political and governance scenarios and high barriers to the economic and social wellbeing of important sections of society in these regions
Key Players Operating in Global Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetector Market
Prominent players operating in the global metal-semiconductor-metal photodetector market are focused in developing technologically advanced products to cater to the emerging demand for metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors. Furthermore, several manufacturers are focusing on research and development and system designers to strengthen their product offerings and expand their geographic reach. Leading players such as Hamamatsu Photonics are taking efforts in manufacturing of metal-semiconductor-metal photodetectors with their own patents.
Global Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetector Market: Research Scope
Global Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetector Market, by End-use Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- Automotive & Transportation
- Healthcare
- Electronics & Semiconductors
- Consumer Electronics
- IT & Telecommunication
- Others (Manufacturing, Energy, Power, etc.)
Global Metal-Semiconductor-Metal Photodetector Market, by Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Rest of North America
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- U.K.
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- ASEAN
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- GCC
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
