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Optical recording media

US5271978A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 31, 1992
Grant dateDec 21, 1993
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31678
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Optical recording films made from alloys of antimony-tin and a third element exhibit improved properties when formed in an atmosphere containing oxygen. The amount of oxygen in the sputtering environment is controlled. Improvements include higher amorphous to crystalline transition temperature, improved carrier to noise ratio (CNR) and greater stability of the recorded film.

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