ORGANIC ELECTRONIC DEVICES

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide organic electronic devices for improving characteristics of OLED devices. SOLUTION: The device has an anode, a photoactive layer, and a cathode, and further, between the anode and the photoactive layer are positioned: a buffer layer; a first hole transport layer; and a second hole transport layer. COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT ...

Liquid replenishment system for a printing apparatus for depositing a liquid composition on a backplane including a dispensing vessel having a self-supporting secondary container

A liquid replenishment system includes a dispensing vessel for holding a supply of a liquid that has an outer can and corresponding lid conjoinable to the outer can in an air-tight manner. The dispensing vessel is improved by the provision of a separate self-supporting secondary inner container removably receivable within the outer can. The container is fabricated of a material that is non-reactive with a liquid composition containing an organic semiconductor material, such as a polytetrafluoroethylene material or stainless steel.

Organic electronic devices

There is provided an organic electronic device. The device has an anode, a photoactive layer, and a cathode, and further, between the anode and the photoactive layer are positioned: a buffer layer; a first hole transport layer; and a second hole transport layer.

Chrysenes for deep blue luminescent applications

This disclosure relates to chrysene compounds with deep blue emission that are useful in electroluminescent applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Hole transport polymers

There is provided a polymer made from at least one first monomer selected from A1 through A5: and at least one monomer selected from B1 through B6 or C1 through C6: where: R and Y are independently selected from the group consisting of H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR"2, R', R' is a crosslinkable group; R" is independently selected from the group consisting of H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, and R'; X can be the same or different at each occurrence and is a leaving group; Z is C, Si, or N; E is the same or different at each occurrence and is (ZR"n)b, O, S, Se, or Te; Q is the same or different at each occurrence and is (ZR"n)b; a is an integer from 0 to 5; b is an integer from 0 to 20; c is an integer from 0 to 4; q is an integer from 0 to 7; and n is an integer from 1 to 2; with the proviso that at least one of the monomers contains a crosslinkable group.

Metal compositions, thermal imaging donors and patterned multilayer compositions derived therefrom

Thermal imaging donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layer and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers. These include electromagnetic interference shields and touchpad sensors.

DISPENSING VESSEL HAVING A SELF-SUPPORTING SECONDARY CONTAINER FOR USE IN A PRINTING APPARATUS FOR DEPOSITING A LIQUID COMPOSITION ON A BACKPLANE

A dispensing vessel for holding a supply of a liquid includes an outer can and corresponding lid conjoinable to the outer can in an air-tight manner is improved by the provision of a separate self-supporting secondary inner container removably receivable within the outer can. The container is fabricated of a material that is non-reactive with a liquid composition containing an organic semiconductor material, such as a polytetrafluoroethylene material or stainless steel. 2. The dispensing vessel of wherein the container is fabricated from a polytetrafluoroethylene material.3. The dispensing vessel of wherein the container is fabricated from stainless steel.4. The dispensing vessel of wherein the closed bottom portion of the container is conical in shape claim 1 , with the outlet port being disposed at the apex of the cone.5. The dispensing vessel of wherein the container further includes a support skirt for supporting the container within the outer can claim 4 ,the skirt connected to the top portion and disposed in surrounding relationship to the conical bottom portion.6. The dispensing vessel of wherein the container further comprises a cover receivable over the top portion of the container thereby to close the same in a non-air-tight manner such that the container is in fluid communication with the interior of the outer can. This application claims priority from the following U.S. Provisional Application, which is hereby incorporated by reference:System and Process For Liquid Replenishment For A Printing Apparatus For Depositing A Liquid Composition On A Backplane, Application Ser. No. 61/773,532 filed 6 Mar. 2013 (UC-1200).Subject matter disclosed herein is disclosed in the following copending application, filed contemporaneously herewith and assigned to the assignee of the present invention:Dispensing Vessel Having A Corrugated Secondary Container For Use In A Printing Apparatus For Depositing A Liquid Composition On A Backplane (UC-1229);Liquid Replenishment ...

ELECTROACTIVE MATERIALS

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: 3. The compound of claim 2 , wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C1-10 alkyl and C1-10 alkoxy.4. The compound of claim 2 , wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C3-8 branched alkyl and C3-8 branched alkoxy.5. The compound of claim 2 , wherein both R groups are joined together to form a non-aromatic ring.6. The compound of claim 1 , wherein a is 1-3.8. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Aris selected from the group consisting phenyl claim 1 , p-biphenyl claim 1 , p-terphenyl claim 1 , naphthyl claim 1 , phenylnaphthyl claim 1 , and naphthylphenyl.9. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Arhas a substituent comprising a crosslinking group.10. The compound of claim 1 , wherein at least one Arhas at least one substituent selected from the group consisting of alkyl claim 1 , alkoxy and silyl.11. The compound of having Formula III claim 1 , wherein c is at least 0.4.12. The compound of claim 11 , wherein M is selected from the group consisting of triarylamine units and an aromatic unit having a crosslinkable substituent.17. The device of claim 16 , wherein the active layer is a hole transport layer.18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the hole transport layer consists essentially of the Compound having Formula I claim 17 , Formula II claim 17 , or Formula III.19. The device of claim 16 , wherein the active layer is a photoactive layer.20. The device of claim 19 , wherein the active layer further comprises a photoactive material.21. The device of claim 20 , wherein the active layer consists essentially of a photoactive material and a compound having Formula I claim 20 , Formula II claim 20 , or Formula III.22. The compound of claim 1 , wherein at least one Aris a substituted phenyl with a substituent selected from the group consisting of alkyl claim 1 , alkoxy claim 1 , silyl claim 1 , and a substitutent with a crosslinking group. This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) from U. ...

