Capsule for high pressure, high temperature processing of materials and methods of use
US10029955B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 24, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P20/54
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An improved capsule and method of use for processing materials or growing crystals in supercritical fluids is disclosed. The capsule is scalable up to very large volumes and provides for cost-effective processing. In conjunction with suitable high pressure apparatus, the capsule is capable of processing materials at pressures and temperatures of up to approximately 8 GPa and 1500° C., respectively.
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