APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Electrochromic windows Photovoltaics Touchscreens Data storage devices Coatings for automotive and aerospace industries Other applications where dense metal and metal compound films are needed ADVANTAGES: Delivers macroparticle-free films High deposition rate Broadens range of applications for arc-deposited films … [Read more...] about Island Vane Macroparticle Filter for Cathodic Arc Plasma Deposition IB- 2013-071
Physical Sciences
Neutron Detection Technique Using Layered Semiconductors IB-2424
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Radiation detection Defense, homeland security, energy, and space exploration ADVANTAGES: High efficiency Portability Room temperature operation Can use a variety of composite materials Easily adapted to established semiconductor manufacturing techniques ABSTRACT: Dale L. Perry and Samuel Mao of Berkeley Lab have developed … [Read more...] about Neutron Detection Technique Using Layered Semiconductors IB-2424
Improvements to High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering IB-2473
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Semiconductors, superconductors Flat panel displays for computers, cell phones, PDAs Tools and automotive parts Medical implants Solar energy devices ADVANTAGES: Improves the quality of films Produces coatings more efficiently Increases film density, conductivity, durability, and indices of refraction Enables control of film … [Read more...] about Improvements to High Power Impulse Magnetron Sputtering IB-2473
Synthesis of High Quality Graphene IB-2831
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Production of device-sized (micrometer-scale) graphene ADVANTAGES: No hazardous materials required Ease of synthesis Improved homogeneity of graphene compared with conventional synthesis methods ABSTRACT: Researchers at Berkeley Lab have developed a technology for synthesizing high quality, micrometer scale graphene layers on … [Read more...] about Synthesis of High Quality Graphene IB-2831
Easily Assembled Porous Thin Films IB-2803
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Protective coatings Barriers against liquid and gaseous contaminants or pathogens Filtration systems Controlled release device for small molecules Scaffolds for sensing devices Gas separation ADVANTAGES: Simple assembly; can be prepared on any substrate Applicable over macroscopic length scales Solution … [Read more...] about Easily Assembled Porous Thin Films IB-2803