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Control layer for a nanoscale electronic switching device

US7741638B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 23, 2005
Grant dateJun 22, 2010
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Expiry dateMar 26, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10K10/50
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A control layer for use in a junction of a nanoscale electronic switching device is disclosed. The control layer includes a material that is chemically compatible with a connecting layer and at least one electrode in the nanoscale switching device. The control layer is adapted to control at least one of electrochemical reaction paths, electrophysical reaction paths, and combinations thereof during operation of the device.

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