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=3D-TAPERED NANOCAVITIES WITH ON-CHIP OPTICAL AND MOLECULAR CONCENTRATION FOR SINGLE MOLECULE DIAGNOSTICS=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:samsung electronics co., ltd.|samsung electronics co., ltd.]]


[[Category:samsung electronics co., ltd.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Shailabh Kumar of Pasadena CA (US)|Shailabh Kumar of Pasadena CA (US)]][[Category:Shailabh Kumar of Pasadena CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Haeri Park Hanania of San Gabriel CA (US)|Haeri Park Hanania of San Gabriel CA (US)]][[Category:Haeri Park Hanania of San Gabriel CA (US)]]

[[:Category:Radwanul Hasan Siddique of Monrovia CA (US)|Radwanul Hasan Siddique of Monrovia CA (US)]][[Category:Radwanul Hasan Siddique of Monrovia CA (US)]]

==3D-TAPERED NANOCAVITIES WITH ON-CHIP OPTICAL AND MOLECULAR CONCENTRATION FOR SINGLE MOLECULE DIAGNOSTICS - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240131515 titled '3D-TAPERED NANOCAVITIES WITH ON-CHIP OPTICAL AND MOLECULAR CONCENTRATION FOR SINGLE MOLECULE DIAGNOSTICS

==Simplified Explanation==

The abstract describes a plasmonic device with a support layer, insulating layer, and plasmonic layer that define a cavity with a 3D tapered structure to concentrate an electromagnetic field at the tip of the cavity for passing through target molecules on the plasmonic layer.

* The plasmonic device includes a support layer, insulating layer, and plasmonic layer.
* The cavity of the device has a 3D tapered structure to concentrate an electromagnetic field at the tip.
* The opening at the tip of the cavity allows for passing through target molecules on the plasmonic layer.

== Potential Applications ==
This technology could be used in:
* Sensing applications
* Biomedical devices
* Chemical analysis tools

== Problems Solved ==
This technology helps in:
* Enhancing sensitivity in detecting target molecules
* Improving efficiency in analyzing solutions
* Enabling precise manipulation of electromagnetic fields

== Benefits ==
The benefits of this technology include:
* Increased accuracy in molecular detection
* Enhanced performance in chemical analysis
* Improved control over electromagnetic field concentration

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
A potential commercial application for this technology could be in:
* Biomedical research equipment
* Environmental monitoring devices
* Quality control instruments

== Possible Prior Art ==
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
* Plasmonic devices with similar cavity structures for concentrating electromagnetic fields.

=== Unanswered Questions ===

=== How does this technology compare to existing plasmonic devices in terms of sensitivity and efficiency? ===
This article does not provide a direct comparison with existing plasmonic devices in terms of sensitivity and efficiency. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the specific advantages of this technology over others.

=== What are the potential limitations or challenges in implementing this technology on a larger scale for commercial use? ===
This article does not address the potential limitations or challenges in implementing this technology on a larger scale for commercial use. Factors such as cost, scalability, and manufacturing processes may need to be considered in future development and deployment.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

a plasmonic device including a support layer extending along a first direction and a second direction, an insulating layer on the support layer, and a plasmonic layer on the insulating layer and defining a cavity extending along the first direction, the cavity having a three-dimensionally (3d) tapered structure and being configured to propagate an electromagnetic field along the first direction and to concentrate the electromagnetic field at a tip of the cavity, wherein the support layer, the insulating layer, and the plasmonic layer define an opening therein, the opening being at the tip of the cavity and being configured to pass-through target molecules of a solution present on the plasmonic layer.



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