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Semiconductor suitable for use in photoanode

US11605746B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 9, 2020
Grant dateMar 14, 2023
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC04B2235/3298
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composition of matter includes an n-type semiconductor. At least a portion of the semiconductor has the crystal structure of the chemical compound represented by FeWO4. The portion of the semiconductor having the crystal structure of FeWO4 includes iron and tungsten. A photoanode can have a light-absorbing layer that includes or consists of the semiconductor. A solar fuels generator can include the photoanode.

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