NOVELTY - The method involves transforming optical and/or electrical properties of a film (2) in-situ such that a resulting transformed film (4) is better suited to an efficient functioning of a solar cell. The film is partially covered by portions of a barrier film (3) e.g. doped semiconductor film. Transformation of the film is prevented by the portions of the barrier film. The transformation process is performed by plasma assisted oxidation, nitridation or oxynitridation.    USE - Method for forming a solar cell i.e. bi-facial solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables forming the solar cell with desired optical and electrical properties and an electrical contact in a simple manner. The method allows minimizing recombination losses. The method enables forming the solar cell with less number of patterning steps.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a structure for forming a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial cross-sectional view of a solar cell during fabrication.    Doped semiconductor (1)    Film (2)    Barrier film (3)    Transformed film (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing an electrode and a semiconductor thin-film pn or np junction stacked on a transparent substrate e.g. glass with a layer of a trans- parent conductive oxide (TCO). A thin-film silicon layer deposited surface of junction is exposed to a controlled oxidation so as to deactivate leaking boundaries through the junction. Another electrode is applied directly or indirectly surface subjected to oxidation.    USE - Method of manufacturing photovoltaic device such as thin-film solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic device is manufactured with improved leak current characteristics. The deactivation of leakage boundaries are allowed to improve the device electrical properties and yield. The fast oxidation process is performed to ensure increased conversion efficiency of cells fabricated on standard TCOs. The large variety of front TCO/glass combinations are allowed to use with increased roughness and increased light scattering properties.
NOVELTY - Manufacturing a thin-film, silicon-based solar cell comprises providing the substrate; depositing upon the substrate the first electrode layer comprising the transparent conductive oxide (TCO) and having a surface; treating the surface by a first vacuum treatment process during a first time span; and depositing upon the surface one of the positively and of the negatively doped layers by a second vacuum process.    USE - The method is used for manufacturing a thin-film, silicon-based solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is an improved method for manufacturing thin-film, silicon-based solar cells or modules, specifically manufacturing a window layer in a thin film silicon solar cell and a layer structure for such thin film silicon solar cell. The method comprises a surface treatment for the electrode layer in a solar cell structure, the electrode layer comprising a TCO.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Manufacturing a thin-film, silicon-based solar cell comprises providing the substrate; depositing upon the substrate the first electrode layer comprising the TCO and having a surface; treating the surface by a first vacuum treatment process during a first time span; depositing upon the surface treated by the first vacuum treatment process one of the positively and of the negatively doped layers by a second vacuum process performed during a second time span in a process atmosphere comprising a gaseous dopant; and performing the first vacuum treatment process in a process atmosphere comprising a gaseous dopant with a different amount than comprised in the atmosphere of the second vacuum process but otherwise performing the first vacuum treatment process equally to the second vacuum process and selecting the first time span shorter than the second time span.
NOVELTY - The method involves performing plasma-assisted etching of a silicon wafer with etching gas comprising carbonyl fluoride, oxygen, nitrogen, helium, nitrous oxide and argon at a pressure which is equal or greater than atmospheric pressure. The wafer is etched to remove the phosphorus-silicon-glass coating formed on the wafer so as to roughen the surface of wafer. The silicon oxide or silicon composite is treated to selectively remove silicon oxide.    USE - Method of manufacturing silicon wafer for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The breaking rate of thin solar wafers is decreased by reduced and the efficiency of solar cell can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing solar cell.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has partition (41) that separates the space above the substrate (S) in a transverse direction into a plasma generation space (401) and an exhaust space (402). The stimulating mechanisms (42,43) generate plasma so as to activate a reactive gas e.g. hydrogen gas supplied to plasma generation space. The carrier gas supply units (411,412) supply carrier gas to the bottom of plasma generation space so that carrier gas e.g. silicon compound gas reacts with active type of reactive gas to form thin film on substrate.    USE - Film forming apparatus used during manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The film can be formed on the substrate easily and uniformly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the vertical side view of film forming apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Partition (41)    Stimulating mechanisms (42,43)    Plasma generation space (401)    Exhaust space (402)    Carrier gas supply units (411,412)    Substrate (S)
NOVELTY - The system has a direct current (DC) - DC converter (2) that supplies voltage to load (3) and secondary battery (4), after converting electric power generated by either of solar battery module (1) or fuel cell module to suitable voltage. A shun circuit which is constant voltage regulator diode (6) or shunt regulator integrated circuit is connected in parallel to secondary battery. The circuit discards all surplus power of generated power that is not consumed by load by changing surplus power to heat, when secondary battery is substantially in fully-charged state.    USE - Hybrid power source system such as dye-sensitized solar cell, direct methanol type fuel cell (DMFC) and lithium ion battery (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hybrid power supply system can maintain high energy efficiency even when there are changes in the charged state or operating condition of the secondary battery or aging in the components of the rechargeable batter. The system prevents overcharging of the secondary battery and minimizes the thermal degradation of the solar battery or the fuel cell caused by generation of surplus power that cannot be taken out.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings shows the schematic views of hybrid power source system.    Solar battery module (1)    Dc-DC converter (2)    Load (3)    Secondary battery (4)    Voltage regulator diode (6)
NOVELTY - The furnace (1) has a silicon wafer (3) that is installed on quartz boat (2). A gas inlet pipe (4) passage the diffusion gas to the furnace. An exhaust pipe (5) for discharging tail as is installed on the furnace. The exhaust pipe is installed under the board. The diffusion gas flowing to the silicon wafer in the gas inlet pipe is passed along the direction that is parallel to the surface of the wafer.    USE - Solar cell diffusion furnace.    ADVANTAGE - The uniformity of square resistance on the surface of the wafer can be ensured, when the diffusion gas is not disturbed on the silicon wafer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the solar cell diffusion furnace.    Wafer diffusion furnace (1)    Quartz boat (2)    Silicon wafer (3)    Gas inlet pipe (4)    Exhaust pipe (5)
NOVELTY - The silicon sheet (1) has a suede layer (2) provided in upper surface. A layer of silicon nitride film (3) is provided in lower surface as barrier layer of suede layer.    USE - Solar cell silicon sheet with single suede side.    ADVANTAGE - Since the solar cell silicon sheet is provided with single suede side, the cost can be saved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell silicon sheet.    Suede layer (2)    Silicon nitride film (3)
NOVELTY - Gallium-indium phosphide/gallium arsenide double-joint solar cell (I) matched with lattice grown on gallium arsenide substrate, and indium-gallium-arsenic phosphide/indium-gallium arsenide double-joint solar cell (II) matched with the lattice grown on indium phosphide substrate are integrated to form four-joint gallium-indium phosphide/gallium arsenide/indium-gallium-arsenic phosphide/indium-gallium arsenide positive cell.    USE - Formation of four-joint gallium-indium phosphide/gallium arsenide/indium-gallium-arsenic phosphide/indium-gallium arsenide positive cell.    ADVANTAGE - The four-joint solar cell having high output voltage and low current is formed.
NOVELTY - A polyolefin-type resin multilayer film consists of layer (A), layer (B), and layer (C) containing ethylene-( alpha )-olefin copolymer. The layer (B) contains ethylene-( alpha )-olefin copolymer as main component and has low density than the density of layers (A and C). The layer (A) contains a resin composition containing a mixture (5-20 parts weight) of low density polyethylene and propylene-type resin with respect to 100 parts weight of ethylene-( alpha )-olefin copolymer of layers (A and C). The thickness of layer (C) is 2/3 or less than the thickness of layer (A).    USE - Polyolefin-type resin multilayer film is used as solar cell back surface sheet (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to packaging material for foodstuffs, drinks, pharmaceuticals and medical materials, liquid crystal components, electrical/electronic components, precision components and solar cell materials.    ADVANTAGE - The polyolefin-type resin multilayer film has excellent blocking resistance and low curling property and ultraviolet-ray resistance.
NOVELTY - A processed waste of high purity silicon having specific surface area of 10 m2/g or more is ground, to obtain fine powder having particle size distribution (D50) of 1.1 mu m or less and particle size distribution (D90) of 4 mu m or less. The obtained fine powder is subjected to nitridation, by heating at 1300-1700 degrees C in an atmosphere containing nitrogen gas and/or ammonia gas, to obtain highly purified silicon-nitride fine powder.    USE - Manufacture of highly purified silicon-nitride fine powder used as raw material for semiconductor manufacturing tools, heat-conductive silicon-nitride substrate and mold release agent for manufacturing silicon ingot for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon-nitride fine powder having high purity is efficiently manufactured, by controlling the nitridation reaction.
NOVELTY - Resin composition comprises resin component. The resin component has average particle diameter of 0.1-0.5 mu m and half value width of maximum peak particle size distribution of 0.2 mu m or more.    USE - The resin composition is useful for preparing transparent substrate, preferably resin substrate, and substrate for solar cell (both claimed), preferably flexible type solar cell which is used in plastic sheet and as auxiliary materials in mobile and motor vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The composition has excellent optical confinement property and provides uneven surface of transparent substrate. The solar cell has excellent photoelectric conversion property and light-scattering property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) transparent substrate obtained by coating the above-mentioned composition on the surface of the substrate; and    (2) substrate for solar cell, obtained by placing transparent electrode to the side of the transparent substrate.
NOVELTY - The flexible solar cell has stretchable polyolefin-type resin sheet such that the solar cell is bent at an angle of 90 degrees or 180 degrees and maintained for 1 min at the back surface of flexible solar cell panel. The shape retention material is provided in the resin sheet so that the solar cell releases after 5 mins at an angle of 20 degrees or less.    USE - Flexible solar cell used for vehicles, timepiece or calculator.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of flexible solar cell in producing electric power is improved, since the solar cell operates effectively even in bent form at predetermined angle with sunlight. The flexible solar cell does not separate easily from the curved surface of e.g. vehicle even if the edge portion is turned hence the reliability of the solar cell is improved. The form retentivity property of the flexible solar cell maintains the original shape of the solar cell even when bent.
NOVELTY - An adhesive layer (2) is formed in back surface of thermosetting resin layer (3). The thermosetting resin layer containing foaming agent is made of epoxy resin and synthetic rubber such as styrene-type synthetic rubber and acrylonitrile butadiene rubber.    USE - Adhesion sealing material for solar cell edge portion of solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the adhesive layer is formed in back surface of thermosetting resin layer, the edge portion of solar cell panel can be sealed reliably. Thus excellent water vapor barrier property can be provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell module;    (2) sealing structure of edge portion;    (3) sealing method of edge portion of solar cell panel; and    (4) manufacturing method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating manufacturing method of solar cell module.    Sealing material (1)    Adhesive layer (2)    Thermosetting resin layer (3)    Solar cell panel (7)    Edge portion (8)
NOVELTY - The silicon nitride substrate (1) has through-hole (3) of 5 mm diameter and recessed portion (2) which faced the specific side. The board thickness of substrate is 0.2-1 mm.    USE - Silicon nitride substrate for semiconductor device such as power element, LED, and solar cell element (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The through-hole and recessed portion are used for screwing, such that the occurrence of position shift can be avoided, and so the improved positioning property can be easily achieved. The crack of the substrate during screwing can be prevented due to the high mechanical strength of the silicon nitride substrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for semiconductor device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view of the silicon nitride substrate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Silicon nitride substrate (1)    Recessed portion (2)    Through-hole (3)    Width (W1)    Depth (W2)
NOVELTY - A photocatalyst-coated component has photocatalyst layer formed on a base material surface. The photocatalyst layer is obtained by applying photocatalyst coating liquid on a base material. The photocatalyst coating liquid comprises photocatalyst metal oxide particles, silica particles and curable silicone emulsion. The photocatalyst metal oxide particles and silica particles are partially coated or modified with hydrophobic group-containing compound.    USE - Photocatalyst-coated component. Uses include but are not limited to window frames, dust-proof covers, traffic sign, display apparatus, sound-insulation wall for roads and railways, guard rails, kitchen panels, illuminating lamp for vehicles, solar cell covers, bridges, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The photocatalyst coated-component has high photocatalytic degradation activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photocatalyst coating liquid.
NOVELTY - The method involves performing high doping on silicon substrate (10), and coating doping paste (30) on the substrate. The etching process is performed with respect to doping paste on substrate. The surface of substrate is oxidized to remove the doping paste partially. The electrode (50) is formed on remaining portion of doping paste on substrate.    USE - Method for forming selective emitter for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The selective emitter can be formed reliably and efficiently. The processing efficiency of substrate surface can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating the formation of selective emitter.    Silicon substrate (10)    Emitter layer (20)    Doping paste (30)    Front side reflection barrier layer (40)    Electrode (50)
NOVELTY - A barrier laminate has an inorganic layer (3), an organic layer (B) (4) and an adhesive layer (5), sequentially provided on organic layer (A) (2). The layer (B) is obtained by curing a polymerizable composition comprising a (meth)acrylate compound (a) having a hydroxyl group at its terminal. The adhesive layer comprises an epoxy-type adhesive.    USE - Barrier laminate is used for gas barrier film for device e.g. organic electroluminescent device (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to liquid-crystal display devices, thin-film transistors, touch panels, electronic papers and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The barrier laminate has excellent adhesiveness and provides film having excellent gas barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for gas barrier film, which has the barrier laminate on a substrate film (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a view of the gas barrier film.    Substrate film (1)    Organic layers (2,4)    Inoprganic layer (3)    Adhesive layer (5)
NOVELTY - The electrochromic device (106) positioned on a transparent substrate (102) has thin-film solar cells comprising an anode, a photoelectric conversion layer, and a cathode. An electrochromic material is placed on solar cells. A chromogenic device (108) positioned between transparent substrates, is equipped with the electrodes (120,122), and chromogenic material positioned between the electrodes. The cathodes of solar cells, having distinct potential difference, are connected to the electrodes of chromogenic device.    USE - Multicolor photovoltaic electrochromic apparatus used in electrochromic windows, display device, and multimedia display.    ADVANTAGE - The cathodes of solar cells are designed to generate potential differences for driving the chromogenic material in the chromogenic device. The effect of color change is increased under illumination. The multicolor photovoltaic electrochromic elements increase the transparent area in the devices, and can be designed as electrochromic display. The apparatus displays different color changes under illumination of different color intensity, and the color variety is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic top view of the multicolor photovoltaic electrochromic apparatus.    Multicolor photovoltaic electrochromic apparatus (100)    Transparent substrate (102)    Electrochromic device (106)    Chromogenic device (108)    Electrodes (120,122)
NOVELTY - Organic adhesion agent for aluminum paste of silica-based solar energy battery comprises (in wt.%): ethylcellulose (5-10%), phenolic modified rosin ester (2-5%), an organic solvent (2-5%), a dispersing agent (0.5-2%), a defoaming agent (0.5-2%), and a setting agent (0.5-5%).    USE - The organic adhesion agent is useful for aluminum paste of silica-based solar energy battery.    ADVANTAGE - The organic adhesion agent: provides aluminum paste having good dispersibility, superior printability and good storage property, without layering after a long period; provides good leveling property during the process of printing; does not form foams on the surface; and has good adhesion with the silicon sheets.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparing the organic adhesion agent, comprising: adding ethylcellulose (5-10%), phenolic modified rosin ester (2-5%), the organic solvent (2-5%), the dispersing agent (0.5-2%), the defoaming agent (0.5-2%) and the setting agent (0.5-5%) into a reaction kettle with the total amount as 100%; heating to 80-120 degrees C, stirring dissolve the solid completely to obtain a transparent solution and maintaining the temperature for 1-3 hours; filtering the transparent solution to obtain the organic adhesion agent.
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has carbon nanotube (4) that carries out parallel arrangement at right angles to the surface of the metal electrode (2), and a transparent electrode (5) is positioned on the opposite side to the metal electrode of the carbon nanotube. The magnetic field having different strength are positioned to the metal-electrode while changing the diameter of the carbon nanotube positioned in parallel from one side in steps towards the other side.    USE - Solar cell for solar cell apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The magnetic field having different strength are positioned to the metal-electrode while changing the diameter of the carbon nanotube positioned in parallel from one side in steps towards the other side. Hence the solar cell improves the conversion efficiency of energy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the solar cell.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Solar cell (1)    Metal electrode (2)    Carbon nanotube (4)    Transparent electrode (5)    Spectrometer (12)
NOVELTY - Optoelectronic device comprises a first electrode, an active layer disposed on the first electrode, a second electrode disposed on the active layer, and a self-assembled monolayer interposed between the first electrode and the active layer, interposed between the active layer and the second electrode, or disposed inside the active layer, where the self-assembled monolayer comprises a first compound (2) and a second compound (4) having different functional groups from each other.    USE - The optoelectronic device is useful as a solar cell or an organic LED (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic LED has excellent luminance and a wide viewing angle, compared to a conventional LCD, and may facilitate the manufacture of an ultrathin flat panel display because it does not require a backlight.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic cross-sectional view of a solar cell.    Substrate (1)    First compound (2)    Anode (3)    Second compound (4)    Cathode. (5)
NOVELTY - Sodium tellurite, deionized water, and mixed solution of dipropylamine and diamine are mixed. Then, cupric acetate is added to the mixture and stirred for 3-60 minutes at stirring speed of 4000-8000 rpm, to obtain mixed solution (A). Obtained solution is added to a high-pressure reaction container with polytetrafluoroethylene lining, reactor is sealed and thermally-treated at 160-220 degrees C for 12-24 hours, and then naturally cooled to room temperature. Product is washed for 3-5 times and dried at 60 degrees C for 5-10 hours, to obtain nano copper telluride semiconductor material.    USE - Preparation of nano copper telluride semiconductor material used for thermoelectric device, solar battery and superionic conductor.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides nano copper telluride semiconductor material having high crystal degree, purity, band width of 500 nm to 5 mu m and length of 10-30 mu m, and is environmentally-friendly and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Sodium tellurite, deionized water, and mixed solution of dipropylamine and diamine are mixed. Then, cupric acetate is added to the mixture, stirred for 3-60 minutes at stirring speed of 4000-8000 rpm, to obtain mixed solution (A). The obtained solution is added to a high-pressure reaction container with polytetrafluoroethylene lining, reactor is sealed and thermally-treated at 160-220 degrees C for 12-24 hours, and then naturally cooled to room temperature. The product is washed for 3-5 times and dried at 60 degrees C for 5-10 hours, to obtain nano copper telluride (Cu7Te4) semiconductor material. The mass ratio of deionized water to sodium tellurite is 15-17:1. The mass ratio of dipropylamine to sodium tellurite is 20-24:1. The mass ratio of diamine to sodium tellurite is 5-7:1. The mass ratio of cupric acetate to sodium tellurite is 1-2.5:1. The content of mixed solution (A) is 60-80% of the volume of high-pressure reaction container.
NOVELTY - A solar battery with transparent electrodes comprises an epitaxial wafer which is formed at the substrate and contains a PN junction, a conductive front electrode, and a bottom electrode which are extended from two ends of the PN junction to connect with the exterior; where the PN junction is III-V family complex for photovoltaic conversion; one side surface of the solar battery for receiving solar radiation is set with transparent conductive electrodes made from transparent conductive materials; and the transparent conductive electrode is at least a conductive front electrode.    USE - The solar battery with transparent electrodes is useful for industrial and commercial applications.    ADVANTAGE - In utilizing the solar battery with transparent electrodes, the sunlight spectrum wave band which is matched with the crack width of the material is absorbed and utilized; the weakening of photovoltaic conversion of traditional metallic electrodes caused by low transmittance is reduced; and the absorption and energy conversion of sunlight full-spectrum is achieved; thus, the photovoltaic conversion efficiency is improved. Moreover, it reduces the dark effect of the electrode on the front surface of the solar battery, effectively increases the entering to PN junction of the sunlight cast, and achieves the photovoltaic conversion more efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a production method of the solar battery with transparent electrodes, comprising: (a) making the epitaxial wafer of the solar battery by a method of chemical vapor deposition of metal organic; and (b) producing a conductive front electrode and the bottom electrode corresponding to the epitaxial wafer and the substrate which undergo surface treatment subsequently or at the same time; where the conductive front electrode is made from transparent conductive materials.
NOVELTY - The preparation method involves adopting electron beam evaporation method, and using silicon as electron beam evaporation source to deposit on the substrate to form the amorphous silicon film layer. The silicon used as electron beam evaporation source comprises powder and grains. The powdery silicon source is 300-mesh to 500-mesh silicon powder, and granular silicon source is silicon granules having diameters of 1 millimeter to 3 millimeters. The substrate adopts micro-electronic silicon, solar silicon, quartz, normal white glass or stainless steel metal substrate.    USE - Method for preparing amorphous silicon film used for amorphous silicon film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - Amorphous silicon film solves monopoly of plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) technology, and has practical applicability, high efficiency and low cost. Prepared amorphous silicon film solar battery has excellent performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the block diagram of the preparation method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A thiophene derivative (I) or (II), is new.    USE - Compound (I) for preparing opto-electrical apparatus, particularly polymer solar battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The compound has reduced steric hindrance, and improved crystal property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A thiophene derivative of formula (I) or (II), is new.    Ar'=benzene, thiofuran, F, carbazole, silicon heteroaromatic ring or thiazole heteroaromatic structure;and    R1-R2=(1,2,5)thiadiazolines, (3,4-g)quinoxaline, diazosulfide substituted group, double chain alkane, triple bond alkane, cidoxy chain, alkyl amine and sulfhydryl;    R=saturated 1-32C alkyl;    m-n= greater than or equal to 0;or    m+n= greater than or equal to 0.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for preparation of (I) or (II).
NOVELTY - The solar tile system has upper tiles which are connected together through a cabling channel. Each of the upper and lower tiles are provided with troughs and a lock card which can not be removed without using a manual tool. Each lower tile is fixed on a roof using wood screws. The substrate of each lower tile defines a water chute. Each tile includes a solar battery arranged on the keel of a terra cotta or polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tile body.    USE - Solar tile system used with roof of building e.g. house to generate electricity.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a stable structure which can not be blown away by wind and which can not be detached even if people step on it.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of a portion of a solar tile system.
NOVELTY - An organic carrier composition for solar battery back field aluminum slurry, comprises a main carrier comprising 3-5% of ethyl cellulose, 30-45% of terpineol, 20-40% of diethylene glycol butyl ether, 10-20% of diethylene glycol-butyl acetate, and 0.2-1% of lecithin.    USE - The organic carrier composition is useful for solar battery back field aluminum slurry (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic carrier composition can eliminate the environmental danger of the organic carrier by using the diethylene glycol-butyl acetate to replace the traditional o-benzene as solvent and plasticizer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a method for preparing the organic carrier composition for solar battery back field aluminum slurry, comprising feeding the mixture of all components according to the mass proportions of the components of the organic carrier composition into the reaction kettle, agitating, heating and preserving temperature; and after cooling the reactants obtained in the reaction kettle, filtering by the silk mesh;    (2) a solar battery back field aluminum slurry, comprising 1-3% of glass composition, 70-76% of aluminum powder, and 20-30% of organic carrier composition; and    (3) a method for preparing the solar battery back field aluminum slurry, comprising preparing 1-3% of glass composition, 70-76% of aluminum powder, and 20-30% of organic carrier composition; uniformly mixing the prepared components; and grinding and dispersing into the aluminum slurry composition with fineness of less than 15 mu m and viscosity of 28000-36000 Pa.second on the three-roller grinding machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram of the process for preparing the organic carrier composition for solar battery back field aluminum slurry (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - A method is disclosed for making a textured surface on a solar cell. At first, there is provided a solar cell with a P-type layer and an N-type layer. Then, a silicon quantum dot-silicon nitride film is provided on the solar cell by chemical vapor deposition. Then, the silicon quantum dot-silicon nitride film is etched. In a first phase, the etching of the silicon nitride is faster than that of the silicon quantum dots so that the silicon quantum dots are exposed, thus forming a transient textured surface on the silicon quantum dot-silicon nitride film. In a second phase, the etching of the silicon nitride is slower than that of the silicon quantum dots so that some of the silicon quantum dots are removed, thus leaving cavities in the silicon quantum dot-silicon nitride film, i.e., forming a final textured surface on the silicon quantum dot-silicon nitride film.
NOVELTY - This invention is about the manufacture of copper alloy target, including: rudiment target generation, followed by heat treatment or thermal annealing at temperature ranging from 500 DEG C to 850 DEG C to restrict the composition phase to less than 25% in the target. This invention also describes sputtering film generated on the copper alloy target described above, and a solar cell equipped with the sputtering film. The nearly-monophase copper alloy target in this invention does not induce microarcing, meanwhile contributes to even sputtering speed and uniform film on the target surface, therefore ensures higher film quality and yield rate.
