ABSTRACT: A method of making a highly sensitive epitaxial germanium low temperature sensor that is superior in the method of production and performance than those currently available. The geometry and sensitivity of the sensor can be tuned to desired temperature ranges, and specifically can operate at cryogenic temperatures. The sensor can be manufactured uniformly and … [Read more...] about Epitaxial Germanium Temperature Sensor IB-1561A
Semiconductor and Other Manufacturing
Cost-Effective Identification of Novel, Semiconductor Detector Materials IB-2199
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Identifying new semiconductor detector materials used to fabricate Nuclear detectors for X-ray and gamma-ray spectrometers Portable detectors for identifying radioactive isotopes The advancement of physics, homeland security, and nuclear non-proliferation ADVANTAGES: Provides more accurate screening of materials than … [Read more...] about Cost-Effective Identification of Novel, Semiconductor Detector Materials IB-2199
Stable and Highly Conductive Transparent Semiconductors IB-2957
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Transparent thin film transistors (TFTs) Photovoltaics Resistive oxide memory Photocatalysis and catalysis Chemical sensors ADVANTAGES: Transparent Stable in an electric field High electron mobility ABSTRACT: Scientists at Berkeley Lab have developed a method for inserting halogens into transition metal oxides (TMOs) to … [Read more...] about Stable and Highly Conductive Transparent Semiconductors IB-2957
Lithographic Dry Development Using Optical Absorption IB-2816
APPLICATION OF TECHNOLOGY: Lithographic development of photo resist materials ABSTRACT: A novel approach to dry development of exposed photo resist is described in which a photo resist layer is exposed to a visible light source in order to remove the resist in the areas of exposure. The class of compounds used as the resist material, under the influence of the light … [Read more...] about Lithographic Dry Development Using Optical Absorption IB-2816
Nanometer-Scale Ablation Using Focused, Coherent Extreme Ultraviolet / Soft X-ray Light JIB-3179
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Fabricates Stencils serving as masks for photolithography Nanoscale micro-electronics mechanical systems (MEMS) Patterned surfaces for applications in materials science and biology ADVANTAGES: Generates holes having diameters less than 200 nm and clean walls Permits analysis of nanometer-sized portions of … [Read more...] about Nanometer-Scale Ablation Using Focused, Coherent Extreme Ultraviolet / Soft X-ray Light JIB-3179