Process for forming an electroactive layer

A process for forming a layer of an electroactive material, including: depositing a liquid composition containing an electroactive material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber containing solid absorptive material; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in a range of −25° C. to 80° C. and under an applied vacuum in a range of 10 −6 Torr to 1,000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes.

Donor elements and processes for thermal transfer of nanoparticle layers

The invention discloses processes for thermal transfer patterning of a nanoparticle layer and a corresponding proximate portion of a carrier layer, and optionally additional transfer layers, together onto a thermal imaging receiver. The invention is useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Additional embodiments of the invention include multilayer thermal imaging donors comprising in layered sequence: a base film, a carrier layer and a nanoparticle layer. The carrier layer can be a dielectric or conducting layer. When the carrier layer is a dielectric layer, the base film includes a light attenuating agent in the form of a dye or pigment.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes the steps of providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of -25 to 80 DEG C and under a vacuum in the range of 10-6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; and heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100 DEG C for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

Pressure wave damper apparatus for continuous liquid printing

A nozzle assembly with a nozzle body cooperating with a flexible portion, the nozzle assembly also contains a throttle plate, and this combination is used to mitigate pressure variations transmitted to the nozzle assembly. The combination results in a more uniform liquid deposition during continuous liquid printing.

HOLE TRANSPORT POLYMERS CAPABLE OF FUNCTIONING AS A HOST FOR A PHOTOACTIVE MATERIAL, AND AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING AT LEAST ONE ACTIVE LAYER COMPRISING THE HOLE TRANSPORT POLYMER

PURPOSE: A polymer is provided to be useful as a hole transport material in the manufacture of an electronic device. CONSTITUTION: A polymer includes at least one first monomer selected from A1-A5, and at least one monomer selected from B1-B6 or C1-C6, wherein R and Y are independently selected from the group comprising H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR"2, R', phenyl, biphenyl, and naphthalene group, R' is a cross-linkable group, R" is independently selected from the group comprising H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, and R', Xs are identical to or different from one another and are leaving groups, Z is C, Si, or N, Es are identical to or different from one another and are (ZR")b, O, S, Se, or Te, Qs are identical to and different from one another and are (ZR")b, a is an integer of 0-5, b is an integer of 0-20, c is an integer of 0-4, q is an integer of 0-7, and n is an integer of 1-2. © KIPO 2008 ...

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for vacuum drying. The process includes the steps of: depositing a liquid composition containing a film-forming material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber including a condenser; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in the range of -25 to 80 DEG C and under an applied vacuum in the range of 10-6 to 1, 000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes; wherein the condenser is maintained at a temperature at which the solvent will condense as a liquid at the applied vacuum.

Thermally imageable dielectric layers, thermal transfer donors and receivers

The invention is related to thermal imageable dielectric layers and thermal transfer donors and receivers comprising dielectric layers. The thermal transfer donors are useful in making electronic devices by thermal transfer of dielectric layers having excellent resistivity, good transfer properties and good adhesion to a variety of receivers.

ELECTROACTIVE MATERIALS

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: Ar 1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar 2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T 1 and T 2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration; a and e are the same or different at each occurrence and are an integer from 1 to 6; b, c, and d are mole fractions such that b+c+d=1.0, with the proviso that c is not zero, and at least one of b and d is not zero, and when b is zero, M has at least two triarylamine units; and n is an integer greater than 1.

Metal compositions, thermal imaging donors and patterned multilayer compositions derived therefrom

Metal compositions including silver compositions are used in preparing thermal imaging donors. The donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layer and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers, including EMI shields and touchpad sensors.

Hole transport composition

There is provided a hole transport composition having (i) a first hole transport polymer having crosslinkable groups, and (ii) a second hole transport polymer having substantially no crosslinkable groups. There is also provided a crosslinked hole transport layer and an electronic device containing the crosslinked hole transport layer.

ORGANIC ELECTRONIC DEVICES COMPRISING A BUFFER LAYER, A FIRST HOLE TRANSPORT LAYER AND A SECOND HOLE TRANSPORT LAYER

PURPOSE: An organic electronic device is provided to realize improved characteristics including color purity, lifespan and driving voltage, particularly in of an organic light emitting diode. CONSTITUTION: An organic electronic device comprises an anode, a optically active layer and a cathode, and further comprises, between the anode and the optically active layer, a buffer layer, a first hole transport layer, and a second hole transport layer. The buffer layer comprises an electroconductive polymer and a fluoroacid polymer. The first hole transport layer comprises a polymeric hole transport layer, such as a distyrylaryl compound. © KIPO 2008 ...