NOVELTY - The current collector has a conductive layer that includes an electrode-facing surface and an opposing surface, where the conductive layer is a metal selected from a group of platinum, aluminum, copper, nickel or stainless steel. A textured coating with peaks and valleys is formed over and in contact with the majority of the area of electrode-facing surface, where the textured coating includes carbon black, natural graphite, artificial graphite, graphite carbon, carbon nanotubes, carbon nanowires, metal fibers and metal nanowires.    USE - Current collector used in electrochemical cells (claimed) e.g. batteries and fuel cells, and capacitors e.g. EDLC (claimed) and hybrid capacitors.    ADVANTAGE - The textured coating onto the current collector lowers the interfacial resistance between electrode and current collector, hence the energy density and efficiency of the device containing the current collector are improved. The peaks and valleys of textured coating increase the surface area between electrode and conductive layer to increase the adhesion between the two surfaces of conductive layer, hence the mechanical stability and thermal robustness of the device containing current collector are improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method of forming current collector;    (2) method of forming electric double layer capacitor (EDLC) assembly; and    (3) EDLC.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating method of measuring thru-plane area-specific resistance of aluminum conductive layer of current collector.    Ceramic cylinders (605a,605b)    Conductive layer (610)    Silver foil contacts (615a,615b)    Load (620)
NOVELTY - The rods are composed of ultrapure silicon having length of 2 m and diameter of 5 mm. Diameter of the rods is greater than 100 mm obtained by deposition of silicon-containing gas. The rods are brought into contact with hydrogen at an end of deposition process during a cooling phase in a reactor. A hydrogen flow rate and/or hydrogen pressure is selected such that the power required for the selected flow rate and/or pressure for maintaining deposition temperature is 50 percent of the power at the end of deposition and not less than 5 kilowatt per 1 m rod length.    USE - Polycrystalline silicon rods for use in semiconductor industry and solar industry for production of solar cells for photovoltaics.    ADVANTAGE - The rods have improved breaking properties in order to significantly reduce the associated contamination of silicon fragments and to reduce the proportion of silicon fragments having undesired sizes and falling over in the reactor. The rods are prevented from falling over during the cooling phase to reduce the production costs of the rods.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has a p-type silicon thin film layer (3) and an n-type silicon thin film layer (5) formed on the surfaces of single crystal silicon substrate (1) respectively. A transparent electrode is placed on the p-type and n-type silicon thin film layer. The transparent electrode is formed hydrogen-doped electroconductive oxide layer (7). The carrier concentration of transparent electrode is more than 2asterisk2021cm-3. The resistivity of the transparent electrode is equal to or less than 2asterisk10-4 ohmasteriskcm.    USE - Crystalline silicon solar cell for solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - The reduction of thin film formation of transparent electrode is attained by using the transparent electrode of high conductivity, while reducing the light absorption loss, so that the photoelectric conversion efficiency of solar cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of crystalline silicon solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of crystalline silicon solar cell.    Substrate (1)    P-type silicon thin film layer (3)    N-type silicon thin film layer (5)    Electroconductive oxide layer (7)    Collector electrode (8)
NOVELTY - The method involves positioning a condensing lens (16) on a substrate (10). The laser beams (20,22,26) are irradiated to the substrate surface for condensing the laser beam inside the substrate. The condensing lens and substrate are moved relatively for forming a modified layer (12) in the inside of the substrate. The modified layer is exposed on the substrate side wall for etching the modified layer.    USE - Method for slicing substrate such as sapphire substrate and semiconductor wafer used for solar cell, gallium-nitride type semiconductor device, LED, laser diode, silicon-carbide type power device, hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Thin semiconductor wafer can be manufactured easily within short time with improved product rate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view illustrating the process for slicing substrate.    Substrate (10)    Modified layer (12)    Condensing lens (16)    Laser beams (20,22,26)    Laser spot (24)
NOVELTY - The laser beam (22) is irradiated on the substrate surface, and the laser beam is condensed by a laser condensing unit (16). The laser condensing unit and the substrate (10) are moved relatively, and the modified layer (12) is formed in the inner side of the substrate. The modified layer on the substrate side wall is exposed, and the groove is etched in the modified layer using sodium hydroxide aqueous solution. The substrate is peeled on the basis of the groove.    USE - Substrate slice method for cutting silicon wafer for manufacturing solar cell, gallium nitride type semiconductor device, light emitting diode, laser diode, silicon carbide type power device, and used in illumination field and hybrid/electric vehicle field. Can also be used in cutting sapphire substrate.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate can be peeled easily by forming the groove in the modified layer. The thin semiconductor wafer can be manufactured in short time, and product rate is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the explanatory view of the substrate slicing process.    Substrate (10)    Modified layer (12)    Laser condensing unit (16)    Laser beam (22)    Laser spot (24)
NOVELTY - The source has nozzles (31,32) that includes slit-shaped opening (A) extended with a width on a tank (30) accommodating vacuum deposition material. A heat insulation portion (34) is provided in the tank with an opening (B) exposing the slit-shaped opening of the nozzle and covering outer wall of the tank and the nozzles. The deposition material is vaporized, when the nozzle is heated to specific temperature set according to melting point of the material.    USE - Linear deposition source for film forming apparatus (claimed) for forming copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) film for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - solidification of raw material in vicinity of the nozzles can be suppressed and CIGS film can be formed continuously.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) film forming apparatus;    (2) usage method of linear deposition source; and    (3) film forming method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional views of the linear deposition source.    Tank (30)    Nozzles (31,32)    Heat insulation portion (34)    Connection portion (35)    Openings (A,B)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has preparation extraction chamber that is fixed to film formation chamber (11) through opening and closing portion. The substrate removal chamber and preparation extraction chamber are arranged in parallel. The carrier is carried out and in with respect to film formation chamber, so as to form film on substrate. A nitrogen gas supply source (158) supplies nitrogen gas and is connected to supply pipe (151) having several gas outlets ports (157) which inject gas with respect to by-product adhered to interior of film forming chamber.    USE - Tandem type thin film solar cell manufacturing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Since the carrier is carried out and in with respect to film formation chamber, so as to form film on substrate, productive efficiency can be improved. Since the substrate removal chamber and preparation extraction chamber are arranged in parallel, the size of the apparatus can be reduced. Since the nitrogen gas supply source supplies nitrogen gas and is connected to supply pipe having several gas outlets, the by-product adhered to interior of film forming chamber can be prevented, thus preventing decline in conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of film forming chamber.    Film formation chamber (11)    Nitrogen gas supply unit (150)    Nitrogen gas supply pipe (151)    Gas outlet port (157)    Nitrogen gas supply source (158)
NOVELTY - The substrate holder (1) has a chemical vacuum deposition (CVD) chamber inside which a glass substrate (20) is heated when implementing chemical vacuum deposition for exposing the substrate to source gas atmosphere and forming a thin film on the substrate. A carbon-fiber-reinforced carbon composite material having a surface which is the same as the surface of the substrate is adhered to the surface (25) of substrate holder.    USE - Substrate holder for use during formation of thin film (claimed) on e.g. glass substrate, and other substrate used in manufacture of electric power generation solar cell panel, etc., in low power CVD (LPCVD) apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The breakage of substrate holder can be prevented reliably and its heat conductivity can be improved, while preventing temperature variation of substrate surface when the substrate is heated. The substrate surface can be heated uniformly. The durability of substrate holder can be improved, and since the holder can be used continuously for a long period, the replacement cost can be reduced. An efficient chemical vapor deposition can be implemented, and a thin film can be formed with high precision. The film formation efficiency can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for thin film formation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the substrate holder to which a glass substrate is attached.    Substrate holder (1)    Recessed portion (5)    Glass substrate (20)    Substrate contact surface (25)    Sealing element (31)
NOVELTY - The solar cell has indium oxide layers (6,7) that are formed on upper and lower sides of substrate (1) through intrinsic type amorphous silicon layers (2,4) respectively. The thickness of substrate is 150 mu m or less. A quadrangular pyramid is provided in texture structure having incident side surface and back side surface. The arithmetic mean deviation in incident side surface of substrate is 1500 nm or less. The arithmetic mean deviation on back surface side is 2000 nm or more.    USE - Crystalline silicon heterojunction solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion efficiency of solar cell is enhanced while improving the optical confinement characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate (1)    Amorphous silicon layers (2,4)    Indium oxide layers (6,7)    Collector electrodes (8,9)    Cover glass (12)
NOVELTY - The product of the spectrum of incident light and the quantum efficiency of the photoelectric converting layer (3) are computed. The titanium oxide layer (51) and the zinc oxide layer (52) of a predetermined film thickness are transmitted by the spectrum of the light, such that the average transmittance of the light is computed from the computed weighted function. The film thickness of the titanium oxide layer and the zinc oxide layer is determined to consider the reduction preventing effect of the titanium oxide layer based on the film thickness of the zinc oxide layer.    USE - Manufacturing method of photoelectric conversion apparatus (claimed) e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the film thickness of the titanium oxide layer and a zinc oxide layer can be determined, the high output photoelectric conversion apparatus can be obtained reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photoelectric conversion apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the photoelectric conversion apparatus.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate (1)    Transparent electrode layer (2)    Photoelectric converting layer (3)    Titanium oxide layer (51)    Zinc oxide layer (52)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (24) has subcells (28,30,32) with a quantum dot subcell. The p-n junctions or p-i-n junctions formed subcells are located in series. The quantum dot subcell is provided with strained epitaxially-grown semiconductor layers including self-assembled quantum dots. The quantum dot subcell is pseudomorphically grown on another subcell.    USE - Monolithic, multijunction, semiconductor photovoltaic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The quantum dot subcell provided with strained epitaxially-grown semiconductor layers including self-assembled quantum dots to enhance the conversion efficiency by recovering some of the photon energy that is in excess of the semiconductor bandgap so that the efficiency of the photovoltaic solar cell is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the graph illustrating the spectral intensity for solar spectrum as the function of wavelength and sectional view of solar cell.    Solar cell (24)    Subcells (28,30,32)    Tunnel junctions (38,40)    Window (42)    Antireflection layer (44)
NOVELTY - The method involves depositing layer of heavily doped crystalline-Silicon on metallurgical-grade silicon substrate. A lightly doped crystalline-Silicon layer is formed on heavily crystalline layer. The metallurgical-grade substrate and heavily doped layer are removed. A passivation layers are formed on front and back side of lightly doped crystalline-Silicon layer. An emitter is formed on front-side passivation layer. A BSF layer is formed on back of passivation layer. Front-back side electrode grids (318,320) are formed.    USE - Method for fabricating double-sided heterojunction solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The high-efficiency double-sided heterojunction solar cell can be fabricated by epitaxially growing an ultra-thin layer of heavily doped crystalline silicon acting as an impurity-getter layer. The transparent conductive oxide layers are provided so that good conductive anti-reflective coating is ensured. The encapsulation of the front surface maintains the quality of the front layers.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for double-sided heterojunction solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the fabrication of double-sided heterojunction solar cell.    Front-side conductive layer (310)    Back side electrode (318)    Front side electrode (320)    Metal strip (322)
NOVELTY - Forming a thin film solar cell structure comprises depositing a layer of ink comprising elemental silicon particles, where the ink has a z-average secondary particle size of no more than about 250 nm as determined by dynamic light scattering on an ink sample diluted to 0.4 wt.% if initially having a greater concentration; and sintering the elemental silicon particles to form a polycrystalline layer as an element of a p-n junction diode structure where the overall the structure comprises a p-doped elemental silicon layer and an n-doped elemental silicon layer.    USE - The method is useful for forming thin film solar cell structure (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides improved method for forming thin film solar cell structure, that is cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a thin film solar cell comprising a composite layer having a composite of polycrystalline silicon and amorphous silicon with a textured interface between domains of the polycrystalline silicon and amorphous silicon that on average form adjacent layers, where the overall structure comprises a p-doped elemental silicon layer and an n-doped elemental silicon layer forming a diode junction and where the texture reflects the crystallite size of the polycrystalline material.
NOVELTY - Composition comprises: an ethylene copolymer and ethylene monomer bearing a polar function; and at least one solution (b) of organic peroxide comprising tert-butyl 2-ethylperhexanoate, tert-amyl 2-ethylperhexanoate and dilauroyl peroxide, where the mass quantity of the peroxide solution is 5-30 wt.%.    USE - The composition is useful: for the preparation of the film, which is useful as encapsulant film of photovoltaic cells; for the preparation of photovoltaic module (all claimed); and as masterbatch composition in photovoltaic modules; and for crosslinking photovoltaic cell encapsulant.    ADVANTAGE - The composition improves the yield of manufacturing of photovoltaic modules, and performance of photovoltaic cells. The preparation of the photovoltaic modules using the composition is rapid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) preparing the composition comprising: contacting the peroxide solution comprising tert-butyl 2-ethylperhexanoate, tert-amyl 2-ethylperhexanoate and dilauroyl peroxide with the copolymer; absorption of the peroxide solution by the copolymer by stirring; and recovering the composition;    (2) a film comprising the composition and an encapsulant polymer comprising polyolefins; and    (3) preparing a photovoltaic module comprising assembling layers of solar cells, encapsulant film and protective layers and curing the module, preferably at a temperature of greater than or equal to the degradation temperature of the peroxide.
NOVELTY - The sputter cathode has V-shaped electrode plane and magnetic pole surface which opposes in parallel or taper shape on both sides of V-shaped electrode plane. The magnetic pole surface is in reverse polarity with respect to electrode plane. The distance between the electrode planes is 100 mm or less. The length of electrode plane along longitudinal direction is 300 mm or more.    USE - Sputter cathode used in manufacture of multilayer film, high quality transparent electrode, gas barrier film, solar cell, optical filter, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The film-forming rate can be improved. The sputtered particles can be removed easily. The damage to the substrate can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the sputter cathode. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrode (1)    Magnet (2)    Magnetic yoke (3)    Line of magnetic force (4)    Target (5)
NOVELTY - The collector (11) has a resin layer (2) in which a lithium content layer (3) and a lithium occlusion layer (4) are formed. The lithium content layer has high electro-conductivity at the vicinity. The lithium occlusion layer is formed at the vicinity of the lithium content layer whose thickness is 0.01-0.03 mu m.    USE - Collector for bipolar secondary battery (claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery, sodium ion secondary battery, potassium ion secondary battery, nickel hydrogen secondary battery, nickel cadmium secondary battery and electric double layer capacitor used in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, fuel cell vehicle, hybrid fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the lithium occlusion layer is formed at the vicinity of the lithium content layer, the penetration of lithium ion inside the collector can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for bipolar secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the collector.    Resin layer (2)    Lithium content layer (3)    Lithium occlusion layer (4)    Collector (11)
NOVELTY - A solder joint has intermetallic compound formed between solder joint portion and sintered article which is obtained by baking electroconductive paste containing copper powder and/or aluminum powder (2), metal nanoparticles (1) and binder (3), and soldering using tin-copper-nickel-type lead-free soldering material.    USE - Solder joint is used for solar cell and electronic component.    ADVANTAGE - The solder joint has excellent electroconductivity, heat resistance and joint strength.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of electroconductive paste.    Metal nanoparticles (1)    Copper powder or aluminum powder (2)    Binder (3)
NOVELTY - The thin film manufacturing apparatus (1) has an opening that is formed in substrate entry and exit chamber, through which substrate is passed. A sliding door is arranged with respect to the main section of the entry and exit chamber. A tube is arranged to surround the circumference of the opening of the main section of entry and exit chamber, into which gas is supplied. The tube is expanded or contracted at the time of supplying or discharging gas so that the circumference of the opening of the main section is sealed by supplying gas.    USE - Apparatus for manufacturing thin film for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Circumference of the opening of the main section can be sealed by supplying gas to the tube so that the sliding motion of the door is not barred. Freedom degree of installation position of the door is made high and formation process of thin film can be performed effectively. Damage to the surrounding element during movement of door can be avoided even when the door is moved along predetermined direction. The necessity of providing fixing element for fixing position of door can be eliminated so that the structure of thin film manufacturing apparatus can be simplified at low cost and assembly process of the thin film manufacturing apparatus can be performed effectively. Shape of the tube can be changed during sealing so that the indoor sealing can be implemented efficiently. Film forming can be performed favorably at low cost and productive efficiency of the thin film manufacturing apparatus can be improved. Usability of the thin film manufacturing apparatus can be enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for thin film manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the thin film manufacturing apparatus.    Thin film manufacturing apparatus (1)    Film formation chamber (2)    Film forming anteroom (3)    Unloading chamber (4)    Opening connection portion (23)
NOVELTY - A lightweight substrate (1) has a pair of thin film glasses (2,2a) and an intermediate layer (3) interposed between thin film glasses. The intermediate layer essentially contains resin, and has water-vapor-permeation rate of less than 1x 10-2 g/(m2.day).    USE - Lightweight substrate is used for display components e.g. organic electroluminescent element and electronic paper, illumination component, solar cell component (all claimed), and liquid-crystal component.    ADVANTAGE - The lightweight substrate has excellent gas-barrier property and surface property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for illumination component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of lightweight substrate.    Lightweight substrate (1)    Thin film glasses (2,2a)    Intermediate layer (3)
NOVELTY - Resin particles are made to contact with an ultraviolet absorber while impregnating resin particles with a blowing agent, to form expandable resin particles. The expandable resin particles are pre-expanded, to form pre-expanded bead. The beads are molded using in-mold expansion molding method, to obtain foam-molded product.    USE - Manufacture of foam-molded product e.g. transport/storage containers for liquid crystal display panels, solar cells, semiconductor wafers and semiconductor devices.    ADVANTAGE - The foam-molded products have ultraviolet-absorbing property, impact resistance and rigidity.
NOVELTY - A substrate (10) is provided, and a dielectric layer (30) containing boron or phosphorus is deposited on the substrate. An undoped oxide-containing cap (40) is deposited on the dielectric layer, to obtain dielectric component. The oxide-containing cap has thickness of 50-350 Angstrom .    USE - Manufacture of dielectric component for electronic device (both claimed) e.g. opto electronic device, solar cell, micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) structure and semiconductor device in integrated circuit industry.    ADVANTAGE - The defect formation on silicate glass layer is suppressed. The moisture resistance and flowability are maintained with reduced defect formation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of semiconductor device.    Substrate (10)    Primary layer (20)    Dielectric layer (30)    Undoped oxide-containing cap (40)    Section of cap layer (42)
NOVELTY - Polyester film comprises laminated structure having polyester layer (P1 layer) containing crystalline polyester and an inorganic particle and polyester layer (P2 layer) containing crystalline polyester, inorganic particle and hydrolysis-proof agent. The inorganic particle content (Wa2) in P2 layer is 10 %mass or more. The difference between the amount of inorganic particle in P2 layer and amount of inorganic particle in P1 layer (Wa2-Wa1) is 5-25 %mass. The content of the hydrolysis-proof agent (Wb2) in P2 layer is 0.02-1.5 %mass.    USE - The polyester film is useful for solar cell backsheet used in solar cell (both claimed) and planar heating element, flat cable, capacitor, motor vehicle material and building materials.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent moldability, and heat resistance, chemical resistance, UV resistance, and moisture resistance and light reflection properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell back sheet.
NOVELTY - Biaxially-oriented polyester film comprises polyester having viscosity of 0.65-0.90 dl/g which is measured using phenol/tetrachloroethane solution (mass ratio 50/50) at 23 degrees C, carboxyl group (0-26 eq/t) and phosphorus element (0-170 ppm). The polyester film has contraction ratio (in longitudinal direction) of 0.8% or less after heating at 150 degrees C for 30 minutes.    USE - The polyester film is useful for sealing back surface of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The polyester film is cost-effective and environmentally-friendly, and has excellent hydrolysis resistance property, rigidity and low contraction rate.
NOVELTY - A glass/resin laminate (10) consists of a glass substrate (12) and a resin layer (14) containing a polyimide obtained by condense-polymerizing an aromatic diamine having a benzoxazole structure, and aromatic tetracarboxylic acid anhydrides. The difference between the mean coefficient of linear expansion at 25-300 degrees C of the glass substrate and the resin layer is -100x 10-7/ degrees C to +100x 10-7/ degrees C. At least one outermost layer of a laminate is the glass substrate.    USE - Glass/resin laminate is used for manufacturing glass-substrate laminates used in manufacture of electronic devices (all claimed) e.g. organic electroluminescent panel, solar cell, and thin film secondary battery.    ADVANTAGE - The glass/resin laminate has excellent surface flatness, handleability, and heat resistance. Curvature during heating/cooling and peeling is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) glass-substrate laminate;    (2) manufacture of glass-substrate laminate; and    (3) manufacture of electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the side view of the glass/resin laminate.    Glass/resin laminate (10)    Glass substrate (12)    Surfaces (12a,14a)    Resin layer (14)
NOVELTY - The metal particle containing solution containing silver (Ag) or copper (Cu) is applied on a substrate (10) for forming a conductive layer (2). The pattern printing of metal particle removal solution (20) containing organometallic complex salt such as iron-aminopolycarboxylic acid complex salt, thiosulfate and water soluble binder such as sodium carboxymethylcellulose is performed on a portion of conductive layer. The resulting printing material is washed for removing the portion of conductive layer applied with metal particle removing solution to form a non-conductive portion.    USE - Pattern electrode manufacturing method for use in e.g. LCD device, electroluminescent display device, plasma display panel (PDP), electrochemical display panel, solar cell and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The pattern electrode with excellent conductivity, transparency and etching property is produced by using the metal particle removing solution. The chemical treatment is performed rapidly and environmental pollution is prevented by using the metal particle removal solution containing organic complex salt of iron.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for pattern electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the pattern electrode manufacturing method.    Conductive layer (2)    Substrate (10)    Metal particle removing solution (20)    Pattern electrode (30)
NOVELTY - Apparatus (1) for coating (16) a substrate with a layer of inhomogeneous but continuous thickness comprises a substrate holding device (4); and a coating device (5) comprising at least one coating source (6) which is arranged at a distance from the holding device. At least one magnetizing device (7) generates a predetermined magnetic field (15) in the region between the substrate (2) and the coating source. The magnetizing device is arranged on the opposite side of the holding device to the coating source.    USE - An apparatus for coating a layer of inhomogeneous but continuous thickness on substrate of semiconductor component, i.e. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus can flexibly influence the deposition rate in predetermined, local regions on the substrate by suitable distribution of the field strength of the magnetic field in the region between sputtering source and the substrate. Required layer thickness can be achieved in a shorter time on account of the locally increased deposition rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for coating a substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of the coating method.    Apparatus (1)    Substrate (2)    Holding device (4)    Coating device (5)    Coating source (6)    Magnetizing device (7)    Magnetic field (15)    Coating (16)
NOVELTY - A conductive electrode comprising molybdenum is deposited on a glass substrate (1), and a major surface of electrode is textured to obtain a textured electrode comprising molybdenum and having textured reflective surface. The textured electrode supported by glass substrate is used as rear electrode (10), and photovoltaic device is manufactured.    USE - Manufacture of photovoltaic device (claimed) e.g. copper indium selenide (CIS) solar cell or copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic device is manufactured with favorable electrical and reflective characteristics, and improved electrical power conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of photovoltaic device.    Glass substrate (1)    Via adhesive (2)    Front electrode (3)    Light absorption semiconductor film (5)    Rear electrode (10)
NOVELTY - A transparent polymer film is attached on a glass, and glass is placed on upper side of electrodes provided in the interior of a chamber maintained in vacuum or atmospheric environment. Electric power is supplied to the electrodes under the environment, and polymer film is etched to form nano size turfs in circular cone shapes.    USE - Formation of nano size turfs on surface of transparent polymer film used in solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The nano size turfs are reliably and stably formed on surface of transparent polymer film. The light efficiency of solar cell is effectively improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell transparent polymer film; and    (2) method for enhancing transmittance of transparent polymer film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of light path during optical coating.
NOVELTY - The method involves injecting silicone (15) into mixer (20), and operating motor (22) so as to crystallize silicone until melting point of silicone reaches preset value. The silicone is agitated so as to diffuse boron (18). The mixer is provided with blade (27) which is connected to lower portion of rotary plate (25) that is connected to shaft of motor.    USE - Method for fabricating ingot used for manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The boron can be diffused reliably and fabrication process can be simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of ingot manufacturing machine.    Silicone (15)    Boron (18)    Mixer (20)    Motor (22)    Rotary plate (25)    Blade (27)
NOVELTY - The solar module comprises solar cells, which have a transparent cover in the direction of the sun, where the transparent cover comprises a borosilicate glass. The glass is doped with a fluorescent ion in the proportion of 0.5-20 wt.%, which has atomic number in the periodic table of 63. The fluorescent ion is present in the valence of 3+ in the glass. The refractive index of the glass is less than 1.55.    USE - Used as a solar module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar module can be manufactured with good chemical and mechanical resistance, good stability and improved conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a transmission curves of borosilicate glass without doping (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The solar power battery has thin-film battery units that are distributed in an array, and connected in parallel to battery anode and cathode by a printed circuit. A transparent protection membrane is pasted to a surface of the battery through heating. The upper and lower electrodes of adjacent subunits are connected in series into the thin-film battery unit by the printed circuit. A gap between solar battery unit and the thin-film battery subunit is filled by protective insulating varnish.    USE - Flexible solar power battery.    ADVANTAGE - The flexible solar power battery is low in weight, convenient to carry and mount. The structure with combination of series connection and parallel connection guaranteed certain output voltage with no influence on whole structure due to damage of one portion thus the service life of the battery is prolonged.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INORGANIC CHEMISTRY - The transparent protection membrane is formed from a polyimide thin film. A silicon dioxide-titanium dioxide (SiO2-TiO2) or SiO2-zirconium oxide (SiO2-ZrO2) wideband anti-reflection films are orderly arranged on surface of the polyimide thin film. The transparent conducting layer is made of indium-tin oxide (ITO). A flexible substrate is made of high temperature resistant fluorine material, silica gel or high temperature resistant flexible material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the flexible solar power battery.
