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Substrate and target plate

US9176030B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 20, 2009
Grant dateNov 3, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24479
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A substrate is provided, which comprises a structured surface including a regular pattern of a plurality of elevated structures that are elevated with respect to a nominal surface of the substrate, wherein at least two dimensions are between 1 nm and 100 μm, the structured surface being configured to stimulate smooth crystallization of microcrystals or to boost hydrophobic properties. A target plate comprising a plurality of substrates is disclosed as well.

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