ORGANIC ELECTRONIC DEVICE

There is provided an active layer containing a dopant material and a host material, wherein the host material has an HPLC purity of at least 99.9% and an impurity absorbance no greater than 0.01. There is also provided an electronic device containing the active layer. COPYRIGHT KIPO & WIPO 2010 ...

Active Compositions And Methods

The present concerns a method of fabricating a layer for an organic light emitting device comprising solution processing a layer from a solution comprising a small molecule emissive material, an aprotic solvent, and a polymeric material.

Chrysenes for blue luminescent applications

This invention relates to chrysene compounds that are useful in electroluminescent applications and are capable of blue emission. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes: providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

Thermally imageable dielectric layers, thermal transfer donors and receivers

The invention is related to thermal imageable dielectric layers and thermal transfer donors and receivers comprising dielectric layers. The thermal transfer donors are useful in making electronic devices by thermal transfer of dielectric layers having excellent resistivity, good transfer properties and good adhesion to a variety of receivers.

Metal compositions, thermal imaging donors and patterned multilayer compositions derived therefrom

The invention provides metal compositions, including silver compositions, and thermal imaging donors prepared with the compositions. The donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layers and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers, including EMI shields and touchpad sensors.

DONOR ELEMENTS AND PROCESSES FOR THERMAL TRANSFER OF NANOPARTICLE LAYERS

The invention discloses processes for thermal transfer patterning of a nanoparticle layer and a corresponding proximate portion of a carrier layer, and optionally additional transfer layers, together onto a thermal imaging receiver. The invention is useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Additional embodiments of the invention include multilayer thermal imaging donors comprising in layered sequence: a base film, a carrier layer and a nanoparticle layer. The carrier layer can be a dielectric or conducting layer. When the carrier layer is a dielectric layer, the base film includes a light attenuating agent in the form of a dye or pigment. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

POLYMER HAVING FLUORENYL AND ARYL AMINE GROUPS USEFUL FOR A HOLE TRANSPORT MATERIAL IN AN ELECTROOPTICAL DEVICE

PURPOSE: A polymer is provided to obtain a hole transport material useful for fabricating an electrooptical device and imparting improved initial current, voltage, luminance and color coordinate characteristics to the device. CONSTITUTION: A polymer is prepared from at least one monomer represented by the following formula 1, wherein each of R and Y is independently selected from the group consisting of H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR2" and R'; R' is a crosslinkable group; R" is independently selected from the group consisting of H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl and R'; X is a leaving group; Z is C, Si or N; Q is (ZR"n)n; a is an integer of 0-5; b is an integer of 0-20; c is an integer of 0-4; q is an integer of 0-7; and n is an integer of 1-2. © KIPO 2008 ...

METAL COMPOSITIONS, THERMAL IMAGING DONORS AND PATTERNED MULTILAYER COMPOSITIONS DERIVED THEREFROM

The invention provides metal compositions, including silver compositions, and thermal imaging donors prepared with the compositions. The donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layers and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers, including EMI shields and touchpad sensors. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes the steps of providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; and heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for vacuum drying. The process includes the steps of: depositing a liquid composition containing a film-forming material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber including a condenser; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under an applied vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes; wherein the condenser is maintained at a temperature at which the solvent will condense as a liquid at the applied vacuum.

PROCESS FOR FORMING AN ELECTROACTIVE LAYER

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes: providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

ORGANIC ELECTRONIC DEVICE

There is provided an active layer containing a dopant material and a host material, wherein the host material has an HPLC purity of at least 99.9% and an impurity absorbance no greater than 0.01. There is also provided an electronic device containing the active layer.

Hole transport composition

There is provided a hole transport composition having (i) a first hole transport polymer having crosslinkable groups, and (ii) a second hole transport polymer having substantially no crosslinkable groups. There is also provided a crosslinked hole transport layer and an electronic device containing the crosslinked hole transport layer.

Electroactive materials

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: Ar 1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar 2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T 1 and T 2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration; a and e are the same or different at each occurrence and are an integer from 1 to 6; b, c, and d are mole fractions such that b+c+d=1.0, with the proviso that c is not zero, and at least one of b and d is not zero, and when b is zero, M has at least two triarylamine units; and n is an integer greater than 1.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

PROCESS FOR FORMING AN ELECTROACTIVE LAYER

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material. The process includes: depositing a liquid composition containing an electroactive material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber containing solid absorptive material; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in the range of −25° C. to 80° C. and under an applied vacuum in the range of 10 −6 Torr to 1,000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes.

HOLE TRANSPORT POLYMER

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a new polymer compound useful as a hole transport material in the manufacture of electronic devices. SOLUTION: This polymer with hole transport ability is made from at least one monomer selected from among aromatic π-conjugated monomers that comprise a nitrogen atom positioned so as to constitute a part of a polymer backbone after polymerization and positioned to bind aromatic rings together, and furthermore comprise a fluorene ring and/or a heterocycle, wherein at least one of these monomers contains a crosslinkable reactive group. COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT ...

