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Structure having spatially separated photo-excitable electron-hole pairs and method of manufacturing same

US6534782B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 22, 2000
Grant dateMar 18, 2003
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Expiry dateNov 22, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/895
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for producing quantum dots. The method includes cleaning an oxide substrate and separately cleaning a metal source. The substrate is then heated and exposed to the source in an oxygen environment. This causes metal oxide quantum dots to form on the surface of the substrate.

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