Spin-Orbit Coupling Effects in Two-Dimensional Electron and Hole Systems

By Roland Winkler

Book Overview

Spin-orbit coupling makes the spin degree of freedom respond to its orbital environment. In solids this yields such intriguing phenomena as a spin splitting of electron states in inversion-asymmetric systems even at zero magnetic field and a Zeeman splitting that is significantly enhanced in magnitude over that for free electrons. This book describes spin-orbit coupling effects in quasi-two-dimensional electron and hole systems. The first part provides a general introduction to the electronic structure of quasi-two-dimensional systems with a particular focus on group-theoretical methods. The main part of the monograph is devoted to spin-orbit coupling phenomena at zero and nonzero magnetic fields. Throughout the book, the main focus is on a thorough discussion of the physical ideas and a detailed interpretation of the results. Accurate numerical calculations are complemented by simple and transparent analytical models that capture the important physics.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3540011870
• ISBN13: 9783540011873
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"