NOVELTY - An article (10) has a low reflection film (14) formed on the surface of a base material (12). The low reflection film has layers (16,18,20) sequentially arranged from side of base material. The refractive index of layer (16) is more than that of layer (20). The refractive index of layer (20) is more than that of layer (18).    USE - Article e.g. cover glass for solar cell (claimed), display device including liquid crystal display, plasma display panel, organic electroluminescent display and cathode ray tube, window glass for vehicles (motor vehicles, electric train and aircraft), window glass for residence and cover glass for touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The article has excellent reflection prevention property and improved light transmittance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of article.    Article (10)    Base material (12)    Low reflection film (14)    Layers (16,18,20)
NOVELTY - A paste composition for an electrode of a solar cell, comprises a phosphorus-containing dispersing agent.    USE - For an electrode of a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The phosphorus-containing dispersing agent strongly adsorbs on the surface of the metal powder to improve the dispersing property of the paste composition. Thus, the phosphorus-containing dispersing agent prevents agglomeration of the metal powder when the paste composition is prepared. Thus, the content of the metal powder in the paste composition is increased so that the electric and mechanical characteristics of the electrode manufactured by using the present paste composition are improved. As a result, the efficiency of the solar cell including the electrode manufactured by using the present paste composition is improved. The stability of the paste composition is enhanced due to the phosphorus-containing dispersing agent, so that the paste composition can be prevented from being deformed when preparing the paste composition. Accordingly, productivity is improved when manufacturing the electrode by using the paste composition and reliability of the electrode is improved.
NOVELTY - A high concentrated photovoltaic solar cell module (400) comprises a substrate (140); a Group III-V semiconductor solar cell (430); and a set of Fresnel lenses (110, 120) including a first Fresnel lens and a second Fresnel lens. The first Fresnel lens is disposed above the Group III-V semiconductor solar cell, and the second Fresnel lens is disposed above the first Fresnel lens, such that sunlight passing through the two Fresnel lenses are focused and concentrated onto the Group III-V semiconductor solar cell with a high concentration ratio.    USE - A high concentrated photovoltaic (HCPV) solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The HCPV solar cell module has small volume, light weight, and cost saving, and is devoid of the problem of a conventional single piece Fresnel lens of insufficient light concentration capability. Thus, the Group III-V semiconductor solar cell receives much more sunlights per unit area, achieves high photoelectric conversion efficiency, and reduces number and area required by the Group III-V semiconductor solar cell, thus reducing production cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic diagram of an HCPV solar cell module.    Fresnel lenses (110, 120)    Substrate (140)    Photovoltaic solar cell module (400)    Group III-V semiconductor solar cell (430)    Heat-electric conversion cell (450)
NOVELTY - A dihalo indolocarbazole monomer (I) or (II) is new.    USE - Dihalo indolocarbazole monomer is used for oligomer or polymer used for material for charge transport layer e.g. hole transport layer and article for manufacturing organic electronic device e.g. light-emitting diode, light-emitting diode display, diode laser, photodetector, photoconductive cell, photoresistor, photoswitch, phototransistor, phototube, IR-detector, photovoltaic device, solar cell, light sensor, photoconductor, electrophotographic device, or organic transistor (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The monomer provides polymer with high molecular weight and favorable solubility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A dihalo indolocarbazole monomer of formula (I) or (II) is new.    R1=2'-ethylhexyl, or 2-(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethyl;and    R1'=R1 including H.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) compound comprising an oligomer or a polymer made from the monomer;    (2) manufacture of monomer; and    (3) manufacture of organic electronic device (100), which involves providing an article comprising material having monomer, polymer or oligomer, and assembling article with a substrate and a display.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of organic electronic device.    Organic electronic device (100)    Substrate (105)    Anode layer (110)    Buffer layer (120)    Organic layer (130)
NOVELTY - The component has a coated toughened glass (1), two ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) rubber films (2, 4), a solar battery piece (3) and a tedlar (RTM: polyvinyl fluoride) polyester tedlar (RTM: polyvinyl fluoride) (TPT) back film (5) arranged in up and down manner and formed by vacuum lamination gluing. A rectangular aluminum frame is formed by assembling a pair of short edges and a pair of long edges, where an end part of a long edge section is provided with a socket groove and an end part of a short edge section is provided with a socket strip for insertion into the groove.    USE - Solar photovoltaic coated component.    ADVANTAGE - The component is simple in structure. The component can enable more solar light to reach a silicon wafer for increasing photoelectrical conversion efficiency of a solar battery. The component permits a light transmission rate of the coated toughened glass to be increased above 1.5 times so that practical usage quality of the component can be ensured, thus improving photoelectrical conversion efficiency of the component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar photovoltaic coated component.    Coated toughened glass (1)    Ethylene vinyl acetate rubber films (2, 4)    Solar battery piece (3)    Polyvinyl fluoride polyester polyvinyl fluoride back film (5)
NOVELTY - The component has a piece of dual-matte toughened glass (1) formed by vacuum lamination and synthesis. Two ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) rubber films (2, 4), a solar cell piece (3) and a tedlar-polyester-tedlar (TPT) back film (5) are arranged from top to bottom of the component. A rectangular aluminum frame is formed by splicing a pair of short sides and a pair of long sides. Spliced corners of the frame are provided with multiple water drop holes formed by primary punching of a die, where one side of the punching material of each drop hole is connected to each drop hole.    USE - Solar photovoltaic dual-matte component.    ADVANTAGE - The component is simple in structure and can enable more solar energy light to arrive at a silicon sheet to improve photoelectric conversion ratio and efficiency of the solar cell. The dual-matte toughened glass is conducted with the surface nano-dual matte processing to achieve anti-reflection and self-cleaning function. The component improves light transmission ratio of the dual-matte toughened glass by more than 1.5 percentage and ensures actual use quality of the component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar photovoltaic dual-matte component.    Dual-matte toughened glass (1)    Ethylene vinyl acetate rubber film (2, 4)    Solar cell piece (3)    Tedlar-polyester-tedlar back film (5)
NOVELTY - The pack is formed by combining a common tempered glass layer (1), three ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) layers (2), a battery sheet layer (3) and a ultra-white embossed tempered glass layer (4) together.    USE - Double-sided glass curtain wall structured solar battery pack for use in roof and outer vertical surface of a building to supply power for providing light.    ADVANTAGE - The pack can generate electrical power, and improves appearance of a building. The pack has wide application range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar battery pack.    Common tempered glass layer (1)    Ethylene vinyl acetate layers (2)    Battery sheet layer (3)    Ultra-white embossed tempered glass layer (4)
NOVELTY - The battery has a back electrode layer formed on a substrate layer, and a heavy doped P plus layer arranged between a P-type copper-indium-gallium-selenium thin film layer of a copper-indium-gallium-selenium P-N link layer and the electrode layer. A heavy doped N plus layer is arranged between an N type copper-indium-gallium-selenium buffer layer of the P-N link layer and a P-type noncrystalline silicon layer of a noncrystalline silicon P-I-N link layer. An N type noncrystalline silicon layer of the noncrystalline silicon P-I-N link layer is adjacent to a transparent conductive oxide layer.    USE - Thin film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The noncrystalline silicon P-I-N link layer is reasonable in thickness. The near infrared spectral energy can be sufficiently absorbed by the copper-indium-gallium-selenium P-N link layer, so that the power of the battery is greatly improved. The P plus layer and the N plus layer are added to reinforce floating speed and discharge volume of carrier in a photovoltaic module and improve power of the battery. The power of the battery is improved by 1.5 percent. The battery has high reliability. The manufacturing cost of the battery is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The battery has a conducting layer i.e. n-type aluminum-doped zinc oxide layer, arranged between the N type copper-indium-gallium-selenium buffer layer and an N plus layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a thin film solar battery.
NOVELTY - The battery a solar battery die set arranged between a back electrode layer and a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) layer. A copper-indium-gallium-selenium P-N link layer and a noncrystalline silicon P-I-N link layer are adjacently arranged to each other. A heavy doped P plus layer is arranged between a P-type copper-indium-gallium-selenium thin film layer of a double-link layer and the back electrode layer. A heavy doped N plus layer is arranged between an N type noncrystalline silicon layer of the double-link layer and the TCO layer.    USE - Thin film photovoltaic solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The noncrystalline silicon P-I-N link layer of the battery is reasonable in thickness. The battery absorbs near infrared spectral energy sufficiently by the copper-indium-gallium-selenium P-N link layer, so that power output efficiency of the battery is improved. The heavy doped N plus layer is arranged between the N type noncrystalline silicon layer of the double-link layer and the transparent conductive oxide layer, so as to strengthen floating speed and discharge volume of a carrier in a photovoltaic subassembly. The battery is high in reliability and low in manufacturing cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a thin film photovoltaic solar battery.
NOVELTY - The battery has a substrate layer provided with a back electrode layer. A solar battery die set is arranged between the back electrode layer and a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) layer. A heavily doped P+ layer is arranged between a N-type copper-indium-gallium-selenium buffer layer of a copper-indium-gallium-selenium P-N link layer and a P-type non crystalline silicon layer of a non crystalline silicon P-I-N link layer. A heavily doped N+ layer is arranged between an N-type non crystalline silicon layer of the non crystalline silicon P-I-N link layer and the TCO layer.    USE - Thin film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The copper-indium-gallium-selenium P-N link layer can absorb the near infrared spectral energy, so that power of the battery is improved. The battery is provided with an ultra-thin and heavily doped P+ layer and N+ layer that are arranged outside the P-type non crystalline silicon layer and the N-type non crystalline silicon layer of the non crystalline silicon P-I-N link layer, thus reinforcing electric field intensity in I-type non crystalline silicon layer, and hence improving power of the battery. The battery has high reliability, and can be manufactured at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a thin film solar battery.
NOVELTY - Method for manufacturing electronic device, involves removing protective film from composite film containing (a) gas barrier film having support portion and gas barrier layer and (b) protective film attached to the gas barrier layer of the gas barrier film, peeling the protective film attached to the gas barrier film and attaching the electronic device to the peeled surface. The protective film attached to the surface of the gas barrier film can be easily peeled.    USE - The method is useful for manufacturing electronic device chosen from electronic panel, liquid crystal display element, thin-film transistor, touch panel, electronic paper and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The composite film has excellent antistatic property. The electrical charging of the film can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) composite film; and    (2) method for sealing electronic device.
NOVELTY - A photosensitive resin composition comprises (in %mass) alkali-soluble binder resin (10-90), photosensitive compounds having ethylenically unsaturated double bond (5-50), radical photopolymerization initiator (0.01-20), radical polymerization inhibitor (0.1-20), nonionic photoacid generator (0.05-20) and oxetane compounds (1-40).    USE - Photosensitive resin composition is used for manufacture of pattern substrate for forming electromagnetic wave shield and transparent conductive substrate (all claimed), partition material for printed circuit board, plasma display and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photosensitive resin composition has excellent storage stability and solvent resistance. The resist pattern can be formed economically using photosensitive resin composition, by simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of pattern substrate;    (2) formation of electromagnetic wave shield; and    (3) formation of transparent conductive substrate.
NOVELTY - A phosphine sulfide compound (I) is new.    USE - Phosphine sulfide compound is used for electrode buffer material for buffer layer of photoelectric conversion element used in solar cell e.g. organic thin film solar cell (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to motor vehicles, trunk lid, door, front fender, pillar, bumper, rear view mirror, handrail, outer wall of water purification plant, sound insulation wall of high way, outer wall of parking lot, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode buffer material obtained using the photoelectric conversion element has high heat resistance, and maintains favorable interaction and mobility with electrode.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A phosphine sulfide compound of formula: P(=S)(-Ar1)(-Ar2)(-Ar3) (I), is new.    Ar1-Ar3=optionally substituted aromatic group, where at least one or more of double bonds are 7 or more condensed polycyclic aromatic groups.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photoelectric conversion element, which has an active layer and a buffer layer (106) containing an electrode buffer material having phosphine sulfide compound (I), between pair of electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of photoelectric conversion element.    Substrate (100)    Transparent electrode (101)    Electroconductive material (102)    P-type semiconductor (103)    Mixed layer (104)    N-type semiconductor (105)    Buffer layer (106)
NOVELTY - A back surface integrated sheet (1) is obtained by integrating a back sheet (2) provided on back-surface side of solar cell module and a back-surface side filler layer (3) by lamination process. The filler layer has storage elastic modulus of 1x 106-1x 108 Pa at 0-50 degrees C and frequency of 10 Hz, and loss modulus/storage elastic modulus ratio of 0.05-0.5.    USE - Back surface integrated sheet is used for solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The back surface integrated sheet effectively suppresses curvature, and improves quality and productivity of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of back surface integrated sheet.    Back surface integrated sheet (1)    Surfaces (1a,3a)    Back sheet (2)    Back-surface side filler layer (3)    Embossed surface (31)
NOVELTY - Solar cell array is arranged on a scale with multiple numbers in parallel manner, where light transmitting elements (4) comprises light fittings for transmitting light. Element is integrated as a light-conducting unit into the body, which comprises one or multiple light-conducting fiber (5). The composite system has two independent layers, where transparent polymer layer (2) and translucent polymer layer (1) are provided in between the layers. Two photo-active solar cells (3) are provided with substrate layers that illuminate light beams.    USE - Solar cell array for generating photo-electric and chemical electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell array is simple and cost-effective, and converts light energy into electrical energy efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included lighting equipment, which comprises support material for fluorescent dyes, which are perylene, stilbenes, coumarins, rhodamines, oxazines, naphthalate, perchlorates, fluorescein, iodide or other naphthalimides, cataloged fluorescent or light-scattering substances e.g. IR-26, IR-125, IR-140, IR-144, IR-151, nile blue, fluorescein, oxadiazoles, azaquinolone, terbium (III,IV) oxide, neodymium (III) oxide, uranine, fluorol, optical products and laser dyes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a solar cell array.    Translucent polymer layer (1)    Transparent polymer layer (2)    Solar cells (3)    Light transmitting elements (4)    Light-conducting fiber (5)
NOVELTY - A transparent electrode comprises a transparent substrate having on it a transparent conductive layer containing a conductive fiber, a conductive polymer and a water soluble binder resin. The water soluble binder resin contains a low molecular weight component in an amount of 0-5 wt.%. The low molecular weight component has a number average molecular weight of less than or equal to 1000 measured by Gas permeation chromatography.    USE - In electroluminescence element (claimed), liquid crystal display elements, solar cells, electromagnetic wave shields, electronic papers or touch panels.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent electrode exhibits high conductivity and high transparency even if it is subjected to an environmental test under an elevated temperature and high humidity as well as shows good surface smoothness. The organic electroluminescence element using the same transparent electrode exhibits high stability after forced aging test.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for forming the transparent electrode involving: applying an aqueous dispersion containing water, the conductive fiber, conductive polymer and water soluble binder resin on the transparent substrate to form a transparent conductive layer.
NOVELTY - A zwitterion-type organic salt (I), is new.    USE - New zwitterion-type organic salt is used in electrolytic composition used for photoelectric conversion element for photoelectrochemical cell e.g. solar cell. Uses include but are not limited battery, capacitor, sensor, display element and recording element.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolytic composition containing the zwitterion-type organic salt has excellent durability and charge transport ability. The photoelectric conversion element has excellent photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A zwitterion-type organic salt of formula (I), is new.    Q = atomic group which forms 5-6 membered aromatic ring cation with nitrogen atom;    R1 = H, alkyl, alkenyl or -L1-V1N-V2-R3;    R2 = alkoxy, cyano, alkoxycarbonyl, carbonate, amide, carbamoyl, phosphonyl, heterocyclyl, aryloxy, alkylthio, acyl, sulfonyl, acyloxy, sulfonyloxy, aryl, aryloxy, alkenyl, alkyl or -L1-V1N-V2-R3;    n1 = 0-5;    X1 = counter ion;    n2 = 0-4;    L1 = bivalent coupling group which connects the aromatic ring cation with V1, and contains alkylene, arylene, alkyleneoxy and/or arylene oxy;    V1,V2 = -CO-, -SO-, -SO2- or -PO(OR4)-;    R4 = alkyl or aryl;and    R3 = alkoxy, alkyl, alkenyl or perfluoroalkyl.    At least one of R1 and R2 is -L1-V1N-V2-R3.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of photoelectric conversion element.    Conductive layer (10)    Photosensitive layer (20)    Semiconductor fine particles (21)    Pigment (22)    Substrate (50)
NOVELTY - A curable fluoropolyether-based rubber composition contains linear fluoropolyether compound having at least two alkenyl groups in a molecule and fluoropolyether structure in principal chain, organosilicon compound having at least two hydrogen atoms coupled with silicon atoms in a molecule, multi-walled carbon nanotube, and hydrosilylation catalyst.    USE - Curable fluoropolyether-based rubber composition is used for rubber products (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to motor-vehicle components, business machines, consumer application electronic devices, material for semiconductor production lines, medical machines, fuel cells, mobile telephones, sealing material for aircrafts, coating material, potting material for sensors, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The curable fluoropolyether-based rubber composition has excellent solvent resistance, weather resistance, release property, water resistance, oil resistance, heat resistance, moldability, and low viscosity. The rubber products formed using the composition have excellent electroconductivity.
NOVELTY - The method involves etching the surface (301) of base material, and forming high concentration emitter layer (302). The phosphor-silicate glass or boro-silicate glass residue on emitter layer is removed to form front electrode (303) and mono-layer (304). The moth-eye surface structure (306) of cylindrical shape is formed on emitter layer after performing reactive ion etching with respect to mono-layer. The surface passivation relative to moth-eye structure is performed.    USE - Method for manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The light absorption efficiency can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional views illustrating manufacturing process of solar cell.    Surface of base material (301)    Emitter layer (302)    Front electrode (303)    Mono-layer (304)    Moth-eye surface structure (306)
NOVELTY - The element (1) has an anode layer (12) which is arranged on a substrate (10) transmitting light. The light emission units (LE1-LEn) are arranged on the anode layer and positive hole transport layer (14-1-14-n), by which organic light emitting layer (16-1-16-n) and electron carrying layer (18-1-18-n) are laminated successively. The charge generating layers (20-1-20-n-1) having fusing point lower than aluminum, are interposed and are arranged between the light emitting units and a cathode layer (21).    USE - Organic electroluminescent element of flat panel display and illuminating lamp. Can also be used in biosensor, lighting equipment, organic laser, solar cell, gas sensor, taste sensor, and smell sensor.    ADVANTAGE - Since the light emission units are arranged on the anode layer and positive hole transport layer, by which organic light emitting layer and electron carrying layer are laminated successively, the manufacturing yield and the reliability of the organic electroluminescent element are improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the organic electroluminescent element.    Organic electroluminescent element (1)    Substrate (10)    Anode layer (12)    Positive hole transport layer (14-1-14-n)    Light emitting layers (16-1-16-n)    Electron carrying layers (18-1-18-n)    Charge generating layers (20-1-20-n-1)    Cathode layer (21)    Light emitting units (LE1-LEn)
NOVELTY - The method involves depositing an n-type electrical conduction semiconductor layer (201). A conductive semiconductor impurity is opposed to a front side of a p-type crystalline silicon substrate (200). The n-type electrical conduction semiconductor layer is crystallized by a heating process. A reflection barrier layer is formed on the n-type electrical conduction semiconductor layer. A back contact electrode is formed at a rear portion of the p-type crystalline silicon substrate. A front electrode is formed on the reflection barrier layer.    USE - Method for manufacturing a crystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables improving short-circuit current, open circuit voltage and a fill factor value of a solar cell. The solar cell has an excellent photoelectric transduction rate through the process improvement of an emitter layer, so that the manufacturing cost and the manufacturing time of the solar cell can be reduced, thus improving productivity of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a crystalline silicon solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating a part of a crystalline silicon solar cell manufacturing method.    P-type crystalline silicon substrate (200)    N-type electrical conduction semiconductor layer (201)
NOVELTY - A load type catalyst of proton exchange membrane fuel cells is prepared by dissolving a carbon carrier (40-95 wt.%) and a soluble precursor of a metal active component in a mixture of water and ethylene glycol in a reactor, and stirring to obtain the stable suspension liquid; heating the liquid at 70-90 degrees C, adding methyl aldehyde liquor (2-40 mole times metal quantity), and stirring at 70-90 degrees C; and filtering, washing the filter cake, drying and calcining. The metal in the load type catalyst is at 5-60 wt.%. The volume rate of water and ethylene glycol is 1:0.25-1.    USE - Method of preparing load type catalyst of proton exchange membrane fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method has mold reaction conditions, is simple and easy to control, does not require high temperature or non water system and surface active agent, and prepares catalyst having good dispersibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A load type catalyst of proton exchange membrane fuel cells is prepared by:    (A) dissolving a carbon carrier (40-95 wt.%) and a soluble precursor of a metal active component in a mixture of water and ethylene glycol in a reactor, and stirring to obtain the stable suspension liquid;    (B) heating the liquid at 70-90 degrees C, adding methyl aldehyde liquor (2-40 mole times metal quantity), and stirring at 70-90 degrees C; and    (C) filtering, washing the filter cake, drying and calcining.    The metal in the load type catalyst is at 5-60 wt.%. The volume rate of water and ethylene glycol is 1:0.25-1.
NOVELTY - The film has film containing molybdenum nitride formed on glass substrate. A molybdenum group film is formed on film containing molybdenum nitride. The thickness of film containing molybdenum nitride is in the range of 10 nm-50 nm and thickness of molybdenum group film is in the range of 100 nm-4000 nm.    USE - Molybdenum electrode film of glass substrate (claimed) used in back surface electrode of chalcopyrite type structure of thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the film containing molybdenum nitride is formed between glass substrate and molybdenum electrode film, the molybdenum electrode film can be separated, thus avoiding spreading of sodium.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) glass substrate; and    (2) manufacturing method of glass substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the glass substrate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Glass substrate (1)    Buffer layer (2)    Molybdenum electrode film (3)
NOVELTY - The cell has an electrode (110) having a groove (G1), that is arranged on a substrate (100). A semiconductor layer is arranged on electrode. Other electrode (160) is arranged on semiconductor layer and connected to electrode through groove (G2). Other groove passing through electrode, semiconductor layer, and other electrode, is formed in region. The groove (G4) passing through semiconductor layer and other electrode and extending to boundary of electrode, is formed in other region. The regions are alternately arranged along other groove extension direction.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The conductive remaining material is removed along the groove such that region consisting the path of leakage current is reduced. Hence the efficiency of the solar cell is increased. Since the probe for contacting unit solar cells are reduced, configuration is simplified and breakdown is prevented at the normal element portion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view illustrating the process of manufacturing solar cell.    Substrate (100)    Electrodes (110,160)    P-type semiconductor layer (120)    N-type semiconductor layer (140)    Grooves (G1,G2,G4)
NOVELTY - A fabrication method of III-V compound semiconductor solar cell includes: providing a solar cell structure with a window layer made of III-V compound material on its top surface; forming periodic array of holes on the window layer by using the lithography and etch processes; and depositing an anti-reflection coating film to cover the window layer. An III-V compound solar cell structure is also provided to enhance the conversion efficiency of photovoltaic.
NOVELTY - A solar cell comprises: a silicon substrate comprising boron, oxygen and carbon, and a frontside antireflective coating, the frontside antireflective coating comprising at least a silicon carbonitride layer adjacent to the substrate, the layer having a carbon concentration of 1-10 at.%, an oxygen concentration of less than 3 at.%, and a hydrogen concentration greater than 14.5 at.%.    USE - The solar cell is useful for converting solar energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has enhanced light induced degradation characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a method for reducing the light induced degradation of a solar cell that has a substrate, comprising providing on the substrate an antireflective coating (ARC) containing carbon and allowing carbon to diffuse from the ARC to the substrate;    (2) a method for forming an antireflective coating for a solar cell, comprising a deposition of a gaseous precursor mixture comprising silane and an organosilane onto a solar cell substrate; and    (3) a method for preparing a silicon solar cell comprising a carbon- doped silicon substrate, comprising depositing on the silicon substrate an antireflective and passivation layer comprising silicon and carbon such that carbon diffuses from the layer into the substrate.
