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Metal protective layer for electron emitters with a diffusion barrier

US10714294B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 22, 2019
Grant dateJul 14, 2020
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J2237/06341
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An emitter with a diameter of 100 nm or less is used with a protective cap layer and a diffusion barrier between the emitter and the protective cap layer. The protective cap layer is disposed on the exterior surface of the emitter. The protective cap layer includes molybdenum or iridium. The emitter can generate an electron beam. The emitter can be pulsed.

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