Shockley Diode

A Shockley diode is a type of semiconductor device with four layers, called a four-layer diode or transistor switch. Unlike standard diodes, which allow current in one direction, Shockley diodes can switch between different states based on voltage, acting like a fast switch or oscillator. They are used in high-speed switching and pulse generation circuits. Essentially, they are specialized components that control electrical signals efficiently, often employed in digital and pulse applications.