NOVELTY - The solar cell (10) has a silicon nitride layer (26) doped between another silicon nitride layer (22) and an n-doped region. A third layer is made of silicon oxide and aluminum oxide. An electrically conductive and optically transparent layer i.e. fourth layer, is provided on the latter silicon nitride layer or over an insulation layer. The fourth layer is connected with front contacts (18, 20) by arrangement of the former silicon nitride layer or with the front contacts or a rear contact (24) by arrangement of the insulation layer in an electrically conductive manner.    USE - Crystalline solar cell i.e. p-doped silicon solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The layer is connected with the front contacts by the arrangement of another layer or with the front contacts or the rear contact by the arrangement of the insulation layer in an electrically conductive manner, thus reducing degradation of parallel resistors to reduce fullness factor of the silicon solar cell with a p-doped, n-doped front side and the anti-reflection layer based on negative system voltages or positive charges on the front side, and hence providing the silicon solar cell with improved stability during high negative system voltages.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The third layer of the solar cell is made of phosphorus, carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, copper, hydrogen and/or tungsten. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for manufacturing a crystalline solar cell    (2) a method for manufacturing a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a silicon solar cell with improved stability during high negative system voltages.    Crystalline solar cell (10)    P-doped substrate (12)    Front contacts (18, 20)    Silicon nitride layers (22, 26)    Rear contact (24)
NOVELTY - A substrate-side transparent electrode layer (2) is formed on a substrate (1). A back surface-side transparent electrode layer (6) is formed on a photoelectric conversion layer (3), to obtain a photoelectric conversion apparatus (100). The substrate-side transparent electrode layer or back surface-side transparent electrode layer contains gallium-doped zinc oxide. The ratio of nitrogen gas partial pressure with respect to inert gas partial pressure per unit membrane thickness of the transparent conductive film is less than the predetermined value.    USE - Manufacture of photoelectric conversion apparatus used for manufacturing thin film-type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of apparatus having excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency, by suppressing light absorption in short wavelength region of visible light.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A substrate-side transparent electrode layer is formed on a substrate. A back surface-side transparent electrode layer is formed on a photoelectric conversion layer, to obtain a photoelectric conversion apparatus. The substrate-side transparent electrode layer or back surface-side transparent electrode layer is formed by controlling nitrogen gas partial pressure, and contains gallium-doped zinc oxide. The ratio of nitrogen gas partial pressure with respect to inert gas partial pressure per unit membrane thickness of the transparent conductive film is less than the predetermined value.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of photoelectric conversion apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate (1)    Substrate-side transparent electrode layer (2)    Photoelectric conversion layer (3)    Back surface-side transparent electrode layer (6)    Photoelectric conversion apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has intermediate movable platen that is positioned between top movable platen and lower movable platen. A conveying unit takes out solar cell assembly positioned between movable platens. An air pump applies a positive pressure to the space between lower surface and elastic membrane while lower surface is provided with elastic membrane. A control unit switches the movable platen selected in conveyance mode to predetermined order when the compressed mode is switched to conveyance mode.    USE - Curing processing apparatus of lamination system (claimed) used for solar cell panel. Can also be used in plasma display panel and organic electroluminescent display panel.    ADVANTAGE - The lamination process can be performed within short time with high productive efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) lamination press apparatus;    (2) lamination system;    (3) carrier plate;    (4) lamination method; and    (5) lamination program.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the lamination press process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A composite crucible (10) has a crucible main component (11) which consists of mullite material essentially containing alumina and silica, and a transparent silica glass layer (12) formed in the inner surface of the crucible main component. The composite crucible has a straight portion (10A) and bottom portion (10B), and silica melt solution is contained in the composite crucible. The thickness of transparent silica glass layer is less than that of the thickness of crucible main component.    USE - Composite crucible is used for manufacture of silicon crystals (claimed) for manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The composite crucible has high strength, heat resistance and durability, and can be manufactured economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of composite crucible; and    (2) manufacture of silicon crystals.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of composite crucible.    Composite crucible (10)    Straight portion (10A)    Bottom portion (10B)    Crucible main component (11)    Transparent silica glass layer (12)
NOVELTY - Electrolyte composition (I) comprises: at least one metal ion; and an iminodisuccinate derivative.    USE - (I) is useful for deposition of metals onto substrate, preferably solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) exhibits high deposition rate and high stability with respect to foreign ions and fluctuations of the pH and does not have toxicity. The iminodisuccinate derivative: has excellent complexing properties for numerous metals; and is non-toxic and biodegradable. The iminodisuccinate derivative can deposit metals even without current, hence no voltage is applied. (I) is free of cyanides.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) depositing metals on a substrate, comprising galvanically depositing the metal from (I) onto the substrate; and    (2) silvering a substrate, comprising placing the substrate in (I); and applying a voltage between an anode and a cathode in electrical contact with (I), where the cathode is the substrate.
NOVELTY - The electrode (5) has a carbon-type thin film layer (2) that is formed on the base material (1). The electroconductive oxide layer (3) is formed on the carbon-type thin film layer. A portion of the electroconductive oxide layer has penetrated into the carbon-type thin film layer.    USE - Transparent electrode for crystalline silicon solar cell (claimed) used in touch panel, plasma display panel and electroluminescent display.    ADVANTAGE - The portion of electroconductive oxide layer penetrates into carbon-type thin film layer which is formed on base material. Hence a transparent electrode which can achieve high electroconductivity, is obtained. A crystalline solar cell which is excellent in the photoelectric conversion efficiency is obtained. The adhesiveness of the boundary surfaces can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for crystalline silicon solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the transparent electrode.    Base material (1)    Carbon-type thin film layer (2)    Electroconductive oxide layer (3)    Transparent electrode (5)
NOVELTY - A furan compound is new.    USE - In electrophotographic photoconductor (claimed); also useful in semiconductor materials for organic devices e.g. organic EL elements, organic electrophotographic photoconductors, organic TFTs and organic solar cells. The electrophotographic photoconductor is used in laser printers, direct digital platemakers, full-color copiers employing a direct or indirect electrophotographic multicolor image developing method, full-color laser printers, CRT printers, LED printers, liquid crystal printers, laser platemakers and full-color plain paper facsimiles.    ADVANTAGE - The furan compound has excellent charge transportability and reactivity, participating in Diels-Alder reaction, and is materials for various organic devices. The furan compound used in electrophotographic photoconductor, which has photosensitive layer containing three-dimensionally crosslinked structure formed for ensuring good coating performance in the production process and has excellent recycling property; has excellent abrasion resistance and longer service life. The electrophotographic photoconductor has excellent intrinsic characteristics, and has high mechanical characteristics and insolubility to a solvent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A furan compound of formula (I) is new.    Ar1 and Ar2=aryl group (optionally have a substituent);    R1=1-6C alkylene group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an electrophotographic photoconductor comprising: a structure three-dimensionally crosslinked through Diels-Alder reaction, a conductive support, and a photosensitive layer containing at least one layers, where the photosensitive layer is provided over the conductive support.
NOVELTY - Electrical energy is provided to dissociate water into hydrogen. A recharger is provided to cause carbon dioxide to store hydrogen, and carbon dioxide is charged with hydrogen to enable charged carbon dioxide to have a higher energy density than hydrogen. A pipeline for communicating charged carbon dioxide from a charger to a consumption location is provided. The charged carbon dioxide is communicated. An uncharged carbon dioxide source (30) is provided, and uncharged carbon dioxide is communicated to the recharger to form a continuous process of transporting hydrogen.    USE - Transportation of hydrogen used as fuel for vehicle fuel cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Electrical energy is provided to dissociate water into hydrogen. A recharger is provided to cause carbon dioxide to store hydrogen, and carbon dioxide is charged with hydrogen to enable charged carbon dioxide to have a higher energy density than hydrogen. A pipeline for communicating charged carbon dioxide from a charger to a consumption location is provided. The charged carbon dioxide is communicated from the recharger to the consumption location. An uncharged carbon dioxide source is provided, a pipeline for communicating uncharged carbon dioxide is provided from an uncharged carbon dioxide source to a recharger, and uncharged carbon dioxide is communicated to the recharger to form a continuous process of transporting hydrogen in which an energy source provides to-be-stored electrical energy and later consumed as a liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of operative element revealing Sabatier rector in communication with hydrogen source and carbon dioxide source.    Hydrogen source (20)    Uncharged carbon dioxide source (30)    Reactor (40)    Product (50)    Storage location (85)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing a back-surface electrode type solar cell comprises forming a conductive metal thin film on a crystalline silicon wafer; forming plate-resistant partition walls on a top surface of the conductive metal thin film; forming a metal layer in a space between the plate-resistant partition walls and then removing the plate-resistant partition walls; and removing the conductive metal thin film that is exposed by removing the plate-resistant partition walls to expose the crystalline silicon wafer.    USE - Method for manufacturing a back-surface electrode type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple and has reduced cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic diagram of back-surface electrode type solar cell.    Silicon wafer (10)    Surfaces (12, 14)    Back surface electrode (40)
NOVELTY - In an electrochemical energy storage device, the electrochemical active components (11, 13) or additional components (12) are shaped and/or arranged in a hermetically sealed container in such a way as to inhibit chemical reactions of the active components as soon as positive pressure builds up (or could build up) inside the container as a result of the reaction.    USE - The electrochemical energy storage device is preferably an electrochemical cell (specifically a rechargeable cell, especially a lithium ion cell), but may also be a fuel cell or the like.    ADVANTAGE - Risks of explosion or fire due to pressure build-up in a device with a hermetically sealed container are eliminated without the need for mechanical safety features such as valves, predetermined breakage sites or bursting disks. Construction of the device is thus simple and inexpensive.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a corresponding method for producing an electrochemical energy storage device, involving shaping and/or arranging the components as above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic diagram of two electrodes and a separator for an electrochemical energy storage device.    Electrodes (11, 13)    Separator layer, of porous inoreganic material (12)    Suppressed material transport direction tangential to separator layer (14)    Permitted material transport direction perpendicular to separator layer (15)
NOVELTY - The layered element (11) has a polymer layer (1) that is formed on a barrier layer (2). The barrier layer having moisture vapor transfer rate less than 10-2 g divide by m2, is provided with hydrogenated silicon nitride layers (21-24) having different densities.    USE - Layered element for encapsulating photovoltaic cell or organic LED of photovoltaic solar device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The migration of the contaminants such as water vapor to the photovoltaic cell can be avoided so that damage of the photovoltaic cell can be prevented and degradation of the performance of the solar device can be suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar device; and    (2) method for manufacturing layered element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic solar module.    Polymer layer (1)    Barrier layer (2)    Rear substrate (8)    Layered element (11)    Photovoltaic solar module (50)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a conveying device (15) which transports one or more substrates (1) through electrochemical coating bath (13) that includes coating tank (12) filled with electrochemical coating liquid (14). A light source circuit with one or more light sources (64) irradiates the substrates which are provided with electrolytic cell rectifier circuit including anodes (54). A pulse generator produces synchronous current pulses and light pulses, so that during time interval between current pulses the irradiating is interrupted.    USE - Apparatus for electroplating substrate of solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - By producing synchronous current pulses and light pulses, irradiation is interrupted between current pulses and the throughput of the substrate is increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for process for electroplating substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of apparatus for electroplating substrate.    Substrates (1)    Coating tank (12)    Electrochemical coating bath (13)    Electrochemical coating liquid (14)    Conveying device (15)    Anodes (54)    Light source (64)
NOVELTY - An organic thin-film solar cell consists of a pair of electrodes (11,12) which are mutually spaced apart, among which at least one transmits light, and a photoelectric conversion layer (13) of a bulk heterojunction type containing a p-type organic semiconductor and an n-type organic semiconductor provided between the electrodes. The n-type organic semiconductor contains 70C fullerene (0.1-80 wt.%, preferably 0.1-4 wt.%) and fullerene derivative (remainder).    USE - Organic thin-film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic thin-film solar cell has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an organic thin-film solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Electrodes (11,12)    Photoelectric conversion layer (13)    Positive hole transport layer (14)
NOVELTY - The solar cell device layer containing a buffer layer (260), n-type gallium nitride layer (230), indium gallium nitride layer (220) and p-type gallium nitride layer (210) is stacked on a silicon substrate. The solar cell device layer is etched to expose the silicon substrate to form solar cell devices comprising the solar cell device layer. The exposed substrate is anisotropically etched. The solar cell devices are made to contact a stamping processor to remove solar cell devices from substrate, and the solar cell devices are transferred onto a flexible substrate.    USE - Manufacturing method of solar cell (claimed) e.g. gallium-nitride based tandem type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The flexible solar cells can be manufactured. The large number of solar cells can be excellently aligned on large area, and the solar cells can be manufactured economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the top and sectional views of the solar cell during the manufacturing process.    Silicon substrate (100)    P-type gallium nitride layer (210)    Indium gallium nitride layer (220)    N-type gallium nitride layer (230)    Buffer layer (260)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming an emitting layer (220) by implanting impurities of a specific conductivity type on entire surface of a semiconductor substrate (210) of other conductivity type. An anti-reflective coating (ARC) layer (230) is formed on the emitting layer. A portion of ARC layer (230) is patterned where a front electrode is formed. An ARC layer (260) is formed on the ARC layer (230) and emitting layer. The front electrode and a rear electrode are formed on front and rear surfaces of the semiconductor substrate.    USE - Method for manufacturing solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the portion of ARC layer is patterned where front electrode is formed, the surface reflectance of light and absorption of light energy in short wavelength range can be enhanced. The conversion efficiency of solar cell can be improved. Since the double structure of two ARC layers with different thickness is formed to make electrode patterns distinct, the alignment of electrodes can be facilitated. Thus, the manufacture of solar cell can be comparatively simple and economical so that solar cell can be closer to commercialization and mass production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view illustrating the process of manufacturing solar cell.    Semiconductor substrate (210)    Emitting layer (220)    ARC layer (230,260)    Back-surface-field layer (244)    Heavily doped region (250)
NOVELTY - The manufacturing method involves making a metal oxide nanoparticle e.g. indium oxide nanoparticle of a group III metal element reductively react to a group-V-element-containing compound in order to produce a compound semiconductor material which comprises two or more element compounds. Preferably, the morphology of the metal oxide nanoparticle is adjusted before the reduction reaction of the metal oxide nanoparticle and group-V-element-containing compound.    USE - Manufacturing method for group III-V compound semiconductor material e.g. indium phosphide, indium arsenide (all claimed) used in e.g. solar battery, LCD, organic LED (OLED).    ADVANTAGE - Increases reaction efficiency and enhances mass production by simplifying a reaction process. Enables flexible adjustment of the morphology and size of the semiconductor material at a manufacturing step so that a compound semiconductor can be applied to various fields.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preferably, the group-V-element-containing compound is trimethylsilyl phosphine, dimethylamino phosphine, or trimethylsilyl arsine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic diagram of the manufacturing process of a metal oxide nanoparticle without an external oxygen source supply.
NOVELTY - The structure has a mirror reflective layer reflecting visible light emitted by an up-conversion luminescence layer i.e. rare earth doped film layer, to a lower surface of a battery. The luminescence layer is arranged between a battery sheet and the reflective layer, where the sheet is double-faced battery sheet with positive-negative nodes on an upper surface and a lower surface of a monocrystalline silicon or polycrystalline silicon material. The reflective layer is silver film or aluminum film covered on the luminescence layer through thermal evaporation or sputtering.    USE - Up-conversion luminescence structure for a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The structure enables the battery to absorb near infrared having wavelength greater than 1200 nm and a spectrum up-conversion luminescence structure to absorb high energy visible light emitted by near infrared of low energy photon so as to improve utilization rate of the near infrared in the sunlight and increase battery conversion efficiency and electric energy production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The substrate material of the film layer is low phonon energy fluoride crystal. The rare earth ions doped in the film layer are erbium, ytterbium, dysprosium or holmium ions.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of an up-conversion luminescence structure.
NOVELTY - Preparing silver powder comprises adding excessive acidic solution into the silver nitrate solution of 30-60 mass% under continuous agitation, adding into sodium carbonate solution of 5-25 mass% under continuous agitation, adjusting the temperature of the system at 15-25 degrees C, adding reducing agent into the system under continuous agitation, washing into neutrality, and drying, where the weight ratio of the silver nitrate solid to sodium carbonate is 99:60.    USE - The silver powder is useful for solar battery electrode slurry (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The silver powder reduces the shrinkage while sintering.
NOVELTY - The receiver has layers of irradiator, heat guide rubber, ceramic-metal compound plate, tin paste, III-V compound multi-junction solar battery, silicon rubber and glass cover plate that are orderly overlapped from bottom to top. The heat guide rubber is made of epoxy resin and tin paste is made of tin/silver alloy. A magnesium fluoride reflecting reducing film is formed on glass cover plate.    USE - High concentration type solar energy battery receiver.    ADVANTAGE - The weather resistance performance of the receiver is enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the high concentration type solar energy battery receiver.
NOVELTY - Manufacturing silicon solar cell doped with aluminum and boron, comprises: (a) screen printing, spraying or spin coating slurry or liquid boron source on the back surface of silicon solar cell and drying; (b) screen printing aluminum paste on the back surface of silicon solar cell and drying; and (c) sintering at 650-950 degrees C with sintering time not greater than 5 minutes. The mass percent of the boron element in the boron source is 0.02-4% of aluminum element in the aluminum paste.    USE - The method is useful for manufacturing silicon solar cell doped with aluminum and boron.    ADVANTAGE - The method: utilizes low sintering temperature, thus lowers warping and percentage of broken surface of cells; is capable of forming uniform back fields at the back surface of the cell; lowers the serial resistance of the silicon solar cell doped with aluminum and boron back field; and increases the parallel resistance and the cell efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the silicon solar cell doped with aluminum and boron obtained by the above manufactured method.
NOVELTY - A semiconductor substrate (1) has a graphite layer (2) containing heterocyclic polymer obtained by condensing an aromatic tetracarboxylic acid and aromatic tetramine on a surface, and a semiconductor layer (4) provided on graphite-layer surface as growth surface.    USE - Semiconductor substrate is used for semiconductor element for light-emitting device used for display panel, electronic device, and solar cell element (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor substrate having excellent optical characteristics is economically manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of semiconductor substrate; and    (2) electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the semiconductor substrate.    Semiconductor substrate (1)    Graphite layer (2)    Semiconductor layer (4)
NOVELTY - The electroconductive optical element (1) has structure (3) provided at convex portion or recess portion that are formed at surface of a base (2) at a fine pitch more than wavelength of visible light. A transparent conductive film is formed at the structure having aspect ratio of 0.2-1.3. The average thickness of transparent conductive film at the top of structure is not more than 80nm, and the surface resistivity of the transparent conductive film is within 50-500 ohm/square.    USE - Electroconductive optical element used in e.g. solar cell (claimed). Can also be used in touch panel, information input device, display apparatus such as LCD apparatus used in mobile telephone and mobile device, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The reflection preventing property of the electroconductive optical element can be realized effectively, and the transmission characteristics of the electroconductive optical element can be improved reliably. The manufacturing productivity of the electroconductive optical element can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for original disc-shaped element used for producing electroconductive optical element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the top view, sectional view of electroconductive optical element and waveform diagram of modulation laser beam waveform for latent image formation of electroconductive optical element.    Electroconductive optical element (1)    Base (2)    Structure (3)    Protrusion portion (4)    Metal film (5)
NOVELTY - Paste composition for an electrode of a solar cell comprises an aluminum powder; a glass frit; an organic vehicle; and an inorganic filler including a metal oxide.    USE - The paste composition is useful for electrode of solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides paste composition capable of improving the bowing characteristic by reducing a thickness of a rear electrode without degrading the photoelectronic transformation efficiency. The electrode of the solar cell manufactured by the paste composition has superior mechanical strength and adhesive property with respect to a substrate (for instance, silicon substrate).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is an electrode of a solar cell manufactured by using the paste composition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of solar cell.    P type silicon substrate (10)    N type semiconductor (11)    Top electrode (12)    Rear electrode (13)    Anti-reflective layer (14)    Back surface field layer (15)
NOVELTY - Dopant diffusion solution comprises an organic solvent; and a compound including a group III dopant or a group V dopant.    USE - The dopant diffusion solution is useful in a paste composition for electrode of solar cell. It can also be used for forming an emitter of the solar cell; and for forming BSF layer of the solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides dopant diffusion solution capable of improving the efficiency of a solar cell while simplifying a process of forming the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a paste composition for an electrode of a solar cell, comprising metal powder; and a dopant diffusion solution including an organic solvent and a compound including a group III dopant or a group V dopant; and    (2) a method of forming a doping area of a solar cell, comprising preparing a dopant diffusion solution including an organic solvent and a compound having a group III dopant or a group V dopant on a substrate; and thermally the group III dopant or the group V dopant into the substrate.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming separation layers e.g. porous anodically etched silicon layer (304) on donor wafers (244). The silicon layers which include an n-type silicon layer and P-type silicon layers (420), are deposited on separation layers to form partially completed photovoltaic (PV) cells in donor wafers. The contacts (430) on completed cells are tabbed and assembled to form a string. The string is bonded to a common substrate using adhesion layer (440) such that silicon layers are arranged between donor wafers and substrate.    USE - Solar panel manufacturing method.    ADVANTAGE - Allows robust handling of photovoltaic cell formed in epitaxial layer as it is transferred from donor wafer to mounting substrate. The cell efficiency is improved by enabling improved dopant distribution and shaper junction profile in the use of epitaxial deposition. The light gathering efficiency of solar cell panel is improved. The solar cell panel affords improved yields through reduced breakage of PV cells during processing due to the mechanical support for the PV cells afforded by lamination to either the backside substrate or front side glass layer. Materials costs are also reduced through the use of donor wafers which are recycled through multiple PV cell fabrication processes. The use of epitaxial deposition to form the PV cell layers leads to improved control over doping profiles and sharper junctions, leading to improved PV cell efficiency through reduced electron-hole recombination.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side cross sectional view of the donor wafers.    Donor wafer (244)    Porous silicon layer (304)    P-type layer (420)    Contact (430)    Adhesion layer (440)
NOVELTY - A series solar system comprises solar modules electrically connected to each other in series. Each solar module comprises a solar panel for receiving light beams and generating a photocurrent and a photovoltage according to a light intensity; a direct current (DC)/DC converter for converting the photovoltage into an output voltage and converting the photocurrent into the output current according to a power-feedback signal; and a feedback circuit for generating the power-feedback signal. A sum of the output voltages is equal to the load voltage.    USE - Series solar system for providing an output current and a load voltage.    ADVANTAGE - The series solar system can generate the maximum power, and has improved energy conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic diagram of a series solar system.
NOVELTY - A wafer-based solar cell (1) comprises a semiconductor wafer having a deeply-etched structure to obtain an etched region (17) and a flat region (18); a semiconductor layer which is formed on a surface of the wafer; and a P-N junction which is obtained between the wafer and the semiconductor layer. The etched region has a depth larger than one fourth thickness of the wafer.    USE - A wafer-based solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has enhanced opto-electric conversion efficiency without using buried contact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a wafer-based solar cell.    Wafer-based solar cell (1)    Front contact (15)    Etched region (17)    Flat region (18)    BSF (19)
NOVELTY - A solar cell (200) comprises a substrate (202); a first electrode (204) disposed on the substrate; a second electrode (206) disposed between the first electrode and the substrate; an n-type semiconductor layer (208) which is disposed between the two electrodes and made of microcrystalline silicon or polysilicon; and a p-type semiconductor layer (210), disposed between the first electrode and the n-type semiconductor layer.    USE - A solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has enhanced photoelectric conversion efficiency and reduced production cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.    Solar cell (200)    Substrate (202)    Electrodes (204, 206)    Semiconductor layers (208, 210)    Intrinsic layer (212)
NOVELTY - The method involves coating a liquid material that includes an oxidizable metal on a substrate (S) consisting of a resin material. The substrate with liquid material coated is heated in the presence of an inert gas. The gas is discharged in the surrounding atmosphere of the substrate. The discharged gas is heated before likely to be returned to the surrounding atmosphere. The process of heating is performed when the temperature inside a chamber (CB) is maintained at 300 degrees C or lower.    USE - Coating method of forming semiconductor film of copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - As substrate coated with liquid material is heated in presence of inert gas atmosphere, deterioration in film quality of coating film is suppressed. The gas is heated while discharging gas in surrounding atmosphere of substrate and maintaining temperature inside chamber at 300 degrees C, retention of oxygen and moisture in surrounding atmosphere is prevented to suppress oxidation of oxidizable metal contained in liquid material. Temperature of gas can be adjusted by returning discharged gas to surrounding atmosphere of substrate so as to reuse gas and to save time for resetting temperature conditions so that gas can be efficiently supplied to chamber.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for coating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of coating apparatus.    Condition adjusting unit (AC)    Chamber (CB)    Coating unit (CT)    Heating unit (DR)    Substrate (S)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (CTR) has a coating portion (CT) that applies a liquid material including an oxidizable metal on a substrate (S). A chamber (CB) includes a coating section into which the coating portion applies the liquid material and a transport section (TR) into which the liquid material is transported. An application condition adjusting unit (AC) adjusts oxygen concentrations and humidity in the inner surface of the chamber. A control device (CONT) stops an operation of the coating portion in response to the entrance of foreign object into the chamber.    USE - Apparatus for coating semiconductor materials of copper indium gallium selenide solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The coating apparatus stops the operation of coating unit when foreign object enter the chamber, hence the apparatus ensures safety by preventing the liquid material form coming out in contact with the atmosphere inside the chamber. The oxidizable metal included in the liquid material is prevented from oxidization, hence the deterioration in the film quality of coating film is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for coating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of coating apparatus.    Application condition adjusting unit (AC)    Chamber (CB)    Control device (CONT)    Coating portion (CT)    Coating apparatus (CTR)    Substrate (S)    Substrate transporting unit (TR)
NOVELTY - A room-temperature curable fluoropolyether base rubber composition contains 100 parts weight of a linear fluoropolyether compound containing two or more ester groups in a molecule and a divalent perfluoroalkyl ether structure in backbone, and a siloxane polymer containing three or more amino groups in a molecule. The molar ratio of total amino groups in siloxane polymer to total ester groups in fluoropolyether compound is 1-5. The fluoropolyether compound has number average molecular weight of 3000-100000.    USE - Room-temperature curable fluoropolyether base rubber composition is used for cured product (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to diaphragm, valve, hose, packing, oil seal, gasket, coating material, copier roll material, sensor potting material, fuel cell sealing material and laminated rubber fabric.    ADVANTAGE - The room-temperature curable fluoropolyether base rubber composition provides cured product having excellent heat resistance, chemical resistance, solvent resistance, oil resistance and low-temperature performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cured product formed by curing the fluoropolyether base rubber composition.
