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Flexible substrates having a thin-film barrier

US8115326B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2007
Grant dateFeb 14, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/265
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and apparatus provide for: applying an inorganic barrier layer to at least a portion of a flexible substrate, the barrier layer being formed from a low liquidus temperature (LLT) material; and sintering the inorganic barrier layer while maintaining the flexible substrate below a critical temperature.

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