Hole transport polymers

There is provided a polymer made from a monomer having Formula I: where: R and Y are independently selected from the group consisting of H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR''2, R', R' is a crosslinkable group; R'' is independently selected from the group consisting of H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, and R'; X is a leaving group; Z is C, Si, or N; Q is (ZR''n)b; a is an integer from 0 to 5; b is an integer from 0 to 20; c is an integer from 0 to 4; q is an integer from 0 to 7; and n is an integer from 1 to 2.

Chrysenes for blue luminescent applications

This invention relates to chrysene compounds that are useful in electroluminescent applications and are capable of blue emission. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Electroactive materials

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: Ar 1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar 2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T 1 and T 2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration; a and e are the same or different at each occurrence and are an integer from 1 to 6; b, c, and d are mole fractions such that b+c+d=1.0, with the proviso that c is not zero, and at least one of b and d is not zero, and when b is zero, M has at least two triarylamine units; and n is an integer greater than 1.

Organic electronic device

There is provided an active layer containing a dopant material and a host material, wherein the host material has an HPLC purity of at least 99.9% and an impurity absorbance no greater than 0.01. There is also provided an electronic device containing the active layer.

THIN FILM TRANSISTOR COMPRISING NOVEL CONDUCTOR AND DIELECTRIC COMPOSITIONS

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Liquid composition for deposition of organic electroactive materials

Compositions are provided for improved liquid deposition of electroactive material onto low surface energy layers. The liquid composition includes at least one organic electroactive material in a liquid medium. The liquid medium includes (a) at least 20% by volume, based on the total volume of the liquid medium, of a first solvent and (b) at least 1% by volume, based on the total volume of the liquid medium, of a liquid organic additive. The liquid medium pins on the underlying layer as determined by a dynamic receding contact angle test. The first solvent retracts on the underlying layer as determined by the dynamic receding contact angle test.

Electroactive materials

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: (Ar2)2N-(Ar1)a-[T1-T2]-(Ar1)a-N(Ar2)2 (I) Ar1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T1 and T2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration; a and e are the same or different at each occurrence and are an integer from 1 to 6; b, c, and d are mole fractions such that b+c+d=1. 0, with the proviso that c is not zero, and at least one of b and d is not zero, and when b is zero, M has at least two triarylamine units; and n is an integer greater than 1.

Electroactive materials

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: Ar1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T1 and T2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration; a and e are the same or different at each occurrence and are an integer from 1 to 6; b, c, and d are mole fractions such that b+c+d=1.0, with the proviso that c is not zero, and at least one of b and d is not zero, and when b is zero, M has at least two triarylamine units; and n is an integer greater than 1.

CHRYSENES FOR DEEP BLUE LUMINESCENT APPLICATIONS

This disclosure relates to chrysene compounds with deep blue emission that are useful in electroluminescent applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Thermally imageable dielectric layers, thermal transfer donors and receivers

The invention is related to thermal imageable dielectric layers and thermal transfer donors and receivers comprising dielectric layers. The thermal transfer donors are useful in making electronic devices by thermal transfer of dielectric layers having excellent resistivity, good transfer properties and good adhesion to a variety of receivers.

Chrysene compounds for deep blue luminescent applications

This disclosure relates to chrysene compounds with deep blue emission that are useful in electroluminescent applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Chrysenes for deep blue luminescent applications

This disclosure relates to chrysene compounds with deep blue emission that are useful in electroluminescent applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

ORGANIC ELECTRONIC DEVICES

There is provided an organic electronic device. The device has an anode, a photoactive layer, and a cathode, and further, between the anode and the photoactive layer are positioned: 120.-. (canceled)23. A device of wherein said device has a deep blue emission color. 1. Field of the DisclosureThis disclosure relates in general to organic electronic devices, and in particular, to light emitting diode devices.2. Description of the Related ArtOrganic materials have been widely used in electronic devices such as organic thin film transistors (OTFTs), organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs), photovoltaic diodes, and liquid crystal displays. Organic photoactive electronic devices, such as OLEDs that make up OLED displays, typically consist of an anode, a hole transport layer, an emitter layer, an electron transport layer, and a cathode. The hole transport layer is typically a single material that is used to enhance injection from the anode into the host of the emitter layer. The emitter layer usually consists of a dopant and host. Alternatively, the emitter layer can be made using a host that emits light, and thus doesn't require a separate dopant.It is well known to use organic electroluminescent compounds as the active component in light-emitting diodes. Simple organic molecules, conjugated polymers, and organometallic complexes have been used.There is a continuing need for materials and structures that improve the properties of OLED devices, including color, lifetime and operating voltage.There is provided an organic electronic device comprising an anode, a photoactive layer, and a cathode, wherein between the anode and the photoactive layer are positioned:There is also provided the above device wherein the buffer layer comprises an electrically conductive polymer and a fluorinated acid polymer.There is also provided the above device, wherein the first hole transport layer comprises a polymeric hole transport material and the second hole transport layer comprises a vapor- ...