NOVELTY - A nonaqueous solvent contains fluorinated cyclic carbonate (I) or (II) and/or linear or cyclic fluorinated phosphazene (III). The ratio of number of moles of fluorine to number of moles of phosphorus in fluorinated phosphazene is more than 4:3.    USE - Nonaqueous solvent is used for nonaqueous electrolyte for nonaqueous secondary battery (both claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery. Uses include but are not limited to personal computer, mobile telephone, handheld terminal, video camera, portable game apparatus, hybrid electric vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, vacuum cleaner, electric tool, robot, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The nonaqueous secondary battery containing nonaqueous electrolyte has improved cycle characteristics. Since the fluorinated phosphazene suppresses the generation of organic ions in nonaqueous solvent, generation of gas within nonaqueous secondary battery is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A nonaqueous solvent contains fluorinated cyclic carbonate of formula (I) or (II) and/or linear or cyclic fluorinated phosphazene of formula (III). The ratio of number of moles of fluorine to number of moles of phosphorus in fluorinated phosphazene is more than 4:3.    X1,X2,Y1,Y2,R1,R2=H, F or 1-4C alkyl;    Z1,Z2=H, F, 1-4C alkoxy or 2-10C phenoxy;    n=1-3;and    m=2-10, preferably 3.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) nonaqueous electrolyte, which contains alkali metal salt having ionic-dissociation property and nonaqueous solvent; and    (2) nonaqueous secondary battery (1), which has anode (11), cathode (12), separator (13) and nonaqueous electrolyte.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of nonaqueous secondary battery.    Nonaqueous secondary battery (1)    Anode (11)    Cathode (12)    Separator (13)    Anode lead (14)    Cathode lead (15)
NOVELTY - Manufacture of barrier film involves modifying 2-6 laminated inorganic layers which are formed by applying and drying coating liquid containing inorganic compound on organic layer which is formed by applying and drying coating liquid on surface(s) of plastic film under 0.3-1.1 atmosphere.    USE - Manufacture of barrier film (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to substrate for organic electroluminescent element, liquid crystal display and solar cell for electronic device, and package material for foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals.    ADVANTAGE - The barrier film is manufactured easily, efficiently and economically with excellent durability, surface smoothness and gas-barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for barrier film.
NOVELTY - The tile has a crystalline silicon solar cell sheet whose upper and lower sides are provided with an ethylene vinyl acetate film, where the tile is in step shape. An upper layer side of the ethylene vinyl acetate film is coated with fiber reinforced plastic. A lower layer side of the of the ethylene vinyl acetate film is provided with a back plate. A power supply electrode line of the crystalline silicon solar cell sheet is led out from the back plate and connected with a power supply connection line. Two sides of the fiber reinforced plastic are provided with a hole.    USE - Solar cell tile.    ADVANTAGE - The tile is light-weight, environment-friendly and convenient to install, and has better waterproof property and better corrosion resistance, wind resistance and hail resistance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of a solar cell tile.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has positive and negative transverse bus conductive electrodes firmly mounted on a single-non-crystalline battery that is 120 to 150 mm away from an upper side. A polyimide insulating material is mounted between the transverse bus conductive electrodes and the battery. Positive and negative lengthwise conductive electrodes are symmetrically and firmly mounted at two sides of the battery via ultrasonic wave welding or glue bonding. An anode and a cathode lead are led out of a wiring box.    USE - Non crystalline silicon solar cell for a 24V rechargeable battery.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell processes a component that satisfies charging requirement of the rechargeable battery with rated voltage of 24V through confluence and conforms to the charging requirement of the 24V rechargeable battery on the output voltage and current characteristic, so that the charging efficiency is high.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a non crystalline silicon solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has a reflection layer contacting with a metal anode via a copper aluminum diselenide thin film. Interfaces of the reflection layer and photoelectric conversion layers are copper gallium selenide/copper indium-gallium selenide interfaces. The interfaces of the photoelectric conversion layer and the transparent conducting layer are copper-zinc selenide-sulfide/cadmium sulfide interfaces. Copper aluminum gallium-diselenide thin film is a buffer layer formed between the copper aluminum diselenide and a copper gallium diselenide.    USE - Copper indium diselenide based thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell is constructed with the photoelectric conversion layer and the reflection layer by a multilayer film and gradient film technique. The cell performs regulation and control to the bottom of a conduction band and the top of a valence band via interlayer charge migration to form improved p-n junction energy band structure and improves the long wave response, current carrier collecting efficiency and the photoelectric conversion efficiency of the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a copper indium diselenide based thin film solar cell.
NOVELTY - The subassembly has battery strings arranged horizontally, longitudinally and transversely in groups. Film-shaped reinforcing bars are provided among the battery strings and made of glassy fibers.    USE - Solar battery subassembly.    ADVANTAGE - The subassembly avoids generation of bubbles and allows the uprightly-cut reinforcing bars to be transversely inlaid among the battery strings based on the ethylene vinyl acetate transverse-extending and longitudinal-contracting character, so as to effectively control the problem of nonuniform string distance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar battery subassembly.
NOVELTY - The component has multiple series connected solar battery sheets (3) arranged between two ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) layers (21, 22). Multiple chip LEDs (4) are arranged in a seam of the sheets. A glass (1) i.e. low-iron and super-white toughened glass, is arranged outside one of the EVA layers. A transparent back plate (5) is arranged outside the other EVA layer. An LED light guiding plate (6) is arranged outside the back plate. A controller (7) and a storage battery (8) are connected with the LEDs by leads and arranged outside the component.    USE - LED solar panel component for generating electricity and transmitting light during daytime, for lightning a ceiling, a shed and a wall and for decorating a construction during night time.    ADVANTAGE - The component has a simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The transparent back plate is made of glass. The LED light guiding plate is made of transparent materials.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an LED solar panel component.    Glass (1)    Solar battery sheets (3)    Chip LEDs (4)    Transparent back plate (5)    LED light guiding plate (6)    Controller (7)    Storage battery (8)    Ethylene vinyl acetate layers (21-23)
NOVELTY - The carbon monoxide in the reformed gas generated in a modification-catalyst layer (1) is reduced by using a carbon monoxide removal catalyst layer (2). A heater heats carbon monoxide removal catalyst layer at starting time. The modification-catalyst layer and carbon monoxide removal catalyst layer are heated by a combustor if detected temperature of carbon monoxide removal catalyst layer is more than preset value. The supply of water from water supply apparatus (5) is started by a controller (16) if detected temperature of modification-catalyst layer is more than preset value.    USE - Hydrogen-producing apparatus connected to fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The durability of the hydrogen-producing apparatus is improved by suppressing the leak and carbon deposition in the modification-catalyst layer and carbon monoxide removal catalyst layer. The hydrogen-producing apparatus can be started stably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for starting method of hydrogen-producing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the hydrogen-producing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Modification-catalyst layer (1)    Carbon monoxide removal catalyst layer (2)    Water supply apparatus (5)    Air supply apparatus (6)    Controller (16)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has photoelectric converting layer (4) that converts light into electricity. A reflecting electrode (5b) is provided on opposite side to the light-incidence side in the photoelectric converting layer. The light passed through the photoelectric converting layer is reflected in the photoelectric converting layer side. The reflecting electrode is provided with metal layer on the photoelectric converting layer side, and provided with silver as main component and nitrogen.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The reflecting electrode is provided with excellent adhesiveness and thermal corrosion resistance, so that the stable electrical characteristics and good light reflection characteristic are provided, and the cell with high reliability, excellent electrical and optical characteristics are obtained efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the thin film photovoltaic cell.    Solar cell (1)    Glass substrate (2)    Transparent electrode layer (3)    Photoelectric converting layer (4)    Reflecting electrode (5b)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen (14) absorbing and desorbing material formed: by co-deposition of magnesium (12) with a catalyst for the kinetic absorption and desorption of hydrogen; or of an alloy of magnesium or by co-deposition of magnesium with a catalyst for the kinetic absorption and desorption of hydrogen, in which the catalyst for the kinetic absorption and desorption of hydrogen forms a dispersed amorphous or nanocrystalline phase in the magnesium, is claimed.    USE - The hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material is useful in a sensor, mirror, solar absorber or hydrogen storage device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material exhibits improved rate of absorption or desorption of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material having a catalytic surface formed by a process comprising: depositing a layer of tantalum on the hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material; and depositing a layer of palladium (16) on the layer of tantalum (18); and    (2) a hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material comprising palladium-tantalum bilayer catalyst deposited on the hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material to improve the rate of absorption or desorption of hydrogen in the hydrogen absorbing and desorbing material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a cross sectional side view of a magnesium alloy thin film having a bilayer catalyst on the upper surface of the thin film.    Thin film (10)    Magnesium (12)    Hydrogen (14)    Palladium layer (16)    Tantalum layer (18)
NOVELTY - A solution (4) containing metal and ethylenediamine is formed into a mist, and a substrate (2) is heated. The mist of the solution is supplied to a major surface of the heated substrate, to form a metal oxide film.    USE - Method for forming metal oxide film used for solar cell, light-emitting device and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The metal oxide film having low resistance, is manufactured with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for metal oxide film-forming apparatus (100).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the metal oxide film-forming apparatus.    Substrate (2)    Heater (3)    Solution (4)    Solution container (5)    Metal oxide film-forming apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - Method for separating and purifying atom-encapsulating fullerene salt, involves using an electrolyte-containing solution as mobile phase by HPLC method.    USE - The method is useful for separating and purifying atom-encapsulating fullerene salt chosen from metal endohedral fullerene salt and alkali-metal endohedral fullerene salt. The alkali-metal endohedral fullerene salt is alkali-metal inclusion C60 fullerene salt, preferably lithium atom inclusion C60 fullerene salt (all claimed). The fullerene salt is used in organic thin film solar cell, fiber type solar cell, electrical material, superconductive material and audio equipments e.g. blood pressure measuring apparatus and speaker.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple and stable. The fullerene salt has excellent physical property and molecular dispersion.
NOVELTY - Hydrogen selenide mixed gas adjusted to predetermined concentration and obtained by mixing inert gas supplied from a base gas supply path (L1), and 100% hydrogen selenide gas supplied from a source gas supply flow path is supplied. The flow volume of hydrogen selenide gas is controlled using a flow control unit (12) provided in source gas supply flow path to predetermined flow volume. The pressure of hydrogen selenide gas is controlled by pressure control unit (13) provided in downstream of flow control unit to predetermined pressure.    USE - Method for supplying hydrogen selenide mixed gas for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen selenide mixed gas with stabilized concentration is continuously supplied for manufacturing solar cell, and solar cell is manufactured with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for supply apparatus (1) for supplying hydrogen selenide mixed gas, which has flow control unit and pressure control unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of supply apparatus of hydrogen-selenide mixed gas. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Supply apparatus (1)    Buffer tank (2)    Flow control unit (12)    Pressure control unit (13)    Base gas supply path (L1)    Raw material gas supply path (L2)
NOVELTY - An aluminum base material (10) having surface (18s) formed with aluminum is prepared. A barrier-type alumina layer (12) is formed by anodizing the surface of base material. A porous alumina layer (14) having several fine recessed portions is formed by anodizing the surface of base material. Thus, anodization layer is formed.    USE - Formation of anodization layer used for manufacturing mold used for forming antireflective film (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to optical element e.g. camera lens, display apparatus for e.g. television and mobile telephone, corrugated structure of solar cell, and photonic crystal, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The anodization layer is efficiently formed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of mold; and    (2) manufacture of antireflective film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating formation of anodization layer.    Aluminum base material (10)    Barrier-type alumina layer (12)    Porous alumina layer (14)    Pore (14p)    Surface (18s)
NOVELTY - A glass-scattering-prevention electric power generation film is obtained by laminating a pair of plastic films (1,7), organic solar cell layer and adhesive layer (6). The organic solar cell layer includes battery component formed between a pair of plastic films containing 50 mu m or more of polyethylene-terephthalate film or polyethylene naphthalate film.    USE - Glass scattering prevention electric power generation film is used for electric power generating system and glass (both claimed) for building e.g. restaurant, hotel and indoor partition. Uses include but are not limited to wall, door, roof and window of buildings, window of motor vehicles, capacitor, converter, inverter, rectifier, diode and battery e.g. lithium-ion secondary battery and nickel-hydrogen battery.    ADVANTAGE - The glass scattering-prevention electric-power generation film has excellent designability and efficiently improves generation of electric power.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) glass; and    (2) electric power generating system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of glass scattering prevention electric power generation film using dye-sensitized solar cell.    Plastic films (1,7)    Transparent electrode layer (2)    Photoelectrode layer (3)    Electric charge transport layer (4)    Adhesive layer (6)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a plate-reducing reflecting film ultra white tempering glass (1) whose outer surface is fused with an ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) rubber film (2), a crystalline silicon solar cell battery (3) and a backboard (4) to form a body. The backboard is made from tedlar-polyester-tedlar (TPT) or polyethylene terephthalate (PET), and the battery uses monocrystalline silicon or polycrystalline silicon solar batteries. A reducing reflecting film is plated on a surface of the ultra white tempering glass and utilizes glass plated with film on a side or two sides.    USE - High power solar cell assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The monocrystalline silicon or polycrystalline silicon batteries with high efficiency are combined with the film plated ultra white tempering glass along with tedlar-polyester-tedlar (TPT) or polyethylene terephthalate (PET) material having high reflecting efficiency so as to improve photoelectric transferring efficiency of the assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a high power solar cell assembly.    Plate-reducing reflecting film ultra white tempering glass (1)    Ethylene vinyl acetate rubber film (2)    Crystalline silicon solar cell battery (3)    Backboard (4)
NOVELTY - The device has a longitudinal stretching mechanism (1) comprising a longitudinal stretching box body (11), where the longitudinal stretching box body comprises multiple longitudinal stretching roller shafts (12). A horizontal stretching mechanism (2) comprises a horizontal stretching box body (21), where the horizontal stretching box body comprises multiple gradually lengthened horizontal stretching roller shafts (22). A heating device is connected with a temperature controller and a temperature sensor.    USE - Stretching device for producing a solar battery back film.    ADVANTAGE - The device adopts double-faced radiation heating in stretching process, and high polymer is enabled to prevent shrinkage effect. The device is simple in structure, better design, easy to operate and better in working stability. The device utilizes bidirectional stretching property to enable molecular chain to be directed along a plane so as to obtain excellent plane performance quality.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a stretching device.    Longitudinal stretching mechanism (1)    Horizontal stretching mechanism (2)    Longitudinal stretching box body (11)    Longitudinal stretching roller shafts (12)    Horizontal stretching box body (21)    Gradually lengthened horizontal stretching roller shafts (22)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a paste on a doped layer which has the plasticity effect at constant temperature. The doped layer diffuses the dopant included in the paste. An emitter region and a base region are also formed. The base region and emitter region form an isolation trench (A). The isolation trench is formed by wet etching and mechanical method.    USE - Method for manufacturing back junction solar cell (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The doped layer diffuses the dopant included in the paste and an emitter region and a base region are also formed, and hence ensures efficient and cost-effective back junction solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of the steps of the back junction solar cell manufacturing method.    N-type silicon wafer (100)    Aluminum paste (104)    Thermal oxide films (108,108')    Reflection barrier layer (110)    Isolation trench (A)
NOVELTY - Preparing textured polysilicon wafer comprises performing caustic corrosion for polysilicon wafer in caustic corrosion solution, in which corrosion quantity of the polysilicon wafer based on condition of caustic corrosion is 0.01-0.1 mg/cm2, performing acidic corrosion for washed polysilicon wafer under acidic corrosion condition, in which the corrosion quantity of the polysilicon wafer based on condition of acidic corrosion is 0.5-5 mg/cm2, and obtaining polysilicon wafer after acidic corrosion.    USE - The method is useful for preparing textured polysilicon wafer.    ADVANTAGE - The method removes damaged layer after cutting the polysilicon wafer, thus it is capable of increasing service life of minority carrier, to increase optical conversion efficiency of solar battery.
NOVELTY - A solid electrolyte contains ionic liquid, supporting electrolyte salt and cation-exchange substance in the cation is substituted by lithium cation.    USE - Solid electrolyte is used for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for electric vehicle and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solid electrolyte provides lithium secondary battery with excellent charge-and-discharge characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery.
NOVELTY - Cathodic material comprises a carbonaceous material and an oxygen reduction catalyst associated with the carbonaceous material, where the cathodic material does not materially exhibit catalytic activity for the oxidation of carbon monoxide.    USE - The cathodic material is useful in an electrochemical sensor, which is useful in a gas detector (claimed), and in fuel cells, which is useful in gas, smoke and/or fire detectors.    ADVANTAGE - The cathodic material: does not materially exhibit catalytic activity for the oxidation of carbon monoxide; and enhances the electronic conductivity without affecting the catalytic activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an electrochemical sensor (10) for use in a gas detector, comprising: a housing (12) comprising a first sidewall (16), a second sidewall (18), a bottom wall (20) and a gaseous diffusion aperture, where the first and second sidewall, and the bottom wall define a containment region for containing a micro electrode assembly in it; and a micro electrode assembly which comprises an anode, a cathode comprising the cathodic material and an ion exchange membrane, where the ion exchange membrane permits ion transport between the anode and the cathode, and prevents electron conduction between the anode and the cathode    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the cross-sectional schematic representation of the electrochemical sensor.    Electrochemical sensor (10)    Housing (12)    First side wall (16)    Second side wall (18)    Bottom wall (20)
NOVELTY - The method involves fusing silicon, and mixing addition water in the fused silicon. Impurity is removed from the silicon and coagulated. The water is refined to acid solution such as hydrofluoric acid, hydrochloric acid and nitric acid. The solidified silicon is pulverized to a powdered form, and a blowing process is performed to inject mixing gas that fuses the vacuumized refined silicon. The remaining impurities are removed from the solidified silicon and washed.    USE - Method for manufacturing silicon of a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reducing the impurities, improving electrical characteristic, performing a coagulation process and saving the processing time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a silicon manufacturing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - Preparation of selective emitter structure of crystalline silicon solar battery comprises heavy doping P-type silicon sheet via phosphorus diffusion to form P-N+ structure; performing chemical corrosion to non-electrode region of silicon sheet using acid solution or acid slurry to form shallow doped N-type region; and washing silicon sheet to remove residual chemical solution and residue to obtain selective emitter structure of crystalline silicon solar battery.    USE - Method for preparation of selective emitter structure of crystalline silicon solar battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The product is prepared via simple production process. The method can be realized using present devices.
NOVELTY - Preparation of selective emitter junction of crystalline silicon solar battery, comprises growing diffusion mask on suede of crystalline silicon sheet, and etching and slotting electrode grid line area; and performing primary diffusion to form heavily doped region on electrode grid line area and to form lightly doped region on electrode non-grid line area. The primary diffusion technique comprises propelling quartz boat loaded with silicon wafers into diffusion furnace tube, placing phosphorus oxychloride in diffusion furnace tube, reducing temperature and introducing oxygen.    USE - Method for preparation of selective emitter junction of crystalline silicon solar battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method can control the resistance of heavily doped region diamonds below 40 ~o, and resistance of lightly doped region diamonds above 50 ~o.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Preparation of selective emitter junction of crystalline silicon solar battery, comprises growing diffusion mask on suede of crystalline silicon sheet, and etching and slotting electrode grid line area; and performing primary diffusion to form heavily doped region on electrode grid line area and to form lightly doped region on electrode non-grid line area. The primary diffusion technique comprises:    (A) propelling quartz boat loaded with silicon wafers into diffusion furnace tube;    (B) stabilizing temperature in diffusion furnace tube;    (C) placing phosphorus oxychloride in diffusion furnace tube for diffusion with nitrogen;    (D) introducing oxygen for diffusion and distribution;    (E) reducing temperature at 20-120 degrees C, and stabilizing temperature in diffusion furnace tube;    (F) introducing oxygen for diffusion and distribution; and    (G) taking out quartz boat loaded with diffused silicon wafers from diffusion furnace tube.
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic solar energy strip includes an Oxygen-free Copper strip. The Oxygen-free Copper strip includes greater than or equal to 99.99 weight percentage of Copper, less than to equal to 0.0010 weight percentage of Oxygen, less than or equal to 0.0040 weight percentage of Iron, and less than or equal to 0.0010 weight percentage of phosphor.    USE - Photovoltaic solar energy strip for flat-plate type solar energy collecting panel core.    ADVANTAGE - The strength of the solar energy strip is increased, while rigidity is lowered. The tensile strength of the photovoltaic solar energy strip is larger than or equal to 240 MPa, and HV is larger than or equal to 50.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a preparation method for a photovoltaic solar energy strip.
NOVELTY - Elements of group I-VI are mixed, to form elemental particles. The obtained elemental particles are mixed with group III element, to form paste. The obtained paste is coated on electrode layer of substrate, to form light absorption layer. The obtained light absorption layer is heat-treated, to obtain solar cell.    USE - Manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is manufactured economically and efficiently with high efficiency.
NOVELTY - A reforming hydrogen production reactor comprises a combined rotary clapboard, a reformer, and a purifier mounted in a heat exchanger. One end of the reformer is connected with air inlet by the rotary clapboard, while the other end is connected with the heat exchanger by the clapboard and connected with the front end of the purifier. Back end of the purifier is connected with reformed mixed air outlet. After a gasified water steam is mixed and preheated with dimethyl ether and air, it is catalyzed and reformed in a reformer. Reformed air enters the purifier and then to a fuel battery stack.    USE - Reforming hydrogen production reactor used for vehicle-mounted fuel battery.    ADVANTAGE - The reactor has reduced volume of the reforming system because the reformer, the purifier and the heat exchanger are assembled together. Further, the reactor has compact structure, light mass and high energy transforming efficiency by using dimethyl ether self heating reforming technology; and meets the requirement for work condition parameter on reformer hydrogen generation for driving cars.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A reforming hydrogen production reactor comprises a combined rotary clapboard, a reformer, and a purifier mounted in a heat exchanger. One end of the reformer is connected with air inlet by the rotary clapboard, while the other end is connected with the heat exchanger by the clapboard and connected with the front end of the purifier. Back end of the purifier is connected with reformed mixed air outlet. After a gasified water steam is mixed and preheated with dimethyl ether and air, it is catalyzed and reformed in a reformer. Reformed air is cooled by the heat exchanger to enter the purifier to carry out water gas replacement reaction to reduce the content of carbon monoxide in the mixed air, and then cooled to enter a fuel battery stack.
NOVELTY - A graphene/titanium dioxide compound light catalyst is prepared by dissolving graphite oxide in organic solvent, subjecting mixture to ultrasonic processing, adding a precursor of a titanium salt, stirring, adding deionized water, stirring, heating the mixture, adding absolute ethyl alcohol and deionized water, stirring, and drying.    USE - Method of preparing graphene/titanium dioxide compound light catalyst for environment protection or solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method utilizes easy to obtain raw materials, prepares product having good catalytic activity and optical property, and is simple, safe and low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A graphene/titanium dioxide compound light catalyst is prepared by:    (A) dissolving graphite oxide (5-60 g) in organic solvent (20-50 ml), and subjecting mixture to ultrasonic processing for 30-60 minutes to obtain dispersion solution;    (B) adding a precursor of a titanium salt into the dispersion solution, stirring for 20-60 minutes, adding deionized water (0-1 ml), and stirring for 30-90 minutes; and    (C) heating the mixture at 120-200 degrees C for 4-20 hours, adding absolute ethyl alcohol and deionized water, stirring, and drying at 40-80 degrees C for 8-24 hours.    The organic solvent is absolute ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, ethylene glycol, and/or ethanol-acetic acid. The precursor of the titanium salt is titanium tetrachloride, tetrabutyl titanate, or titanium tetraisopropanolate. The ratio of graphite oxide and precursor of the titanium salt is 1:10-500
NOVELTY - A protective film comprises a plastic film and a coating layer on the surface of the plastic film, where the coating layer comprises a binder and core-shell type zinc oxide particles dispersed in the binder. The zinc oxide particles have an average particle size of less than or equal to 50 nm and comprise a shell having a thickness of 1.5-20 nm. The binder contains a siloxane compound.    USE - In front sheet for a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The protective film has high transparency, high ultraviolet absorption ability, high weatherability and flexibility, and is capable of achieving high adhesiveness between each layers of the laminate film even if irradiated with ultraviolet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A protective film comprises a plastic film and a coating layer on the surface of the plastic film, where the coating layer comprises a binder and core-shell type zinc oxide particles dispersed in the binder. The zinc oxide particles have an average particle size of less than or equal to 50 nm and comprise a shell having a thickness of 1.5-20 nm. The binder has an average composition of formula (R1)mSi(OR2)nO(4-m-n)/2 (I).    R1=methyl, ethyl or phenyl;    R2=1-8C alkyl;    m=0.2-2;    n=0.01-3;    m+n=less than 4.
