18059075. SEMICONDUCTOR NANOCRYSTAL PARTICLES AND DEVICES INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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SEMICONDUCTOR NANOCRYSTAL PARTICLES AND DEVICES INCLUDING THE SAME
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Inventor(s)
Hyo Sook Jang of Suwon-si (KR)
Shin Ae Jun of Seongnam-si (KR)
Taekhoon Kim of Hwaseong-si (KR)
SEMICONDUCTOR NANOCRYSTAL PARTICLES AND DEVICES INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18059075 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR NANOCRYSTAL PARTICLES AND DEVICES INCLUDING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a semiconductor nanocrystal particle that consists of a core made of one semiconductor material and a shell made of a different semiconductor material. The shell does not contain cadmium and has multiple branches connected by valley portions.
- The semiconductor nanocrystal particle has a core made of one semiconductor material and a shell made of a different semiconductor material.
- The shell of the particle is cadmium-free.
- The shell has at least two branches and these branches are connected by valley portions.
- The first semiconductor material in the core is different from the second semiconductor material in the shell.
Potential Applications:
- Optoelectronics: The semiconductor nanocrystal particle can be used in optoelectronic devices such as LEDs, solar cells, and photodetectors.
- Biomedical Imaging: The particle's unique structure and properties can be utilized for biomedical imaging applications, including fluorescence imaging and bioimaging.
- Sensing: The nanocrystal particle can be employed in sensors for detecting various substances or environmental conditions.
Problems Solved:
- Cadmium-Free Alternative: The shell of the particle is free of cadmium, which is a toxic element commonly used in semiconductor materials. This provides a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative.
- Enhanced Properties: The multiple branches and valley portions in the shell structure can enhance the particle's optical and electronic properties, leading to improved performance in various applications.
Benefits:
- Safety: The absence of cadmium in the shell eliminates the potential health and environmental risks associated with its use.
- Improved Performance: The unique structure of the particle allows for enhanced optical and electronic properties, resulting in better performance in optoelectronic and sensing applications.
- Versatility: The semiconductor nanocrystal particle can be utilized in a wide range of applications, including optoelectronics, biomedical imaging, and sensing, due to its unique properties and composition.
Original Abstract Submitted
A semiconductor nanocrystal particle including: a core including a first semiconductor material; and a shell disposed on the core, wherein the shell includes a second semiconductor material, wherein the shell is free of cadmium, wherein the shell has at least two branches and at least one valley portion connecting the at least two branches, and wherein the first semiconductor material is different from the second semiconductor material.