LIQUID REPLENISHMENT SYSTEM FOR A PRINTING APPARATUS FOR DEPOSITING A LIQUID COMPOSITION ON A BACKPLANE INCLUDING A DISPENSING VESSEL HAVING A SELF-SUPPORTING SECONDARY CONTAINER

A liquid replenishment system includes a dispensing vessel for holding a supply of a liquid that has an outer can and corresponding lid conjoinable to the outer can in an air-tight manner. The dispensing vessel is improved by the provision of a separate self-supporting secondary inner container removably receivable within the outer can. The container is fabricated of a material that is non-reactive with a liquid composition containing an organic semiconductor material, such as a polytetrafluoroethylene material or stainless steel. 1. A liquid replenishment system for replenishing liquid in a dispensing vessel for supplying liquid to a printing apparatus for depositing a liquid on a surface , a receptacle for storing a replenishment liquid;', 'a volume sensor operable to generate a signal representative of the volume of liquid within the dispensing vessel;', 'a volume control network operably associated with the volume sensor and responsive to the volume signal therefrom for generating a volume control signal; and', 'a pump responsive to the volume control signal, the pump being operable to inject a replenishment liquid from the receptacle into the dispensing vessel at a pressure at least substantially equal to the pressure in the dispensing vessel and at a flow rate selectable in accordance with the volume control signal such that the volume of liquid in the dispensing vessel is maintained at a predetermined reference level; and wherein, 'the liquid replenishment system comprising a outer can and corresponding lid, the lid being conjoinable to the outer can in an air-tight manner,', 'when conjoined the can and lid cooperating to define an enclosed chamber;', 'a rigid, self-supporting secondary inner container removably receivable within the outer can, the container having a top portion and a closed bottom portion, the closed bottom portion having an outlet port defined therein,', 'the container being fabricated of a material that is non-reactive with a liquid ...

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes the steps of providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; and heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material. The process includes: depositing a liquid composition containing an electroactive material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber containing solid absorptive material; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in the range of-25 DEG C to 80 DEG C and under an applied vacuum in the range of 10-6 Torr to 1, 000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes.

Donor elements and processes for thermal transfer of nanoparticle layers

The invention discloses processes for thermal transfer patterning of a nanoparticle layer and a corresponding proximate portion of a carrier layer, and optionally additional transfer layers, together onto a thermal imaging receiver. The invention is useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Additional embodiments of the invention include multilayer thermal imaging donors comprising in layered sequence: a base film, a carrier layer and a nanoparticle layer. The carrier layer can be a dielectric or conducting layer. When the carrier layer is a dielectric layer, the base film includes a light attenuating agent in the form of a dye or pigment.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes: providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of -25 to 80 DEG C and under a vacuum in the range of 10-6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100 DEG C for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

CHRYSENES FOR DEEP BLUE LUMINESCENT APPLICATIONS

This disclosure relates to chrysene compounds with deep blue emission that are useful in electroluminescent applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

PROCESS FOR FORMING AN ELECTROACTIVE LAYER

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes: providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of 25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 106 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

METAL COMPOSITIONS, THERMAL IMAGING DONORS AND PATTERNED MULTILAYER COMPOSITIONS DERIVED THEREFROM

The invention provides metal compositions, including silver compositions, and thermal imaging donors prepared with the compositions. The donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layers and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers, including EMI shields and touchpad sensors.

Hole transport polymers

There is provided a polymer made from a monomer having Formula I: where: R and Y are independently selected from the group consisting of H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR″2, R′, R′ is a crosslinkable group; R″ is independently selected from the group consisting of H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, and R′; X is a leaving group; Z is C, Si, or N; Q is (ZR″ n ) b ; a is an integer from 0 to 5; b is an integer from 0 to 20; c is an integer from 0 to 4; q is an integer from 0 to 7; and n is an integer from 1 to 2.

Hole transport polymers

There is provided a polymer made from a monomer having where: R and Y are independently selected from the group consisting of H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR''2, R', R' is a crosslinkable group; R" is independently selected from the group consisting of H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, and R'; X is a leaving group; Z is C, Si, or N; Q is (ZR''n)b; a is an integer from 0 to 5; b is an integer from 0 to 20; c is an integer from 0 to 4; q is an integer from 0 to 7; and n is an integer from 1 to 2.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