NOVELTY - Method for producing stainless steel, involves forming nitride film on the surface of stainless steel at 600-700 degrees C under nitrogen atmosphere using chromium nitride by nitriding process and immersing formed nitride layer in sulfuric acid (10-20 vol.%).    USE - The method is useful for producing stainless steel used as separator for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The stainless steel has excellent resistance to corrosion and improved electrical conductivity.
NOVELTY - The evaporation source (30) has a crucible (33) that is arranged in a cylindrical main portion (31) to accommodate deposition material. A sealing cover (32) is arranged at the top of the crucible. A nozzle (34) containing porous plate is arranged in lower portion of crucible. The high frequency induced current is supplied to a coil (35) arranged surrounding the half height of crucible and to a coil (37) arranged surrounding the nozzle provided in lower portion of the crucible. A temperature sensor is arranged to measure the temperature of the deposition material.    USE - Evaporation source for thin film deposition apparatus (claimed) used in manufacture of e.g. solar cell. Can also be used in manufacture of semiconductor device, LCD device, and organic electroluminescent display device.    ADVANTAGE - The high frequency induced current is supplied to the coil arranged surrounding half height of crucible and to the coil arranged surrounding nozzle such that the microwave induction heating operation is performed in the evaporation source and the thin film is uniformly formed in the large sized substrate. The heating time of the source is reduced and the fabrication cost is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for deposition apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the evaporation source.    Evaporation source (30)    Cylindrical main portion (31)    Sealing cover (32)    Crucible (33)    Nozzle (34)    Coils (35,37)
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing a conductive film layer, a photovoltaic (PV) absorption layer and a back electrode layer on cleaned base glass board by three-deposition, lithography and etching technique. A zinc-aluminum oxide layer and an aluminum film layer are sputtered during preparing the conductive film layer. The aluminum film layer is arranged in a gap between a baffle and a base glass board while plating the aluminum film layer after plating the oxide layer. The baffle is removed after completing the sputtering to directly carry out a piece and perform package test.    USE - Method for improving light transmission rate of a film solar cell battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reducing efficiency loss of a film solar cell battery and improving light transmission rate of the film solar cell battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of a film solar cell battery.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A photoelectrochemical cell has nanocrystals (601), nanocrystals (602), and shared ligand (603) which links nanocrystals (601) to nanocrystals (602).    USE - Photoelectrochemical cell is used for generating chemical fuel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectrochemical cell has excellent efficiency of solar to chemical energy conversion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for generation of chemical fuel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the coupled semiconductor photoelectrochemical network for splitting water.    Nanocrystals (601,602)    Shared ligand (603)    Water (604)    Sunlight (605)
NOVELTY - An illumination device (1000), comprises an at least partially transparent light source (100) having a front side and a back side; and an at least partially transparent solar cell (200) that is arranged at the back side.    USE - The illumination device is used in a piece of furniture, particularly a table (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The illumination device has a power source that is particularly suited for outdoor off-grid illumination, for example in street lighting applications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a piece of furniture, particularly a table, comprising an illumination device (1000) with a light source (100) and a solar cell (200), particularly an illumination device (1000) above.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - - The drawing shows a schematic view of an illumination device.    Light source (100)    Electroluminescent zone (131)    Inactive zone (132)    Solar cell (200)    Reflective zone (311)
NOVELTY - Composition comprises: electroconductive particles (30-90 wt.%), glass frits (0-7 wt.%), at least one matrix material (0-8 wt.%), at least one organometallic compound (0-8 wt.%), at least one additive (0-5 wt.%), and a solvent (3-69 wt.%), where: the composition further comprises nanoparticles (0.5-15 wt.%) as the absorbents for laser radiation; the nanoparticles are silver, gold, platinum, palladium, tungsten, nickel, tin, bismuth, iron, indium tin oxide, titanium carbide, tungsten oxide or titanium nitride; and the composition contains a maximum 1 wt.% of elementary carbon.    USE - The composition is useful for printing conductors onto a substrate, preferably for solar cells, using a laser printing method.    ADVANTAGE - The composition improve printability and does not reduce the conductivity by heating.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing a solar cell, comprising printing the above composition on a semiconductor substrate in which the composition is transferred on a carrier by irradiation with a laser on the semiconductor substrate, where the laser energy is absorbed by the nanoparticle and converted into heat; and the solvent is evaporated and a drop of the composition from the carrier is cast out onto the semiconductor substrate.
NOVELTY - The composite particle (4) contains semiconductor particles (6) comprised of rare earth elements and inorganic compound particles different from the semiconductor particle. The rare earth elements are one or more elements selected from the group consisting of europium (Eu), yttrium (Yb), erbium (Er) and thulium (Tm), and the semiconductor particle is zinc oxide (ZnO). The content of the rare earth elements is 0.01-20wt% of the whole composite particle.    USE - Composite particle for resin composition used in wavelength conversion layer in optical application such as electroluminescence (EL) illumination, optical communication, EL display, LED illumination, bio imaging and in photovoltaic device (all claimed) used as solar cell for converting solar energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - Aggregation of the semiconductor particles is suppressed by the rare earth elements, thus improving the durability of the composite particle and the resin composition, and improving the performance of the wavelength conversion layer and the photovoltaic device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) resin composition;    (2) wavelength conversion layer; and    (3) photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a structure of the wavelength conversion layer.    Wavelength conversion layer (3)    Composite particle (4)    Curable resin (5)    Semiconductor particle (6)
NOVELTY - A joining material layer containing silver nanoparticles and organic compound is interposed between joining portion of to-be-joined component and heated at 100-250 degrees C, to obtain joined component. The organic compound is formed by bonding polyethylene glycol having number average molecular weight of 500-5000 with amino group of polyethyleneimine having number average molecular weight of 500-50000, or bonding polyethylene glycol and linear epoxy resin having number average molecular weight of 500-5000 with amino group of polyethyleneimine.    USE - Manufacture of joined component. Uses include but are not limited to flat-panel display, electronic paper, digital book and solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides joined component. The joined component has reduced thickness, and is lightweight and environmentally-friendly.
NOVELTY - The cell has a front face anti-reflection film formed on a phosphorus expansion layer N+ and made of silicon nitride. A back face grid wire is formed on a back face anti-reflection film with a predefined pattern and connected to a boron expansion layer P+ via the back face anti-reflection film. A front face grid wire is formed on the front face anti-reflection film with a predefined pattern and connected to the phosphorus expansion layer N+ via the front face anti-reflection film. A mono-crystal silicon substrate is made of N-type and P-type solar energy-level mono-crystal silicon.    USE - Double-faced light-acceptance crystal silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell improves an output power. The cell has simple technology so as to improve the production. The cell improves the conversion efficiency, and has wide application range.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front sectional view of a double-faced light-acceptance crystal silicon solar cell.
NOVELTY - A quinoxaline derivative.    USE - The quinoxaline derivative is used in manufacturing organic light-emitting diodes or organic solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The quinoxaline derivative efficiently produces organic light-emitting diodes or organic solar cells with improved carrier mobility, thermal stability and current density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A quinoxaline derivative, represented by Formula I or II.    R1 and R2=independently, hydrogen, halogen, methyl, ethyl, propyl, butyl, aryl or heteroaryl; or phenyl, furyl, thienyl, pyridyl, pyrimidyl, benzothiazolyl or benzoimidazolyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is an organic light-emitting diode, comprising: a cathode and an anode; a light-emitting layer disposed between the cathode and the anode; and an electron transport layer comprising a quinoxaline derivative, disposed between the light-emitting layer and the cathode.
NOVELTY - The method involves supplying electric current to silicon seed rod in a reactor for generating heat while supplying raw material gas in reactor. The polycrystalline silicon is deposited on surface of silicon seed rod while maintaining pressure in reactor to 0.4-0.9MPa and surface temperature of silicon rod to 1000-1100 degrees c. A raw material gas is preheated at a range of 150-600 degrees c so as to maintain chlorosilance supply amount per unit time and per unit surface area in a range 2x 10-7 mol/sec/mm2 to 3x 10-7 mol/sec/mm2 with growth of diameter of silicon rod.    USE - Method for producing polycrystalline silicon for semiconductor device e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The growing rate of silicon seed rod can be improved while reducing the heat transfer. Since the raw material is preheated, the melting due to ascent of temperature of center portion of silicon seed rod is prevented. Hence high yield can be maintained while increasing the diameter of silicon seed rod.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polycrystalline silicon producing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view showing heat balance of silicon rod.    Bell jar (3)    Heat generation quantity (Q)    Rod (R)    Surface temperature (Ts)
NOVELTY - A dispersing agent composition contains an impurity diffusion component, a binder resin, silicon oxide microparticles and an organic solvent containing a solvent having boiling point of 100 degrees C or more. The binder resin is thermally decomposed and disappeared at temperature less than temperature at which impurity diffusion component starts thermal diffusion.    USE - Dispersing agent composition is used for forming impurity diffused layer in solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The dispersing agent composition has excellent diffusibility and coating film formation property, and provides solar cell having excellent reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) formation of impurity diffused layer (3); and    (2) solar cell (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view explaining manufacture of solar cell.    Semiconductor substrate (1)    Impurity diffused layer (3)    Passivation film (4)    Surface electrode (5)    Back surface electrode (6)    Solar cell (10)
NOVELTY - Solarization-resistant soda-lime glass comprises titanium dioxide and/or cerium oxide with additions of lead oxide, tin oxide, molybdenum oxide, tungsten oxide, copper oxide bismuth oxide, manganese oxide, silver oxide and fluorine.    USE - Solarization-resistant soda-lime glass used as covering glass for solar modules and as substrate glass for crystalline silicon semiconductor materials (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - No degradation of transmission occurs even after a long period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for the production of the soda-lime glass.
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic module has a substrate with a semiconductor layer, which is formed between two contact layers. A structured external contact layer is formed as a structured solar cell by corroding. An electrically conducting contact layer is the non conducting area of the external contact layer. The etching agent for corroding is the contact layer of acidic copper chloride solution.    USE - Photovoltaic module for use with a solar cell (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic module has a substrate with a semiconductor layer, which is formed between two contact layers, and hence ensures simplified and improved photovoltaic module.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for structuring a solar cell.
NOVELTY - A metallic nanotube is synthesized by growing nanowhisker (6) on a substrate (2), where the nanowhisker comprises a coating of a first metal (12); coating the first metal with a second metal (14) to form a coated nanowhisker (8); and heat treating the coated nanowhisker.    USE - Method for synthesizing metallic nanotube (claimed) useful for biologically manipulating parts of genes, for a catalytic converter, or for attaching further nanostructures to nanotube to produce nanoscale electric circuits, or carrying out experiments on metallic nanotubes as grown, or as a pipette tip for ultra small quantities of fluid, a small fuel cell or a filter.    ADVANTAGE - The method can produce single crystalline, defect-free and free-standing nanotubes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a metallic nanotube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of coated nanowhiskers in which a second metal comprising gold has been deposited as a coating on the nanowhisker.    Substrate (2)    Growth promoter (4)    Nanowhisker (6)    Coated nanowhisker (8)    First metal (12)    Second metal (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves winding up the laminated structure with back surface side filler (3) such that the filler is arranged in outer side. The wounded laminated structure is maintained at a temperature of 30-50 degrees C for at least 24 hours.    USE - Method for manufacturing back surface integration sheet for solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The formation of curvature in the integration sheet can be prevented and productivity of solar cell module can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the back surface integration sheet.    Back surface integration sheet (1)    Back sheet (2)    Back surface side filler (3)    Surface of filler (3a)    Processing surface (31)
NOVELTY - The solar cell has an electrically conductive film (12) formed on a metal substrate (10) to which metal atoms are bonded through an oxygen atom in any one of an alkoxyl group and a hydroxyl group. A photoelectric conversion film (14) is formed on the surface of the electrically conductive film, and a transparent electrode (16) is formed on the photoelectric conversion film.    USE - Organic thin-film solar cell for solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The organic thin-film solar cell can be manufactured at low cost by simplified process, as dry process is not used.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic thin-film solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the organic thin-film solar cell.    Metal substrate (10)    Electrically conductive film (12)    Photoelectric conversion film (14)    Transparent electrode (16)
NOVELTY - A solar battery is made by sand-blasting p-type polysilicon wafer and pre-cleaning, carrying out heavy doping to n-type adulterant to substrate of wafer, depositing polysilicon layer on surface of substrate of wafer, quickly annealing, insulating edge of wafer, and etching dephosphorization glass by hydrofluoric acid.    USE - Making of solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method reduces light reflectivity and improves light absorbing rate and working property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar battery is made by sand-blasting p-type polysilicon wafer and pre-cleaning; carrying out heavy doping to n-type adulterant to substrate of wafer; depositing polysilicon layer on surface of substrate of wafer; quickly annealing; insulating edge of wafer; etching dephosphorization glass by hydrofluoric acid; forming reflection resisting layer by plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD), coating silver slurry to bottom of wafer by screen printer and drying at low temperature; coating aluminum slurry to bottom of wafer by screen printer and drying at low temperature; and coating silver slurry to bottom of wafer by screen printer and sintering at high temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the making method of solar battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - Preparation of anode of thionyl solid oxide fuel cell comprises using cell anode material of lanthanide-praseodymium-chromate (La0.8Pr0.2CrO3), reacting with sulfur steam as fuel at 700-800 degrees C, using sulfur dioxide as fuel at 500-700 degrees C, and obtaining cell reaction product of sulfur trioxide.    USE - Method of preparation of anode of thionyl solid oxide fuel cell (claimed) used as synthesizer for producing sulfuric acid.
NOVELTY - A solar quartz blinded tube photoelectric/photo-thermal conversion element comprising at least one translucent quartz blinded tube element; where the quartz blinded tube element is coated with a solar photoelectric conversion layer and a photo-thermal conversion layer used for converting the solar energy into electric energy and heat energy.    USE - The solar quartz blinded tube photoelectric/photo-thermal conversion element is useful for industrial and commercial applications.    ADVANTAGE - The solar quartz blinded tube photoelectric/photo-thermal conversion element can be directly used by sealing the opening end without packaging which reduces the cost of current solar photoelectric and photo-thermal conversion material. Moreover, the cavity internal part of the quartz blinded tube translucent element is set with flowing body or heat tube to achieve the temperature controlling on the solar photoelectric and photo-thermal conversion material, and to make the element preserve the high conversion rate. Additionally, the external part of the element is set with a solar mirror to focus comprising reflection, refraction and projection, which improves the efficiency and the solar utilizing rate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar quartz blinded tube photoelectric/photo-thermal conversion element.
NOVELTY - The transparent conductive glass has a transparent glass substrate, a protecting layer and a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) film layer deposited on surface of protecting layer. The protecting layer is deposited on silicon oxynitride compound film layer on surface of glass substrate. The refraction rate of silicon oxynitride compound film layer is within 1.6-1.9, and the thickness is within 30-200 nanometers.    USE - Transparent conductive glass.    ADVANTAGE - Enables to prepare a transparent conductive glass via a protecting layer that is widely used in fields of solar batteries and liquid crystal displayers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the transparent conductive glass.
NOVELTY - A polyacene derivative (I) or (II) is new.    USE - New polyacene derivative is used for electronic device (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to electronic paper, organic thin film transistor, solar cell, organic electroluminescent display device and memory device.    ADVANTAGE - The polyacene derivative has excellent solubility, oxidation resistance and thermal stability, and provides electronic device with excellent durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyacene derivative of formula (I) or (II) is new.    Ar1=group derived from naphthalene, anthracene, tetracene, or pentacene;    Ar2,Ar3=6-60C arylene, 3-60C heteroarylene, 5- or 6-membered heterocycloalkylene including N, O or S, 3-60C cycloalkenylene, adamantylene, 7-60C bicycloalkylene, 2-60C alkenylene, 2-60C alkynylene, 1-60C alkylene, 1-60C thioalkylene, 1-60C alkyloxy, aryloxy or 6-60C arylthio;    R1,R2=H, deuterium, halo, 1-60C alkyl, 6-60C aryl, 3-60C heteroaryl including N, O or S, morpholino, thiomorpholino, 5- or 6-membered heterocycloalkyl including N, O, or S, 3-60C cycloalkyl, tri(1-60C) alkylsilyl, 6-60C arylsilyl, tri(6-60C) arylsilyl, adamantyl, 7-60C bicycloalkyl, 2-60C alkenyl, 2-60C alkynyl, 1-60C alkoxy, cyano, 1-60C alkyloxy, 1-60C alkylthio, 6-60C aryloxy, 6-60C arylthio, 1-60C alkoxycarbonyl, 1-60C alkylcarbonyl, 6-60C arylcarbonyl, 6-60C aryloxycarbonyl, 1-60C alkoxycarbonyloxy, 1-60C alkylcarbonyloxy, 6-60C arylcarbonyloxy, 6-60C aryloxycarbonyloxy, 1-60C alkylcarbonyloxy, arylcarbonyloxy, carboxy, nitro, or hydroxy;and    or R1+R2=(un)saturated fused ring.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electronic device.
NOVELTY - Residual impurities in silicon powder are processed by performing a strong oxidation of radical. The weight ratio of silicon powder and residual impurities is 1-99.999999:0.000001-99.    USE - Method of processing residual impurities in silicon powder for use as solar energy-class materials (claimed).
NOVELTY - Corynebacterium humireducens has preservation number CGMCC No.2452, and is new. Corynebacterium humireducens is preserved in common microorganism center of China committee for culture collection of microorganisms in April 14th, 2008.    USE - Corynebacterium humireducens used in in-situ bioremediation of organic pollutants and in microbial fuel cell battery for power generation or recycling of high-density organic wastes (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The Corynebacterium humireducens enables efficient in-situ bioremediation of organic pollutants and power generation by microbial fuel cell battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for isolating Corynebacterium humireducens, which involves:    (A) inoculating anionic solution of microbial fuel cell battery into a liquid separation culture medium of pH 10;    (B) culturing the mixture under anaerobic conditions; and    (C) selecting a single separated and purified bacterial colony.
NOVELTY - Fuel cell (I) comprises a cathode (14), an anode (12) comprising a catalyst material including metal oxide nanoparticles, and an electrolyte (16) disposed between the cathode and the anode.    USE - (I) is useful in powering an external load circuit (claimed). (I) is useful for directly converting hydrocarbons and/or oxygenated hydrocarbons into electrical energy. (I) is useful in automotive applications.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst material exhibits high ionic and electrical conductivities, and high electrochemical activity. The catalyst material provides high oxygen anion mobility to extend the reaction zone, and has high coke resistance and sulfur tolerance to give long term stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Fuel cell (I) comprises a cathode (14), an anode (12) comprising a catalyst material including metal oxide nanoparticles of formula (MO2), and an electrolyte (16) disposed between the cathode and the anode.    M = Mo, W, Ru, Re, Os or Ir.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a composition comprising a catalyst material comprising the metal oxide nanoparticles, where the nanoparticles have an average particle size of 2-1000 nm, and a substrate, where the metal oxide nanoparticles are substantially immobilized on the substrate; and    (2) powering an external load circuit (18) comprising: providing (I); electrically coupling the anode and the cathode to the external load circuit; supplying a hydrocarbon to the anode; and supplying an oxidant to the cathode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic block diagram of a direct hydrocarbon and/or biofuel solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC).    Direct hydrocarbon and biofuel SOFC (10)    Anode (12)    Cathode (14)    Electrolyte (16)    External load circuit. (18)
NOVELTY - Barrier laminate comprises at least one organic layer and at least one inorganic layer, where the organic layer comprises a resin having a cyclic skeleton comprising carbon atoms, and the inorganic layer is formed by plasma-assisted deposition method.    USE - The barrier laminate is useful for producing gas barrier film, composite film, and member for solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides barrier laminate having large area which can be formed at a fast speed and which is excellent in barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a gas barrier film comprising a substrate and the barrier laminate;    (2) a composite film comprising two gas barrier films, where the gas barrier films each are the gas barrier film and are stuck to each other on a side of the barrier laminate;    (3) a member for a solar cell, comprising the gas barrier film or the composite film; and    (4) a method for manufacturing barrier laminate comprising an organic layer and an inorganic layer, where the organic layer comprises a resin comprising having a cyclic skeleton consisting of carbon atoms, where the method comprises forming the inorganic layer by plasma-assisted deposition method.
NOVELTY - Monosilane, disilane or trisilane is subjected to dehydrogenation polymerization in the presence of a dehydrogenation catalyst (I) to obtain polysilane-based compound.    USE - Manufacture of polysilane-based compound used for manufacturing silicon thin film for electronic devices and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polysilane-based compound has favorable stability and molecular weight, and easily and economically enables to form amorphous silicon thin film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Monosilane, disilane or trisilane is subjected to dehydrogenation polymerization in the presence of a dehydrogenation catalyst of formula (I) to obtain polysilane-based compound.    M=metal;    R1-R4=H, or hydrocarbyl or hetero hydrocarbyl (both optionally substituted);    R5,R6=hydrocarbyl or substituted hydrocarbyl excluding H;and    X=halo, 1-20C alkyl, 7-30C alkyl aryl, 1-20C alkoxy alkyl, 3-20C alkyl-substituted siloxy, or 1-20C hydrocarbyl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) dehydrogenation catalyst;    (2) polysilane-based compound of formula (II) or (III); and    (3) manufacture of amorphous silicon thin film, which involves using liquefied polysilane-based compound.    m,n=0 or more;    R1'-R3'=H, halo, oxygen, nitro, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, aralkyl, alkaryl, alkoxy, alkoxy carbonyl, carbonyloxy, aminocarbonyl, dialkylamino, and/or their derivative (all optionally substituted);and    R1'+R2'+R3'=ring.
NOVELTY - A substrate is provided into a processing chamber. Further, a reacting gas mixture having silicon-containing gas is provided into the processing chamber, and a hydrogen-containing gas is provided from a remote plasma source coupled to the processing chamber. A radio frequency power less than 17.5 mW/cm2 is applied to the processing chamber to form a plasma in the gas mixture, and a silicon-containing layer is formed on the substrate.    USE - Formation of silicon-containing layer used in semiconductor industry, solar cell and thin film transistor-liquid crystal display industry.    ADVANTAGE - The thin film solar cell formed using the silver-containing layer has low defect density and excellent film transparency, film absorption property, conductivity, light conversion efficiency, film electron mobility and electrical performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for forming silicon-containing layer.
NOVELTY - A copper compound and carboxylic acid derivative (I) or polyelectrolyte (II) are reacted in water-based solvent. Indium compound and selenium compound are injected into the reaction product to obtain copper-indium-gallium-selenide nanoparticles.    USE - Manufacture of copper-indium-gallium-selenide nanoparticles used as light absorbing substance for compound thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The nanoparticles are manufactured with improved productivity under mild reaction conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A copper compound and carboxylic acid derivative of formula: R1-C(-R3)(-R2)-COOH (I) or polyelectrolyte of formula: (R4)n-(R5)mM1 (II) are reacted in aqueous solvent. Indium compound and selenium compound are injected into the reaction product to obtain copper-indium-gallium-selenide nanoparticles.    R1=H, OH, carboxy, 1-6C (hydroxy)alkyl, 1-6C (hydroxy)alkoxy, 1-6C (hydroxy)alkylthio, 1-6C aminoalkyl, 1-6C aminoalkoxy, 1-6C aminoalkylthio, 1-6C alkoxyalkyl, 2-12C alkoxy alkoxy, 2-12C alkoxyalkylthio, 3-7C cycloalkyl, 3-7C cycloalkoxy, 3-7C cycloalkylthio, 2-6C alkenyl, 2-6C alkenyloxy, 2-6C alkynyl, 2-6C alkenylthio, 2-6C alkynyloxy, 2-6C alkynylthio, 6-12C aryl, 6-12C aryloxy or 6-12C arylthio;    R2,R3=H, amine or carboxy;    R4=1-18C alkyl, 2-18C alkenyl, 6-30C aryl, 1-18C alkyl cyclohexyl (all optionally substituted by halo, nitro, CN or amino);    R5=carboxylic acid, sulfonate, sulfate ester or phosphate;    M=sodium, ammonium, potassium or amine;and    m,n=1-1000.
NOVELTY - Processing a precursor layer in a group via environment comprises: (a) forming a precursor layer on a substrate; (b) heating the precursor layer in an elongate furnace with a group VIA-based environment; and (c) advancing the substrate along a path through the furnace in slidable contact over an anti-stiction surface during at least the heating step, where material of the anti-stiction surface in slidable contact with the substrate has a thermal conductivity of 600 to 800W/(m-K).    USE - The method is useful for processing precursor layer in group via environment (claimed); or for high-throughput printing of precursor material for forming film of group IB-IIIA chalcogenide compound.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides one-step, rapid yet low-temperature technique for fabricating high-quality and uniform copper indium gallium diselenide (CIGS) films for solar modules and suitable precursor materials for fabricating such films.
