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Inspection methods for defects in electrophoretic display and related devices

US7982479B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 4, 2007
Grant dateJul 19, 2011
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09G3/344
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates to methods for inspection of defects in an electrophoretic display and related devices. The method may be carried out with one or more testing electrodes. The method comprises applying a voltage difference to two testing electrodes which are in contact with the display panel, or applying a voltage difference to a testing electrode and a electrode layer. The methods may be applied in in-line or off-line inspection of a display panel.

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