HOLE TRANSPORT POLYMERS

There is provided a polymer made from a monomer having Formula I: 24.-. (canceled)5. A polymer of which is a homopolymer.614.-. (canceled) 1. Field of the DisclosureThe present invention relates to novel compounds useful as hole transport materials in making electronic devices. The invention further relates to electronic devices having at least one active layer comprising such a hole transport compound.2. Description of the Related ArtIn organic photoactive electronic devices, such as organic light emitting diodes (“OLED”), that make up OLED displays, the organic active layer is sandwiched between two electrical contact layers in an OLED display. In an OLED the organic photoactive layer emits light through the light-transmitting electrical contact layer upon application of a voltage across the electrical contact layers.It is well known to use organic electroluminescent compounds as the active component in light-emitting diodes. Simple organic molecules, conjugated polymers, and organometallic complexes have been used. Devices that use photoactive materials frequently include one or more charge transport layers, which are positioned between a photoactive (e.g., light-emitting) layer and a contact layer (hole-injecting contact layer). A device can contain two or more contact layers. A hole transport layer can be positioned between the photoactive layer and the hole-injecting contact layer. The hole-injecting contact layer may also be called the anode. An electron transport layer can be positioned between the photoactive layer and the electron-injecting contact layer. The electron-injecting contact layer may also be called the cathode.There is a continuing need for charge transport materials for use in electronic devices.There is provided a polymer made from at least one monomer having Formula I:where:There is also provided a polymer comprising at least one copolymer made from a monomer having Formula I and at least one comonomer selected from the group consisting of ...

Metal compositions, thermal imaging donors and patterned multilayer compositions derived therefrom

The invention provides metal compositions, including silver compositions, and thermal imaging donors prepared with the compositions. The donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layers and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers, including EMI shields and touchpad sensors.

Thermally imageable dielectric layers, thermal transfer donors and receivers

The invention is related to thermal imageable dielectric layers and thermal transfer donors and receivers comprising dielectric layers. The thermal transfer donors are useful in making electronic devices by thermal transfer of dielectric layers having excellent resistivity, good transfer properties and good adhesion to a variety of receivers.

HOST COMPOSITIONS FOR LUMINESCENT MATERIALS

There is disclosed a host composition for luminescent dopant materials. The composition includes at least two steroisomers having Formula I where Ar¹ and Ar² are different from each other and are aromatic groups and further where at least one of Ar¹ and Ar² comprises a sterically hindered group. An electronic device in which the host composition is in the photoactive layer is also disclosed.

THERMALLY IMAGEABLE DIELECTRIC LAYERS, THERMAL TRANSFER DONORS AND RECEIVERS

The invention is related to thermal imageable dielectric layers and thermal transfer donors and receivers comprising dielectric layers. The thermal transfer donors are useful in making electronic devices by thermal transfer of dielectric layers having excellent resistivity, good transfer properties and good adhesion to a variety of receivers.

Chrysenes for deep blue luminescent applications

This disclosure relates to chrysene compounds with deep blue emission that are useful in electroluminescent applications. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Metal compositions, donors and patterned multilayer compositions, shield and sensor

The invention provides metal compositions, including silver compositions, and thermal imaging donors prepared with the compositions. The donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layers and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers, including EMI shields and touchpad sensors.

PROCESS FOR FORMING AN ELECTROACTIVE LAYER

There is provided a process for vacuum drying. The process includes the steps of: depositing a liquid composition containing a film-forming material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber including a condenser; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under an applied vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes; wherein the condenser is maintained at a temperature at which the solvent will condense as a liquid at the applied vacuum.

Electroactive materials

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: Ar 1 may independently be phenylene, substituted phenylene, naphthylene, or substituted naphthylene. Ar 2 is the same or different at each occurrence and is an aryl group. M is the same or different at each occurrence and is a conjugated moiety. T 1 and T 2 are independently the same or different at each occurrence and are conjugated moieties which are connected in a non-planar configuration.

POSITIVE HOLE TRANSPORT POLYMER

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a novel polymer compound useful as a positive hole transport material in the fabrication of an electronic device. SOLUTION: A polymer having a positive hole transport capability comprises at least one kind of monomer selected from aromatic π-conjugated monomers containing nitrogen present at a position where the nitrogen constitutes a polymer backbone after polymerized and aromatic rings are combined through the nitrogen and at least one kind of monomer selected from aromatic π-conjugated monomers containing a fluorene-based and/or a nitrogen-containing heterocycle, with the proviso that at least one kind of these monomers contains a crosslinkable group. COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT ...

HOLE TRANSPORT COMPOSITION

There is provided a hole transport composition having (i) a first hole transport polymer having crosslinkable groups, and (ii) a second hole transport polymer having substantially no crosslinkable groups. There is also provided a crosslinked hole transport layer and an electronic device containing the crosslinked hole transport layer. 1. A hole transport composition comprising (i) a first hole transport polymer having crosslinkable groups , and (ii) a second hole transport polymer having substantially no crosslinkable groups2. The hole transport composition of claim 1 , wherein the first hole transport polymer has a narrower band gap than the second hole transport polymer.3. The hole transport composition of claim 1 , wherein the first hole transport polymer is a copolymer of a triarylamine derivative and a fluorene derivative and the second hole transport polymer is a triarylamine polymer.45.-. (canceled)911.-. (canceled) This application claims priority tinder 35 §119(e) from U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/053,679 filed May 16, 2008 which is incorporated by reference in its entirety.1. Field of the DisclosureThis disclosure relates in general to hole transport compositions having more than one component. Such layers are useful in electronic devices.2. Description of the Related ArtIn organic photoactive electronic devices, such as organic light emitting diodes (“OLED”), that make up OLED displays, the organic active layer is sandwiched between two electrical contact layers. In an OLED the organic photoactive layer emits light through the light-transmitting electrical contact layer upon application of a voltage across the electrical contact layers.It is well known to use organic electroluminescent compounds as the active component in light-emitting diodes. Simple organic molecules, conjugated polymers, and organometallic complexes have been used. Devices that use photoactive materials frequently include one or more charge transport layers, which are positioned ...

