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Electrochromic materials, devices and process of making

US6647166B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 9, 2001
Grant dateNov 11, 2003
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Expiry dateAug 6, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02F2202/34
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Thin films of transition metal compositions formed with magnesium that are metals, alloys, hydrides or mixtures of alloys, metals and/or hydrides exhibit reversible color changes on application of electric current or hydrogen. Thin films of these materials are suitable for optical switching elements, thin film displays, sun roofs, rear-view mirrors and architectural glass.

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