3D Nanoelectronic Computer Architecture and Implementation

D. Crawley, K. Nikolic, M. Forshaw0750310030, 9780750310031

It is becoming increasingly clear that the two-dimensional layout of devices on computer chips is starting to hinder the development of high-performance computer systems. Three-dimensional structures will be needed to provide the performance required to implement computationally intensive tasks. 3-D Nanoelectronic Computer Architecture and Implementation reviews the state of the art in nanoelectronic device design and fabrication and discusses the architectural aspects of 3-D designs, including the possible use of molecular wiring and carbon nanotube interconnections. This is a valuable reference for those involved in the design and development of nanoelectronic devices and technology.