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Single and few-layer graphene based photodetecting devices

US8053782B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 24, 2009
Grant dateNov 8, 2011
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Expiry dateDec 5, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P70/50

Abstract

A photodetector which uses single or multi-layer graphene as the photon detecting layer is disclosed. Multiple embodiments are disclosed with different configurations of electrodes. In addition, a photodetector array comprising multiple photodetecting elements is disclosed for applications such as imaging and monitoring.

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