ELECTROACTIVE MATERIALS

A compound having Formula I, Formula II, or Formula III: 3. The compound of claim 2 , wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C1-10 alkyl and C1-10 alkoxy.4. The compound of claim 2 , wherein R is selected from the group consisting of C3-8 branched alkyl and C3-8 branched alkoxy.5. The compound of claim 2 , wherein both R groups are joined together to form a non-aromatic ring.6. The compound of claim 1 , wherein a is 1-3.8. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Aris selected from the group consisting phenyl claim 1 , p-biphenyl claim 1 , p-terphenyl claim 1 , naphthyl claim 1 , phenylnaphthyl claim 1 , and naphthylphenyl.9. The compound of claim 1 , wherein Arhas a substituent comprising a crosslinking group.10. The compound of claim 1 , wherein at least one Arhas at least one substituent selected from the group consisting of alkyl claim 1 , alkoxy and silyl.11. The compound of having Formula III claim 1 , wherein c is at least 0.4.12. The compound of claim 11 , wherein M is selected from the group consisting of triarylamine units and an aromatic unit having a crosslinkable substituent.17. The device of claim 16 , wherein the active layer is a hole transport layer.18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the hole transport layer consists essentially of the Compound having Formula I claim 17 , Formula II claim 17 , or Formula III.19. The device of claim 16 , wherein the active layer is a photoactive layer.20. The device of claim 19 , wherein the active layer further comprises a photoactive material.21. The device of claim 20 , wherein the active layer consists essentially of a photoactive material and a compound having Formula I claim 20 , Formula II claim 20 , or Formula III.22. The compound of claim 1 , wherein at least one Aris a substituted phenyl with a substituent selected from the group consisting of alkyl claim 1 , alkoxy claim 1 , silyl claim 1 , and a substitutent with a crosslinking group. This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) from U. ...

LIQUID COMPOSITION FOR DEPOSITION OF ORGANIC ELECTROACTIVE MATERIALS

Compositions are provided for improved liquid deposition of electroactive material onto low surface energy layers. The liquid composition includes at least one organic electroactive material in a liquid medium. The liquid medium includes (a) at least 20% by volume, based on the total volume of the liquid medium, of a first solvent and (b) at least 1% by volume, based on the total volume of the liquid medium, of a liquid organic additive. The liquid medium pins on the underlying layer as determined by a dynamic receding contact angle test. The first solvent retracts on the underlying layer as determined by the dynamic receding contact angle test. 1. A liquid composition for liquid deposition onto an underlying layer , wherein the liquid composition comprises at least one organic electroactive material in a liquid medium , wherein the liquid medium comprises (a) at least 20% by volume , based on the total volume of the liquid medium , of a first solvent , the first solvent having a first surface tension and a first vapor pressure , and (b) at least 1% by volume , based on the total volume of the liquid medium , of a liquid organic additive , and wherein the liquid medium pins on the underlying layer as determined by a dynamic receding contact angle test and the first solvent in neat form retracts on the underlying layer as determined by the dynamic receding contact angle test.2. A liquid composition for liquid deposition onto an underlying layer , wherein the liquid composition comprises at least one organic electroactive material in a liquid medium , wherein the liquid medium comprises (a) at least 20% by volume , based on the total volume of the liquid medium , of a first solvent which dissolves or disperses the organic electroactive material , the first solvent having a first surface tension and a first vapor pressure , and (b) at least 1% by volume , based on the total volume of the liquid medium , of a liquid organic additive , wherein the additive in neat form ...

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes the steps of providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 10 −6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; and heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

PROCESS FOR FORMING AN ELECTROACTIVE LAYER

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes: providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of −25 to 80° C. and under a vacuum in the range of 10to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100° C. for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer. 2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the dried layer has a thickness variation of less than +/−10% over 90% of the active area.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the liquid composition is deposited by a technique selected from the group consisting of ink jet printing and continuous nozzle coating.4. The process of claim 1 , wherein the workpiece has a multiplicity of active areas.5. The process of claim 4 , wherein the electroactive material comprises a host material and a photoactive guest material corresponding to a first color claim 4 , and the liquid composition is deposited in a first portion of the active areas.6. The process of claim 5 , wherein a second liquid composition comprising a second host material and a second photoactive guest material corresponding to a second color is deposited in a second portion of the active areas.7. The process of claim 6 , wherein a third liquid composition comprising a third host material and a third photoactive guest material corresponding to a third color is deposited in a third portion of the active areas.8. The process of claim 1 , wherein the electroactive material consists essentially of a hole injection material.9. The process of claim 1 , wherein the electroactive material consists essentially of a hole transport material.10. The process of claim 1 , wherein the wet ...