NOVELTY - A thin film solar cell (100) comprises a first substrate (110); a first electrode (120) having an upper surface with irregularities; an absorption layer (130) on the first electrode, and including amorphous silicon layers and microcrystal silicon layers contacting the first electrode at an angle relative to the first substrate; a second electrode (140) on the absorption layer; and a second substrate (150) on the second electrode.    USE - A thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The thin film solar cell can improve efficiency by absorbing a wide wavelength range of a visible ray.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fabrication of thin film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a cross-sectional diagram of a thin film solar cell.    Thin film solar cell (100)    Substrate (110)    Electrodes (120, 140)    Absorption layer (130)    Substrate (150)
NOVELTY - Forming a cadmium-free thin film comprises: (a) forming a first liquid precursor; (b) forming a second liquid precursor; (c) mixing the first and second liquid precursors in a vessel to form a coating material having no cadmium present; and (d) dispensing the coating material from the vessel to a substrate to form the cadmium-free thin film.    USE - The process is useful for forming cadmium-free thin film (claimed); and for producing photovoltaic cells.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides process for depositing a thin film especially n-type thin films where use of cadmium is eliminated and the deposition process is improved to address the problems associated with chemical bath deposition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a solar cell comprising a p-type material, a cadmium-free n-type material and an electrode.
NOVELTY - The laminated structure has two transparent conductive thin films laminated in order on a plastic base material (1). The lower transparent conductive thin film (2) consists of materials chosen from a group including indium oxide type material, zinc oxide type material and tin oxide type material. The upper transparent conductive thin film (3) consists of di-indium trioxide (In2O3) and titanium dioxide (TiO2), the In2O3 being 98-99wt% of total weight.    USE - Transparent conductive laminated structure for e.g. touch panel, LED, and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Low crystallization temperature and excellent pressure withstand capacity are ensured in the transparent conductive laminated structure by the upper transparent conductive thin film formed of di-indium trioxide and titanium dioxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the transparent conductive laminated structure.    Plastic base material (1)    Lower transparent conductive thin film (2)    Upper transparent conductive thin film (3)
NOVELTY - Composition comprises electroconductive particles (30-90 wt.%), glass frits (0-7 wt.%), at least one absorbent (0.1-5 wt.%) for laser radiation, at least one matrix material (0-8 wt.%), at least one organometallic compound (0-8 wt.%), a solvent (3-50 wt.%), at least one retention agent (0-65 wt.%) and at least one additive (0-5 wt.%).    USE - The composition is useful for: printing electrodes onto a substrate; and preparing electrodes for solar cells (claimed), where the printing includes laser printing process.    ADVANTAGE - The composition ensures less amount of organic compound to be released into the environment during drying and heating steps, thus reducing the environmental impact from the solar cells.
NOVELTY - The hydrogen generating apparatus (1) has a steam reforming unit (20) which generates hydrogen-containing gas by reforming reaction with raw material supplied from material supply path (4). A carbon monoxide reduction unit (25) reduces carbon monoxide in the hydrogen-containing gas. A heat insulation unit (30) is provided in outer side of the carbon monoxide reduction unit. The heaters are provided between heat insulation unit and the carbon monoxide reduction unit, contact outside of the carbon monoxide reduction unit with a pressure plate (31).    USE - Hydrogen generating apparatus for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The heaters contact outside of carbon monoxide reduction unit with pressure plate such that the apparatus can heat the whole carbon monoxide reduction unit effectively thus the time to heat the carbon monoxide reduction catalyst can be shortened with reduced energy consumption. Since the whole carbon monoxide reduction catalyst can be used effectively the catalyst amount is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional drawing of the hydrogen generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Hydrogen generating apparatus (1)    Material supply path (4)    Steam reforming unit (20)    Carbon monoxide reduction unit (25)    Heat insulation unit (30)    Pressure plate (31)
NOVELTY - Mesoporous silica is obtained by aggregating silica particle in mesopore containing condensed polysiloxane unit surrounded by micelle, and removing the micelle, where the polysiloxane unit surrounded by micelle is obtained by condensing polysiloxane unit using alkoxysilane containing sulfide group, and reacting the obtained product with surfactant.    USE - The mesoporous silica is used in manufacturing desiccant, electrolytic membrane of fuel cell, deodorizing agent and catalyst.    ADVANTAGE - The mesoporous silica has excellent absorption capacity, and can be manufactured by simple and rapid method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of manufacturing the above-mentioned mesoporous silica.
NOVELTY - A single-crystal silicon ingot (24) is pulled up by Czochralski method from a silicon melt solution (21) containing dopant (I) which provides conductivity type (I), contained in a crucible (1). An ingot is formed using the residue in the crucible after pulling up the ingot as raw material of polycrystal silicon ingot.    USE - Manufacture of single-crystal silicon ingot for solar cells, and polycrystal silicon ingot for photovoltaic cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables effective usage of residue remaining in the crucible and provides silicon ingots with high purity. Silicon raw material utilization efficiency is improved, and solar cells can be manufactured economically.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view explaining the crystal growth of single-crystal ingot.    Crucible (1)    Silicon melt solution (21)    Seed holder (22)    Seed crystal (23)    Single crystal ingot (24)
NOVELTY - An organic photoelectric conversion element (10) has a bulk heterojunction layer (14) containing p-type semiconductor material and n-type semiconductor material and/or a layer containing phosphorus-containing cyclic structure (I) between anode (12) and cathode (13).    USE - Organic photoelectric conversion element is used for solar cell and optical sensor array (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic photoelectric conversion element has high curve factor, open circuit voltage, photoelectric conversion efficiency and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic photoelectric conversion element has a bulk heterojunction layer containing p-type semiconductor material and n-type semiconductor material and/or a layer containing phosphorus-containing cyclic structure of formula (I) between anode and cathode.    R1=substituent;and    n1=0 or 1, preferably 1.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic sectional view of solar cell.    Organic photoelectric conversion element (10)    Substrate (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (13)    Bulk heterojunction layer (14)
NOVELTY - The back sheet (2) and the back surface side filler (3) are integrated together beforehand by lamination process. A heat resistant non-expanding base material whose thermal contraction rate at 150 degrees C is 1.5% or less is provided in the lamination surface side of the back sheet. The lamination process is the fusion extraction process performed by fusion extrusion of the resin composition which comprises a filler on the back sheet at 30-1000 mu in thickness.    USE - Manufacturing method of back surface integration sheet for solar cell modules.    ADVANTAGE - The curvature of the back surface integration sheet is suppressed when the back sheet and the back surface side filler are laminated beforehand during production, thus improving the productivity of the solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged sectional view showing an example of the solar cell module back surface integration sheet.    Back surface integration sheet (1)    Back sheet (2)    Back surface side filler (3)    Back surface side filler surface (3a)    Embossing processing surface (31)
NOVELTY - The photoelectric conversion apparatus (90) has a transparent electrode layer (2) and a photoelectric converting layer (3) formed on a translucent substrate (1). A transparent thin film (201) with yttrium oxide as main component is provided between the translucent substrate and transparent electrode layer. The transparent substrate is made of glass containing alkaline component. The reflection prevention layer (202) made of magnesium fluoride or porous silica is formed on opposite side to transparent thin film.    USE - Photoelectric conversion apparatus e.g. tandem-type silicon solar cell. Can also be used in thin film solar cell, crystalline silicon solar battery such as amorphous-silicon solar cell, monocrystal silicon solar cell, silicon-germanium solar cell, and triple type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion apparatus of high electric power generation efficiency is achieved by providing transparent thin film that combined light-transmission-characteristics improvement function and alkali barrier function between the translucent substrate and transparent electrode layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the photoelectric conversion apparatus.    Translucent substrate (1)    Transparent electrode layer (2)    Photoelectric converting layer (3)    Photoelectric conversion apparatus (90)    Transparent thin film (201)    Reflection prevention layer (202)
NOVELTY - Manufacture of diborane, involves reacting sodium borohydride and 3 boron trihalide in the presence of solvent (0.01-50 vol.%) and inert gas.    USE - Manufacture of diborane used as dopant e.g. in manufacture of semiconductor or solar cell, and in rocket propellant.    ADVANTAGE - The method manufactures super high pure diborone with high borane content by simple and inexpensive process. The method provides high yield of diborone and is suitable for industrial production.
NOVELTY - Titanium alloy thin plate comprises (in %mass): niobium (0.5-2), oxygen (0.06-0.12), remainder of titanium and unavoidable impurities.    USE - The titanium alloy thin plate is useful for plate type exchangers (claimed) used for cooling vessels in various factories, fuel cells and electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The plate has excellent press-formability, moldability, mechanical strength and corrosion resistance property. The method enables manufacture of plate at high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing the above-cited thin plate.
NOVELTY - A platinum salt solution (2) and an addition metal salt solution (3) are impregnated in a support powder (1,1',1"). The addition metal salt solution consists of addition metal containing IVA group metal, VA group metal, VIA group metal and/or VIIA group metal. The impregnated support powder is subjected to air baking and hydrogen reduction, and an oxide addition support platinum catalyst is manufactured.    USE - Manufacture of oxide addition support platinum catalyst (claimed) used for manufacturing hydrogen used as fuel for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The oxide addition support platinum catalyst efficiently enables to manufacture hydrogen at low temperature. Acetaldehyde and ethylene are efficiently produced as byproducts, and discharge of carbon dioxide is reduced by using plant-derived bioethanol.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating manufacturing process of catalyst. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Support powder (1,1',1")    Platinum salt solution (2)    Addition metal salt solution (3)    Reactor (12)    Electric furnace (13)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming an angle by an edge (8) with a rotational axis of a rear transfer roller during movement of a wafer (1) in a transport direction in a bath region (22), where the angle lies between 0 and 90 degrees so that liquid does not flow to a rear side of the wafer along the edge and/or another edge (10) when the wafer leaves the rear transfer roller. A front side of the wafer is made of phosphorus-doped silicon, phosphorus silicate glass and/or silicon dioxide. The liquid is selected from a group consisting of cleaning fluid, etching liquid and coating liquid.    USE - Method for treating a wafer e.g. mono-crystalline wafer and polycrystalline wafer, with liquid in a wet bench during production of a semiconductor component and a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method ensures that occurrence of wrap-around formations of the liquid on a wafer side facing away from the wet bench is significantly reduced, and ensures that etching wrap-around formations at the wafer side leaving the transfer roller is significantly restricted.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a wafer utilized in a treating method.    Wafer (1)    Edges (8, 10)    Straight part (12)    Bath region (22)    Angle bisector (26)
NOVELTY - Conducting polymer membrane (I) obtained by chemically polymerizing a monomer of a conducting polymer by using any one of an oxidizer liquid (100) and a polymerization liquid, is claimed, where the any one of the oxidizer liquid and the polymerization liquid comprises a surfactant substance (120), and an additive (130) comprising a dopant anion and a cation derived from a basic substance.    USE - (I) is useful in electronic device (claimed) including a solid electrolyte capacitor, an organic electroluminescent device, an organic solar cell, an organic transistor, a touch panel, and a battery. (I) is useful in transparent electrodes of optical devices such display and light-emitting device.    ADVANTAGE - (I) has uniform film thickness, a flat and smooth surface, and high electrical conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an electronic device comprising the conducting polymer membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows process diagrams showing a method of manufacturing a conducting polymer membrane.    Oxidizer liquid (100)    Oxidizer (110)    Surfactant substance (120)    Additive. (130)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing a zinc oxide layer, comprises etching the zinc oxide layer by hydrofluoric acid.    USE - The zinc oxide layer is useful to produce a layer structure with a substrate, and a solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides the zinc oxide layer in an inexpensive manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a zinc oxide layer with a double structure, in which small craters are etched in large craters.
NOVELTY - Nanoscale silicon particles that are functionalized by covalently bonded organic groups, are new, where at least a part of the organic groups is capable for hole-conducting by reversible oxidation of the functionalized silicon particles and for the reversible charge transport on the respective silicon core.    USE - The functionalized silicon particles are useful for producing: or in electronic components, including diodes, solar cells, sensors, thin film transistors and conducting paths; and dispersion. (A) are useful for the production of nanoscale silicon particles that are functionalized by covalently bonded organic groups (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The nanoscale silicon particles exhibit high stability, and produces the electronic components in an inexpensive manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) preparing the nanoscale silicon particles that are functionalized by covalently bonded organic groups; and    (2) a dispersion comprising the functionalized nanoscale silicon particles and a liquid phase.
NOVELTY - A heterocyclic compound having fluorene structure (I) is new.    USE - Fluorene structure-containing heterocyclic compound is used for polymer (claimed) used as raw material for manufacturing high heat-resistant resin e.g. polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene naphthalate, polyamide resin, polyimide resin, polybenzimidazole, acrylic resin and epoxy resin. Uses include but are not limited to additive for resist, reagent for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, lens, printed wiring board, liquid crystal aligning film, luminescent material, polarizing film, fuel cell membrane, optical fiber and film for display including liquid crystal display, plasma display panel, vacuum fluorescent display, surface conduction electron emitter display, nano emissive display and organic electroluminescent display.    ADVANTAGE - The fluorene structure-containing heterocyclic compound has improved heat resistance, light transmittance, hardness, weather resistance, flexibility, mechanical strength, dimensional stability and optical characteristics, and is efficiently manufactured by a simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A heterocyclic compound having fluorene structure of formula (I) is new.    Ar=aromatic hydrocarbon ring;    ring (Het)=heterocyclic ring;    R1=cyano, halo or alkyl;    R2,R3=hydrocarbyl, alkoxy, cycloalkoxy, aryloxy, aralkyloxy, acyl, halo, nitro, cyano or substituted amino;    A1=alkylene;    A2=single bond or aliphatic hydrocarbyl;    X=reactive group, its derivative or precursor derivative;    k=0-4;    m,p,q=0 or more;and    n=1 or more.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fluorene structure-containing heterocyclic compound.
NOVELTY - A solar cell backsheet has a gas barrier layer obtained by plasma processing a polysilazane film formed on transparent surface(s) of a film support.    USE - Solar cell backsheet is used for solar cell module (claimed), and used as protection sheet for lighting components.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell backsheet has excellent adhesiveness, weather resistance, dampproof property, durability and compatibility, and can be manufactured economically.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.
NOVELTY - The electronic component package comprises perfluoro carbon type gas that is enclosed in the package of a sealing structure. The liquefaction prevention structure of perfluoro carbon type gas, is provided. The mixed gas containing nitrogen mixed with perfluoro carbon type gas, is provided as liquefaction prevention structure. A heater is installed at the liquefaction prevention structure, and perfluoro carbon type gas is selected from fluorination propane or perfluoro cyclobutane.    USE - Electronic component package used in aircraft, spacecraft, gas and oil fields, high temperature and high-pressure resistant device used for solar cell electric power generation, wind-powered electricity generation, high pressure motor, high electric power system and circuit breaker, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The heater is provided at the outer surface of electronic component package, so that the reduction in temperature of electronic component package to below the boiling point of perfluoro carbon type gas is suppressed. The desired operation of the electronic component package in large temperature region is enabled effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view illustrating the structure of electronic component package. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A thianthrene structure-containing compound (I) or (II), is new.    USE - New thianthrene structure-containing compound used as host material in organic light-emitting device for terminal of organic electroluminescent device, organic solar cell, organophotoreceptor drum, organic thin film solar cell, photodiode, organic laser and laser diode (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The thianthrene structure-containing compound provides organic electroluminescent device having improved lifetime, low drive voltage, and high luminous efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A thianthrene structure-containing compound of formula (I) or (II), is new.    R1-R10=5-60C aryl, 5-60C arylene, 5-60C aryloxy, 5-60C heteroaryl, 5-60C heteroaryloxy (all optionally substituted by O, N, S, P or Si), 1-50C alkyl, 1-50C alkoxy or 1-50C alkenyl (all optionally substituted), H, halo, cyano or thiol;    L=5-60C aryl, 5-60C arylene, 5-60C aryloxy, 5-60C heteroaryl, 5-60C heteroaryloxy (all optionally substituted by O, N, S, P or Si) or H;    X=X=N(-Ra), O, S, PRb, SiRcRd, GeReRf;    Ra-Rf=1-60C alkyl or 6-60C aryl;    n=1-3;and    Ar1,Ar2=5-60C aryl, 5-60C arylene, 5-60C aryloxy, 5-60C heteroaryl, 5-60C heteroaryloxy (all optionally containing O, N, S, P or Si), 1-50C alkyl, or H.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic light-emitting device, which consists of organic layer containing the compound (I) provided between the electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the organic electroluminescent device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Hole implant layer (103)    Hole transport layer (104)    Light emitting layer (105)    Electron injection layer (106)    Electron transport layer (107)
NOVELTY - An absorbent (60) comprises metallo-alkane derivative.    USE - The absorbent or passivation layer is useful for optical element, where the optical element is selected from an organic light-emitting device (OLED), a semiconductor, a liquid crystal display (LCD), a plasma display panel (PDP), and a solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides absorbent and passivation layer for optical element which may suppress infiltration of moisture without blocking light, may be applied to flexible substrates and may prevent deterioration of optical elements thus maintaining emission properties during extended use.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An absorbent (60) comprises metallo-alkane derivative of formula 1 or 2.    R1, R2 and R3=same as or different from each other, each are independently selected from an alkyl group, a cycloalkyl group and an aryl group;    M=trivalent metals; and    X=1-1000.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a passivation layer for an optical element, comprising metallo-alkane derivative of formula 1 or 2; and    (2) an optical element comprising the absorbent or the passivation layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of OLED including passivation layer for an optical element.    Substrate (10)    Anode (20)    Organic layer (30)    Light-transparent cathode (40)    Inorganic moisture barrier layer (50)    Absorbent (60)    UV curable seal (70)    Sealing substrate (80)
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing copper, indium and selenide (CIS) powder with a mole ratio of 1:1:2. The CIS powder and metal balls are stirred in a vessel to produce a synthesized CIS material by mechanical force. Selenide is added to the synthesized CIS material, and the synthesized CIS material is compressed using a ball mill to produce a pellet having shape corresponding to a target. Heat treatment is performed on the pellet to produce a final CIS target.    USE - Method for fabricating a copper indium selenide-based target (claimed) for an absorption layer of a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacturing the copper indium selenide-based target at low temperature and low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a copper indium selenide-based target.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical view illustrating a relation between intensity and temperature during fabrication of a copper indium selenide-based target.
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic substrate comprises a substrate (210); a barrier layer (221) adjacent to the substrate; a transparent conductive oxide layer (222) adjacent to the barrier layer, where the transparent conductive oxide layer can be doped with a dopant to achieve lower resistivity; and a buffer layer (223) adjacent to the transparent conductive oxide layer.    USE - The photovoltaic substrate is used in electronic devices.    ADVANTAGE - The doped transparent conductive oxide layer can improve the efficiency of cadmium telluride (CdTe)-based or other kinds of solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a photovoltaic device comprising a substrate; a barrier layer adjacent to the substrate; a transparent conductive oxide layer adjacent to the barrier layer, where the transparent conductive oxide layer can be doped with a dopant to achieve lower resistivity; a buffer layer adjacent to the transparent conductive oxide layer; and a semiconductor bi-layer adjacent to the transparent conductive oxide layer, where the semiconductor bi-layer comprises a semiconductor absorber layer and a semiconductor window layer; and    (2) a method of manufacturing a photovoltaic substrate by depositing a barrier layer adjacent to a substrate; depositing a transparent conductive oxide layer adjacent to the barrier layer, where the transparent conductive oxide layer can be doped with a dopant to achieve lower resistivity; depositing a buffer layer adjacent to the transparent conductive oxide layer; and depositing a semiconductor bi-layer adjacent to the buffer layer, where the semiconductor bi-layer comprises a semiconductor absorber layer and a semiconductor window layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a photovoltaic substrate.    Substrate (210)    Barrier layer (221)    Oxide layer (222)    Buffer layer (223)
NOVELTY - A backsheet (7) consists of a base material containing liquid crystalline polyester having a bivalent aromatic group-containing structural unit (I, II and III). The content of 2,6-naphthalene diyl groups contained with respect to 100 mol% of total content of bivalent aromatic groups is 40 mol% or more.    USE - Backsheet is used for solar cell module (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to electric vehicle, hybrid car, roofing tile, window glass, timepiece, calculator, mobile telephone, digital camera, notebook-type personal computer and space shuttle.    ADVANTAGE - The backsheet has excellent weather resistance and water vapor-barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A backsheet consists of a base material containing liquid crystalline polyester having a bivalent aromatic group-containing structural unit of formulae: -O-Ar1-CO- (I), -CO-Ar2-CO- (II) and -O-Ar3-O- (III). The content of 2,6-naphthalene diyl groups contained with respect to 100 mol% of total content of bivalent aromatic groups is 40 mol% or more.    Ar1=2,6-naphthalene diyl, 1,4-phenylene or 4,4'-biphenylene (all optionally substituted by halo, 1-10C alkyl or 6-20C aryl);and    Ar2,Ar3=2,6-naphthalene diyl, 1,4-phenylene, 1,3-phenylene or 4,4'-biphenylene (all optionally substituted by halo, 1-10C alkyl or 6-20C aryl).    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module (1), which consists of backsheet provided in the back surface of solar cell element (2).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Solar cell module (1)    Solar cell element (2)    Sealing material (5)    Surface-protection glass (6)    Backsheet (7)
NOVELTY - A five-membered heterocyclic compound (I), is new.    USE - New five-membered heterocyclic compound is used for organic electroluminescent device e.g. organic light emitting diode, organic solar cell, organophotoreceptor, organic thin film transistor, photodiode, organic laser and laser diode (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The five-membered heterocyclic compound provides organic electroluminescent device having excellent luminous efficiency and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A five-membered heterocyclic compound of formula (I), is new.    R1-R12=H, halo, cyano, alkoxy, thiol, or 1-50C alkoxy, 1-50C alkenyl, 5-60C arylene, 5-60C aryl, 5-60C aryloxy, 1-50C alkyl optionally including sulfur, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus and/or silicon, or 5-60C heteroaryl or heteroaryloxy including sulfur, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus or silicon (all optionally substituted);    R13,R14=H, 1-50C alkoxy, 1-50C alkenyl, 5-60C arylene, 5-60C aryl, 5-60C aryloxy, 1-50C alkyl optionally including sulfur, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus and/or silicon, or 5-60C heteroaryl or heteroaryloxy including sulfur, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus or silicon (all optionally substituted);    X=CRaRb, NRc, oxygen, PRd, sulfur, SiReRf, or GeRgRh;and    Ra-Rh=1-50C alkyl or 6-60C aryl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) organic electroluminescent device; and    (2) terminal, which comprises organic electroluminescent device.
NOVELTY - The method involves increasing surface area of a single-crystalline silicon wafer during wet texturing process, and forming even shape microstructures by etching process. A surface of the single-crystalline silicon wafer is formed less than 10 micrometers in reactive ion etching process. The microstructures are additionally equipped with crown shape concavo-convex structure by an isotropic etching process.    USE - Method for manufacturing a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables performing additional texture to the wafer and increasing surface area of the wafer. The method enables increasing optical absorption rate and improving photoelectric efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating a solar cell manufacturing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The charger has a control circuit board provided with a control circuit. A solar cell panel, a polymer lithium ion cell and a plug are electrically connected with the control circuit. The solar cell panel is adhered on a plastic surface housing. The cell and the control circuit board are arranged in a cavity composed of the plastic surface housing and a plastic bottom housing. The plastic surface housing and the plastic bottom housing are arranged together. A connecting rubber strip is designed on the plastic surface housing and a plastic bottom housing assembly body.    USE - Solar charger for charging a cell phone.    ADVANTAGE - The charger is small in size, light in weight and convenient to use, and provides reliable guarantee for charging the cell phone. The cell is easily exposed during short circuit. The control circuit avoids electricity leakage problem.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a solar charger.
NOVELTY - The tray has a ceramic layer positioned in an upper side of a carbon composite tray whose thickness is about 150-250 micrometers such that the ceramic layer is not positioned in a resistance measuring domain of the carbon composite tray. The ceramic layer contains alumina or yttria.    USE - Solar cell tray.    ADVANTAGE - The tray prevents etching and exposure of the carbon composite part, thus improving yield of the tray. The durability of the tray is improved. The tray avoids manual removal of a carbon fiber nap, thus improving productivity of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell tray.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a method for manufacturing a solar cell tray.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A polyethyleneimine and titanium (IV) dihydroxide are adsorbed to magnetite core, and titanium dioxide nanoparticles are processed at 90-120 degrees C for 24-48 hours, to obtain hollow titania nanoparticles.    USE - Manufacture of hollow titania nanoparticles used for fuel sensitive solar cell and lithium ion battery (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hollow titania nanoparticles are efficiently manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) fuel sensitive solar cell; and    (2) lithium ion battery.
