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Transparent conductive oxide coating for thin film photovoltaic applications and methods of making the same

US9181124B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 3, 2008
Grant dateNov 10, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 11, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/50
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides transparent conductive oxide (TCO) thin films with improved optical and electrical properties and methods of making the same. More specifically, the invention provides on-line processes for producing TCO thin films that allow for improvements in optical properties and post-production improvements in electrical properties of the TCO.

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