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Electron source regeneration method

US11315748B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 27, 2018
Grant dateApr 26, 2022
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J2237/0635
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a method of regenerating an electron source, the electron source including at least one emission site fixed on a needle tip, and the emission site including a reaction product formed by metal atoms and gas molecules. The method includes regenerating the electron source in situ if an emission capability of the electron source satisfies a regeneration condition.

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