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Apparatus and method for the production of ingots

US9315917B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 30, 2012
Grant dateApr 19, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T117/1068
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Apparatus and method for a crucible-less production of silicon ingots, wherein a support with a seed layer and a liquid layer is gradually lowered in a temperature field with a vertical gradient to solidify the liquid layer in a controlled way.

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