18565056. FILM-ATTACHED MEMBER simplified abstract (KYOCERA CORPORATION)
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FILM-ATTACHED MEMBER
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Inventor(s)
Katsuya Nakamoto of Koka-shi, Shiga (JP)
Kazuhiro Ishikawa of Gamo-gun, Shiga (JP)
FILM-ATTACHED MEMBER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18565056 titled 'FILM-ATTACHED MEMBER
The abstract describes a film-attached member made of ceramic or quartz with a film of a rare earth element compound, providing hydrophilicity to the base member's surface and water repellency to the film's surface.
- The film-attached member consists of a base member made of ceramic or quartz.
- A film of an oxide, fluoride, acid fluoride, or nitride of a rare earth element is applied to at least a portion of one surface of the base member.
- The exposed portion of the base member's surface becomes hydrophilic, while the film's surface exhibits water repellency.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in the manufacturing of self-cleaning surfaces for various applications. - It may find applications in the development of anti-fogging coatings for optical devices. - The film-attached member could be utilized in the production of water-repellent and easy-to-clean surfaces for consumer products.
Problems Solved: - Addresses the need for surfaces with both hydrophilic and water-repellent properties. - Provides a solution for creating self-cleaning and anti-fogging surfaces. - Offers a way to enhance the durability and functionality of various materials.
Benefits: - Improved surface properties for enhanced functionality. - Reduction in maintenance and cleaning efforts for treated surfaces. - Potential for increased product lifespan and performance.
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Surface Coatings for Enhanced Functionality This technology could be commercialized in industries such as consumer goods, optics, and automotive for the development of advanced surface coatings with unique properties.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the rare earth element compound contribute to the hydrophilicity and water repellency of the film-attached member? 2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using self-cleaning surfaces in various applications?
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Original Abstract Submitted
A film-attached member according to the present disclosure includes a base member made of a ceramic, and a film of an oxide, a fluoride, an acid fluoride, or a nitride of a rare earth element on at least a portion of one surface of the base member. An exposed portion of the surface of the base member has hydrophilicity, and a surface of the film has water repellency. Another film-attached member according to the present disclosure includes a base member made of quartz, and a film of an oxide, a fluoride, an acid fluoride, or a nitride of a rare earth element on at least a portion of one surface of the base member. An exposed portion of the surface of the base member has hydrophilicity, and a surface of the film has water repellency.
