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Graphite encapsulated nanophase particles produced by a tungsten arc method

US5472749A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 1994
Grant dateDec 5, 1995
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Expiry dateOct 27, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/901
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of synthesizing encapsulated nanocrystals inside protective shells is disclosed. This method produces nanocrystals of metals, alloys, and compounds which are individually encapsulated by protective graphite shells which completely separate the nanocrystals from the environment. A separation method is also disclosed which eliminates most of all other debris except the encapsulated nanocrystals from the preparation product.

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