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Phosphors containing boron and metals of Group IIIA and IIIB

US7128849B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 31, 2003
Grant dateOct 31, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 15, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K11/7797
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A phosphor comprises: (a) at least a first metal selected from the group consisting of yttrium and elements of lanthanide series other than europium; (b) at least a second metal selected from the group consisting of aluminum, gallium, indium, and scandium; (c) boron; and (d) europium. The phosphor is used in light source that comprises a UV radiation source to convert UV radiation to visible light.

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