PRESSURE WAVE DAMPER APPARATUS FOR CONTINUOUS LIQUID PRINTING

A nozzle assembly with a nozzle body cooperating with a flexible portion, the nozzle assembly also contains a throttle plate, and this combination is used to mitigate pressure variations transmitted to the nozzle assembly. The combination results in a more uniform liquid deposition during continuous liquid printing. 1. A nozzle assembly for a printing apparatus having a movable printing head , the nozzle assembly being adapted to deposit a liquid ink onto a surface as the printing head is displaced with respect to the surface , motion of the printing head acting to impose pressure variations within a liquid ink being supplied to the nozzle assembly , the nozzle assembly comprising:a nozzle body;a nozzle disc supported by the nozzle body at a predetermined position therein, the nozzle disc having a nozzle opening,a throttle plate mounted in the nozzle body at a location spaced from the nozzle disc, the throttle plate having a passage therein, the passage in the throttle plate being in fluid communication with the nozzle body, the throttle plate being operative to impart a throttling action on a flow of liquid ink passing into the nozzle body;the nozzle body having a flexible portion, the flexible portion being positioned between the nozzle disc and the throttle plate, the flexible portion being able to define an accumulation space within the nozzle body in response to a pressure variation in the ink,whereby, the throttling action by the throttle plate coupled with the definition of the accumulation space being operable to mitigate pressure variations in a liquid ink.2. The nozzle assembly of wherein the flexible portion forms part of the nozzle body between the nozzle disc and the throttle plate.3. The nozzle assembly of wherein the flexible portion is integral with and defined by a thinner region of the material of the nozzle body.4. The nozzle assembly of wherein the flexible portion is an annular member.5. The nozzle assembly of wherein the flexible portion is ...

Chrysenes for deep blue luminescent applications

Chrysenes for blue luminescent applications

This invention relates to chrysene compounds that are useful in electroluminescent applications and are capable of blue emission. It also relates to electronic devices in which the active layer includes such a chrysene compound.

Active Compositions And Methods

The present concerns a method of fabricating a layer for an organic light emitting device comprising solution processing a layer from a solution comprising a small molecule emissive material, an aprotic solvent, and a polymeric material.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Crosslinkable Hole transport polymers

There is provided a polymer made from at least one first monomer selected from A1 through A5: and at least one monomer selected from B1 through B6 or C1 through C6: where: R and Y are independently selected from the group consisting of H, D, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, NR" 2 , R', R' is a crosslinkable group; R" is independently selected from the group consisting of H, alkyl, fluoroalkyl, aryl, fluoroaryl, and R'; X can be the same or different at each occurrence and is a leaving group ; Z is C, Si, or N; E is the same or different at each occurrence and is (ZR" m ) b , O, S, Se, or Te; Q is the same or different at each occurrence and is (ZR" m ) b ; a is an integer from 0 to 5; b is an integer from 0 to 20; c is an integer from 0 to 4; q is an integer from 0 to 7; n is an integer from 1 to 2; and m is an integer from 1 to 2; with the proviso that at least one of the monomers contains a crosslinkable group.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material. The process includes: depositing a liquid composition containing an electroactive material and at least one solvent onto a workpiece to form a wet layer; placing the wet layer on the workpiece into a vacuum chamber containing solid absorptive material; and treating the wet layer at a controlled temperature in the range of -25°C to 80°C and under an applied vacuum in the range of 10 -6 Torr to 1,000 Torr for a period of 1-100 minutes.

Thin film transistor comprising novel conductor and dielectric compositions

The invention relates to thin film transistors comprising novel dielectric layers and novel electrodes comprising metal compositions that can be provided by a dry thermal transfer process.

Process for forming an electroactive layer

There is provided a process for forming a layer of electroactive material having a substantially flat profile. The process includes the steps of providing a workpiece having at least one active area; depositing a liquid composition including the electroactive material onto the workpiece in the active area, to form a wet layer; treating the wet layer on the workpiece at a controlled temperature in the range of -25 to 80°C and under a vacuum in the range of 10 -6 to 1,000 Torr, for a first period of 1-100 minutes, to form a partially dried layer; and heating the partially dried layer to a temperature above 100°C for a second period of 1-50 minutes to form a dried layer.

Metal compositions, thermal imaging donors and patterned multilayer compositions derived therefrom

Thermal imaging donors are useful for thermal transfer patterning of a metal layer and optionally, a corresponding proximate portion of an additional transfer layer onto a thermal imaging receiver. The compositions are useful for dry fabrication of electronic devices. Also provided are patterned multilayer compositions comprising one or more base film(s), and one or more patterned metal layers. These include electromagnetic interference shields and touchpad sensors.

Non-silicone thermal interface material

A thermally conductive composition includes a non-silicone polymer resin curable in place along a thermal dissipation pathway. The composition exhibits a low density for particular use in weight-sensitive applications that require a thermal conductivity of at least 1.5 W/m*K.

Non-silicone thermal interface material

A thermally conductive composition includes a non-silicone polymer resin curable in place along a thermal dissipation pathway. The composition exhibits a low density for particular use in weight-sensitive applications that require a thermal conductivity of at least 1.5 W/m*K.