Why is Leakage Current Important in Nanotechnology?
As devices shrink to the nanoscale, the insulating layers become thinner, making leakage current a critical issue. This leakage not only causes power dissipation but can also affect the reliability and performance of nanoscale circuits and devices. In nanoelectronics, for instance, leakage current can lead to errors in logic operations, data corruption, and reduced battery life in portable devices.