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Stacking of GaN or GaInN quantum dots on a silicon substrate, their preparation procedure electroluminescent device and lighting device comprising these stackings

US6445009B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 8, 2000
Grant dateSep 3, 2002
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Expiry dateAug 8, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S438/962
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A device includes a silicon substrate provided with a coating including at least one stacking constituted by a plane of GaN or GaInN quantum dots emitting visible light at room temperature in a respective layer of AIN or GaN. The method of making the device is also disclosed. The device can be incorporated in electroluminescent devices and exchange devices, emitting white light in particular.

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