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Particle encapsulated nanoswitch

US8759811B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2006
Grant dateJun 24, 2014
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Expiry dateAug 16, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H1/0094
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The disclosed system, device and method for molecular-scale electronic switching generally includes a carbon nanotube, an anode, a cathode and two conductive particles encapsulated within the carbon nanotube, wherein the particles are configured to move between high resistance and low resistance states. Disclosed features and specifications may be variously controlled, adapted or otherwise optionally modified to realize improved switching function.

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