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Polarizer, method of manufacturing the polarizer, apparatus for manufacturing the polarizer, and display apparatus having the polarizer

US7611759B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 11, 2005
Grant dateNov 3, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 12, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K2323/031
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides a polarizer that includes a supporting member and a liquid crystal polarizing layer that is coated on the supporting member. The liquid crystal polarizing layer includes liquid crystal molecules that are arranged in a predetermined direction and polarizing molecules that are combined with the liquid crystal molecules in order to absorb light oscillating in predetermined direction. The resulting polarizer is thin and highly effective.

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