NOVELTY - Manufacture of solar absorption layer paste comprises mixing second-component, three-component or four-component powders comprising IB group, IIIA group and VIA group elements to form original mixed powder; adding VIA group element powder to mixed powder and mixing to form final mixed powder, with ratio of VIA group element in final mixed powder is greater than ratio of the VIA group element in mixed powder; and performing multi-stage grinding to form nanometer-level solar absorption layer powder paste with uniform grain diameter.    USE - Method for manufacturing solar absorption layer paste (claimed).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the method for manufacturing solar absorption layer paste. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing paste containing carbon material and binder in which occlusion and discharge are reversibly possible for lithium ion that is distributed to a predetermined solvent for negative mix layer. The paste is coated to surface of negative electrode collector. The coated article is pressed having a specific surface area per collector unit area. A lithium secondary battery (10) is constructed using the manufactured negative mix layer.    USE - Manufacturing method for lithium secondary battery (claimed) for use in electric motor mounted in vehicle such as motor vehicle e.g. car (from drawings). Can also be used in electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery is constructed using the manufactured negative mix layer, such that precipitation of lithium is suppressed and the excellent cyclic characteristic can be provided in the lithium secondary battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the lithium secondary battery.    Lithium secondary battery (10)    Battery case (50)    Cover structure (56)    Positive electrode terminal (60)    Negative electrode terminal (70)
NOVELTY - This invention is a TiO2-C60 doped dye-sensitizing solar cell and its manufacturing method. It comprises of spreading slurry of a nano-grade carbon dioxide powder and a nano-grade purified carbon 60 compounds onto a working electrode. Furthermore, it goes through a calcinations process to obtain a TiO2-C60 compound thin film that has better electrical conductivity and higher degree of porous. As a result, the adsorption characteristics of the photo-sensitive dye can be improved for improving the photoelectric energy conversion efficiency of the dye-sensitizing solar cell.
NOVELTY - This invention is a carbon nanotubes doped TiO2-CNTs dye-sensitizing solar cell and its manufacturing method. Create a slurry of a nano-graded Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) powder doped with carbon nanotubes and spread it onto a working electrode. Furthermore, it goes through a calcinations process to obtain a TiO2-CNTs compound thin film that has better electrical conductivity and higher degree of porous. As a result, it improves the adsorption characteristics of the photo-sensitive dye which improves the photoelectric energy conversion efficiency of the dye-sensitizing solar cell.
NOVELTY - This invention is a dye-sensitizing solar cell, its electrode, and their manufacturing method. It comprises of a first electrode, a second electrode, and a dielectric fluid in between the two electrodes. The first electrode futher comprises a conducting base board and a porous thin film layer. The porous thin film layer is formed by spreading slurry onto the conducting base board. The slurry comprises of ZnO which is doped with 99.9% purified carbon nanotubes, CNTs. It can promote the degree of porous and the adsorption of photo-sensitive dye, as a result, increases the photoelectric energy conversion efficiency of the dye-sensitizing solar cell.
NOVELTY - A method of roughening a single side of a wafer of a solar cell includes the steps of: providing the wafer having a front side and a back side; transporting the wafer to a spraying apparatus; spraying an etchant to the front side of the wafer in the spraying apparatus to etch and roughen the front side of the wafer; and spraying a cleaning liquid to the front side of the wafer to remove the etchant and to clean the front side of the wafer.
NOVELTY - The element has integrated solar cell laminates e.g. frameless glass-film or glass-glass laminates, for the direct generation of solar power and automatic ventilation for heat dissipation according to a chimney effect. The solar cell laminates are fastened to a base body and made of materials such as clay, concrete, plastic, polymer concrete, recycled materials, which ensures strength and sealing of a roof. Edge regions (4, 5) are provided with grooves.    USE - Solar roof covering element e.g. roofing tile (claimed) such as concrete roofing tile.    ADVANTAGE - The element protects the roof from rain, cold and wind, directly receives and fixes the solar cell laminates, provides adequate ventilation of the solar cells for increasing yield of photovoltaic system, and ensures secure roof penetration of connection cable. The element is installed in a simple and cheap manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar roof covering element with a support of a solar cell laminate.    Module support (1)    Discharge opening (2)    Openings (3)    Edge regions (4, 5)
NOVELTY - The method involves applying microstructured or nanostructured components on a substrate (1). The components are coated with thermally decomposable polymer. The thermally decomposable polymer coated components are partially coated with potting compounds. The components partially coated with the potting compounds are heated to temperature at which the thermally decomposable polymer is decomposed by a heat process. The temperature for heating the components is selected such that materials of the components are not converted into gaseous component parts.    USE - Method for manufacturing component parts for microelectromechanical system (MEMS)-chips, application specific integrated circuit (ASIC)-chips and/or sensor elements such as pressure sensors, acceleration sensors, temperature sensors, gyro sensors, mass flow sensors, magnetic sensors, gas sensors, Hall sensors and/or humidity sensors (all claimed). Can also be used for an active pixel sensor, charge coupled device (CCD)-sensor, contact image sensor, digital pixel sensor, optocoupler, position sensitive device, solar cell, time-of-flight sensor, neuromorphic chip and a microprocessor.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacturing the component parts in a cost-effective manner. The method enables forming cavities in the potting compounds, so as to easily manufacture the component parts.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a component part comprising microstructured or nanostructured components.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a substrate with a copper-coated resin film.    Substrate (1)    Adhesive film (2)    Copper-coated resin film (3)    Epoxy layer (3a)    Copper layer (3b)
NOVELTY - A solar cell comprises a substrate (110) that contains first impurities of a first conductive type, and is formed of a crystalline semiconductor; a first field region that contains second impurities of a second conductive type; an emitter region (121) that contains third impurities of a third conductive type, is formed of a noncrystalline semiconductor, and is positioned on a non-incident surface of the substrate opposite the incident surface of the substrate; and a first and a second electrode (141, 142) electrically connected to the emitter region and substrate, respectively.    USE - The solar cell is used for generating electric energy from solar energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial perspective view of a solar cell.    Substrate (110)    Emitter regions (121)    Electrode part (140)    First electrode (141)    Second electrode (142)
NOVELTY - The battery has a heterojunction structure formed between n-type amorphous silicon thin film layers. Another heterojunction structure is formed between the n-type amorphous silicon thin film layer and an n-type microcrystalline silicon thin film layer. A contact beam acceptance electrode is arranged on an n-type amorphous silicon carbon thin film layer, and a backlight surface electrode is arranged under a crystalline silicon material layer. The crystalline silicon material layer is a p type silicon substrate layer of n type doped dispersed processing or p type silicon substrate layer.    USE - Silicon substrate heterojunction solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery strengthens photoinduced attenuation reaction of the amorphous silicon thin film layer and utilizes the window effect of different semiconductor materials with clearance to realize selectable absorption of the heterojunction battery structure on different frequency wavebands lights to add the total effective utilization of the incident light and improve photoelectric conversion efficiency of the battery. The battery has improved stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The upper surface of the amorphous silicon carbon thin film layer is added with an upper superposed layer with passive film and/or transparent conductive thin film, and the passive film is made of silicon nitride or silicon dioxide.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a silicon substrate heterojunction solar battery.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves preloading a laminate assembly (14) comprising a set of laminations (42) by urging the laminations towards sealed positions using a tie rod arrangement, and pressurizing the laminate assembly that is placed between opposing endplates (18, 22). An enclosed volume (30) placed adjacent to an end portion (32) of the laminate assembly is pressurized to hold the laminations in the sealed positions. Fluid i.e. water, is moved into the enclosed volume to pressurize the enclosed volume.    USE - Method for sealing a laminate assembly in a fuel cell and an electrolyzer.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables utilizing sealed positions to reduce leakage of fluid between the internal cavities of the laminate assembly. The method allows the static seal to be positioned between the end plate and the housing to facilitate holding of the fluid within the enclosed volume.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a laminate assembly pressurization arrangement comprising a set of laminations.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of an electrolyzer having a laminate assembly.    Laminate assembly (14)    Opposing endplates (18, 22)    Enclosed volumes (30, 38)    End portions of laminate assembly (32, 40)    Laminations (42)
NOVELTY - Preparing carbon nanotubes, comprises treating acid-refined carbon nanotubes with a solution of a compound having an amino group or ammonia water.    USE - The method is useful for preparing carbon nanotubes i.e. single-walled carbon nanotubes, which are useful for preparing carbon nanotube films for fabricating electronic devices (all claimed) including field emission components, field effect transistors such as thin film transistors, single electron transistors, molecular sensors, solar cells, photovoltaic components, light emitting components and memories. The carbon nanotube films are useful as thin film electrodes and transparent electrodes.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides carbon nanotubes, which easily repair defects in side walls of carbon nanotubes under stable condition, and with excellent properties including electricity, machinery, magnetism and configuration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) preparing carbon nanotube films, comprising preparing a carbon nanotube film with carbon nanotubes obtained by treating acid-refined carbon nanotubes with a solution of a compound having an amino group or ammonia water; and    (2) fabricating electronic devices, comprising preparing the carbon nanotubes or their films and fabricating the electronic devices with the carbon nanotube or their films.
NOVELTY - A bonding agent contains transition metal oxide having a spinel type crystal structure, and spherical particles in which crystal faces are exposed to the surface, where the bonding agent has a co-continuous structure and the particles have a side with length of 1 mu m or more.    USE - Bonding agent for electrically bonding two conductive connection members in a solid oxide fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The bonding agent has high conductivity and bonding strength and reduced electrical resistance effect.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photograph of an electron scanning microscope illustrating a bonding agent.
NOVELTY - A membrane humidifier comprises first flow field plate adapted to facilitate flow of first gas, second flow field plate adapted to facilitate flow of second gas, and polymeric membrane disposed between first and second flow fields. The membrane is adapted to permit transfer of water, and the polymeric membrane comprising first polymer having polymer segment.    USE - Membrane humidifier used for fuel cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A membrane humidifier comprises first flow field plate adapted to facilitate flow of first gas, second flow field plate adapted to facilitate flow of second gas, and polymeric membrane disposed between first and second flow fields. The membrane is adapted to permit transfer of water, and the polymeric membrane comprising first polymer having polymer segment of formula (E0-P1-Q1-P2) (1).    E0=protogenic group;    P1, P2=-O-, -S-, -SO-, -CO-, -NH-, NR2-, or -R3-;    R2=1-25C alkyl, 1-25C aryl or 1-25C arylene;    R3=1-25C alkylene, 1-25C perfluoroalkylene, perfluoroalkyl ether, alkylether, or 1-25C arylene;and    Q1=fluorinated cyclobutyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell system (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the fuel cell system including membrane humidifier assembly for humidifying cathode inlet airflow to a fuel cell stack.    Fuel cell system (10)    Fuel cell stack (12)    Compressor (14)    Cathode input line (16)    Membrane humidifier assembly (18)    Cathode output line (20)
NOVELTY - Fuel cell system comprises fuel cell stack (30) for receiving reactant gases and generating electrical energy; and humidifier (20) for humidifying reactant gas supplied to cathode inlet of fuel cell stack using exhaust gas discharged from cathode outlet of fuel cell stack as water supply source. An intercooler (40) for cooling the exhaust gas as a water supply source of the humidifier is installed in an exhaust gas pipe, which connects the cathode outlet of the fuel cell stack and the humidifier, to reduce the temperature of the exhaust gas and, at the same time, increase its humidity.    USE - Fuel cell system i.e. polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell system used for vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to sports utility vehicles, buses, trucks, commercial vehicles, boats, ships, aircraft, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The system reduces the temperature of exhaust gas discharged from fuel cell stack to humidifier to increase its humidity, when the fuel cell stack operates at high temperature and high power, and thus improves the humidification performance for air as an oxidant in the humidifier and improves the performance of the fuel cell stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic view showing the configuration of an operation state detector and a controller of the coolant cut-off device.    Humidifier (20)    Fuel cell stack (30)    Intercooler (40)    Operation state detector (41a, 41b)    Controller (42)
NOVELTY - The device has a biocompatible bodily fluid impermeable housing defining an interior volume in which an electroactive component material is arranged. The housing comprises an active wall member having an exterior surface facing an external environment outside the housing and an internal surface facing an internal environment inside the housing. A power cell (110) is implanted into the bodily fluid to act as an electrolytic medium between anode and cathode assemblies. The assemblies are electrically interfaced with bodily fluid during cell discharge.    USE - Implantable electrochemical power cell device for providing electrical power to an implantable medical device (IMD) system (claimed) e.g. cardiac pacemaker system and implantable electrical stimulation system during treatment of heart and brain of a patient. Can also be used for treatment of Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, scoliosis, hearing/deafness, vision/blindness, incontinence, gastroparesis, sexual dysfunction, cancer, obesity and diabetes.    ADVANTAGE - The device improves service life of an implantable medical device, thus reducing the need for frequently changing a power source such as a lithium ion battery, and reducing surgical risks. The device improves reliability and service life of the lithium ion battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for providing electrical power to an implantable medical device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of an implantable medical device.    Implantable medical device (100)    Power cell (110)    Electrode assemblies (112, 114)    Electrical coupling component (130)    Electrical leads (131, 132)
NOVELTY - A chlorosilane containing boron impurities are contacted with dehydrated tertiary amine to convert the boron impurities into high-boiling point compounds. The high-boiling point compounds and chlorosilane are separated by distillation, and the boron impurities contained in chlorosilane is reduced. Thus, chlorosilane is purified.    USE - Purification of chlorosilane used as raw material for semiconductor, solar cell and liquid crystal panel.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically provides chlorosilane with high purity and yield, by a simple process.
NOVELTY - Hot-melt-adhesive agent comprises (a) copolymer of ethylene and carboxylic acid derivative having ethylenic double bond, (b) polypropylene wax, (c) polyethylene wax, and (d) Fischer Tropsch wax.    USE - The hot-malt-adhesive agent is useful for electric power machines and apparatus (claimed) used for converting other energy into electrical energy. The electric power apparatus is chosen from chemical cells, physical cells, lithium ion battery, solar cell, primary battery, secondary battery and capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - The agent is resistant to heat, and improves the productivity of electric power machines and prevents ignition of machines.
NOVELTY - A solar battery assembly is formed by performing cold vacuuming at 0-50 (preferably 20-30) degrees C and pressure of - 50 to - 101 MPa for 10-15 minutes with a pressure decreasing speed of 90-100 KPa/minute, and hot vacuuming at 50-200 (preferably 90-110)?C and pressure of - 50 to - 101 MPa for 10-120 minutes to a glass plate, solar cells (1) and a back sheet laminated in turn and adhered together; and treating the laminated glass plate, solar cells and back sheet at 100-200 degrees C and a pressure of 0.5-1.5 MPa.    USE - Method of forming a solar battery assembly (claimed) for use as an automobile roof.    ADVANTAGE - The method has high yield and forms product having better performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a solar battery assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic plan view of a solar battery array.    Solar cells (1)    Lines (A1-A6, A12, A34, A56)
NOVELTY - The assembly comprises solar cells (3) that are located between the light-transmitting upper covering plate and carrier (4). The solar cells are connected in series, in parallel, or in a series-parallel connection via positive connection points (41) and negative connection points (42). The light-transmitting upper covering plate, carrier and solar cells are adhered together through polyvinyl butyral resin or ethylene-vinyl acetate. The positive extraction electrode (32) and negative extraction electrode (33) are provided to extract current.    USE - Solar battery assembly.    ADVANTAGE - Since the solar cells are connected in series, in parallel, or in series-parallel connection via positive connection points and negative connection points, the connection is more flexible and circuit is made stable. The voltage or current is adjusted without affecting performance of solar assembly performance by simply modifying the circuit or designing regulating elements with circuit. The solar cells are connected in series, in parallel, or in series-parallel connection, so that damage to solar cells is prevented and the replacement of solar cells are made easy. The direct connections of positive lead-out electrodes and negative lead-out electrodes are made to the carrier, so that the manufacturing process is simplified. The electrical connections are stable. The maintenance of assembly is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the solar cells with carrier.    Solar cells (3)    Carrier (4)    Positive extraction electrode (32)    Negative extraction electrode (33)    Positive connection points (41)    Negative connection points (42)
NOVELTY - A crude chlorosilane (AA) containing boron compound is made to contact with ion-exchange resin and then with silica adsorbent, to obtain purified chlorosilane (BB).    USE - Purification of chlorosilane e.g. dichlorosilane, trichlorosilane and tetrachlorosilane used as raw material for preparing polycrystalline silicon for semiconductor, solar cell and liquid crystal display.    ADVANTAGE - The method economically and stably purifies chlorosilane using simple process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of apparatus for purifying chlorosilane. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Packed columns (1,2)    Supply tube (3)    Connecting tube (4)    Extraction pipe (5)    Crude chlorosilane (AA)    Purified chlorosilane (BB)
NOVELTY - Metallization of photovoltaic solar cell comprises contacting photovoltaic solar cell with electroless plating composition comprising source of soluble silver ions and reducing agent; and illuminating photovoltaic solar cell with radiant energy from light source, with front side and backside of solar cell oppositely charged and metal ions from electroless plating solution plated on metallic pattern on front side of solar cell not electrically connected to external power source during plating. The photovoltaic solar cell comprises backside and front side having pattern comprising metal.    USE - Method of metallizing photovoltaic solar cell used for depositing layer of metal (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides faster plating rates, by electroplating without resulting in breakage of the silicon solar cells from attachment of electrical connection and also minimizes noted deficiencies of electroless silver plating.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of the light-induced electroless plating process.
NOVELTY - An aromatic monomer containing an aromatic compound having sulfonyl group and two leaving groups is polymerized in aprotic polar organic solvent in presence of transition metal or transition metal compound, and a polymerization reaction liquid containing polyarylene and impurities is produced. An oxygen-containing organic solvent different from polar organic solvent, acid, water and aromatic organic solvent are added to reaction liquid. The impurities are removed, and water layer and organic layer are separated. Thus, refined polyarylene is manufactured.    USE - Manufacture of refined polyarylene used for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The refined polyarylene free of impurities is efficiently manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An aromatic monomer containing an aromatic compound having sulfonyl group of formula: -SO2-A and two leaving groups directly coupled to aromatic ring is polymerized in aprotic polar organic solvent in the presence of transition metal or transition metal compound, and a polymerization reaction liquid containing polyarylene and metal impurities is produced. An oxygen-containing organic solvent different from polar organic solvent, acid, water and aromatic organic solvent are added to reaction liquid. The impurities are removed, and water layer and organic layer are separated by retaining the reaction liquid for predetermined time. Thus, refined polyarylene is manufactured.    A=amino having 1-20C hydrocarbyl optionally having substituent group (G1), or 1-20C alkoxy optionally having substituent group (G1);and    group (G1)=fluoro, alkoxy, aryl, aryloxy, acyl or cyano.
NOVELTY - Silicon is obtained by reducing silicon tetrachloride by contacting silicon tetrachloride refined by separating impurity from silicon tetrachloride obtained by chlorination of metallic silicon, with metal zinc. When contacting silicon tetrachloride with metal zinc and reducing, the by-produced zinc chloride is divided and processed. Metal zinc and gaseous chlorine are obtained by electrolysis by dividing by oxygen which the zinc chloride contains, and crude zinc oxide is produced.    USE - Purification of silicon used for solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables economical silicon production with high productivity by efficiently processing by-produced zinc chloride, and enables resource saving.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic explanatory view of the manufacturing apparatus of silicon. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Ceramic electric tubular furnace (1)    Transparent quartz tube (2)    Thermostat (5)    Gas meter (8)    Zinc-chloride collection tank (10)
NOVELTY - A gas barrier film has a carbonized silicon oxide film (2) formed on surface(s) of a polymer film (1) as a base material. The carbonized silicon oxide film is formed by chemical vapor deposition method using film-forming source gas containing monomer gas, oxidation gas, and inert gas e.g. helium.    USE - Gas barrier film is used for packaging material of foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals, and back sheets of solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The gas barrier film has excellent adhesiveness and can be manufactured with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of gas barrier film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the gas barrier film.    Polymer film (1)    Carbonized silicon oxide film (2)
NOVELTY - A glass roll is wound by a glass film in roll shape. The glass film has thickness of 200 mu m or less, dielectric constant of 7 or less, and average surface roughness of 10 Angstrom or less.    USE - Glass roll. Uses include but are not limited to wiring board, liquid crystal display, electroluminescent display, image sensor, chip size package, charge coupled device, solid-state image sensor, cover glass for solar cells, mobile telephone, notebook personal computer, television, and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The glass roll has improved flexibility, display property, and productivity. Electrical charge is not produced by peeling.
NOVELTY - Ink composition comprises electroconductive particle and organic type carrier containing thermosetting resin composition, hardening agent and solvent. The electroconductive particle comprises nano silver particle with average particle diameter of 1-100 nm and flake-shaped copper particle with average particle diameter of 0.1-3 mu m. the electroconductive particle contains flake-shaped copper particle in more mass ratio than the nano silver particle.    USE - The ink composition is useful for producing photovoltaic cell and solar cell module (both claimed) used in electrical and electronic components.    ADVANTAGE - The ink composition has excellent adhesivity, reliability and heat resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) photovoltaic cell comprising collector electrode formed using the above-cited ink composition;    (2) solar cell module comprising (i) lead wire formed using the ink composition or (ii) photovoltaic cell;    (3) method for producing the ink composition, involves mixing solvent, thermosetting resin composition and hardening agent to obtain organic type carrier, mixing nano silver particle and flake-shaped copper particle to obtain electroconductive particle, and mixing the organic type carrier and electroconductive particle into paste; and    (4) method for producing photovoltaic cell, involves forming the collector electrode on a transparent conductive layer using the ink composition.
NOVELTY - Film comprises (in parts mass): ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, organic peroxide, UV absorber (0.01-3) and phosphorus-type antioxidant or phenol-type antioxidant (0.02-1). The mass ratio of UV absorber and antioxidant is 0.1:50. The mass ratio of organic peroxide and antioxidant is 1.5:75.    USE - The film is useful for sealing solar cell (claimed) which is used for converting sunlight into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent UV-ray resistance property, durability and productivity and is environmentally-friendly.
NOVELTY - A covering material is a plate shape or film form covering material used for solar cell module which is formed by sequentially laminating a photovoltaic cell, a filler, and the covering material. The covering material comprises a transparent resin and a particle group containing silicon oxide as main component formed in the surface touching the filler.    USE - Covering material is used for solar cell modules.    ADVANTAGE - The covering material has excellent adhesiveness with filler, breakage resistance, workability, handleability, and shape freedom degree, and is lightweight. The thickness can be changed according to the requirement.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of covering material.
NOVELTY - Laminate film comprises a substrate film, an organic layer and an inorganic layer in that order, where the organic layer has a thickness of 300 nm to 2000 nm, the inorganic layer comprises silicon oxide represented by silicon oxide (SiOx), where x is in a range from 0.9 to 1.5, and the organic layer has a surface satisfying all the following formulae Ra(100 mu m2) not less than 50 nm; Ra(10 mu m2) not less than 20 nm; and 75 nm not less than Rz(100 mu m2) not less than 300 nm.    USE - The laminate film is useful for producing composite film and back sheet for solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides laminate film having excellent slidability and barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a composite film comprising two laminate films, where the two laminate films each are the laminate film and adhere to each other at a side of its inorganic layer;    (2) a back sheet for a solar cell, comprising the laminate film or the composite film; and    (3) a method for producing the laminate film comprising transferring the substrate film by roll to roll processing.
NOVELTY - Antimony (Sb)-doped stanum dioxide (SnO2) heat resistant transparent electrode thin film is obtained by adding antimony (0.1-10 mole%) to stanum dioxide transparent electrode at arbitrary temperature of 900-1200 degrees C, and performing annealing treatment of transparent electrode.    USE - The antimony-doped stanum dioxide heat resistant transparent electrode thin film is useful in inorganic electroluminescent element (claimed) and in other display elements e.g. LCD, plasma display, electroluminescent element, solar cell and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The antimony-doped stanum dioxide heat resistant transparent electrode thin film has high transmittance at visible region and high electric conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for inorganic electroluminescent element.
NOVELTY - The manufacturing device (300) includes a deposition chamber (320) which is equipped with an exhausting unit (324) which exhausts the FTO precursor droplets evaporating from a substrate (315), when the droplet parallelly flows with the substrate. The exhausting unit sucks-in the droplet from a showerhead (322) set at the side of the deposition chamber and exhausts the droplet out of the device.    USE - Manufacturing device of fluorine-containing tin oxide (FTO) thin film used in manufacture of kernel electrode material of solar cell, information technology equipments, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The FTO thin film can be uniformly formed in the substrate with a simple apparatus, while the FTO precursor droplet is made to parallelly flow with the substrate and improving the electrical characteristic of the device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the FTO thin film manufacturing device.    FTO film manufacturing device (300)    Substrate (315)    Deposition chamber (320)    Showerhead (322)    Exhausting unit (324)
NOVELTY - The device has a display unit with several transparent organic LEDs (110), and a driver circuit. Several transparent intermediate layers (120) are formed between the transparent organic LEDs and a solar cell (130), to control the permeability of the light from LEDs. A light modulation layer made of electrochromic material, polymer dispersed liquid crystals (PDLC), titanium oxide, nitrogen oxide, tungsten oxide and viologen, is formed on the intermediate layers. A base electrode is made of silver, gold, copper and carbon nanotube (CNT).    USE - Transparent organic LED display device for notebook computer, pocket telephone and MPEG audio layer 3 player.    ADVANTAGE - The brightness and efficiency of the transparent organic LED display device can be improved reliably. The lifetime of the transparent organic LED display device can be increased effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of transparent organic LED display device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the transparent organic LED display device.    Organic LED (110)    Transparent intermediate layer (120)    Solar cell (130)
NOVELTY - The metal silicon purifier has chamber (10) accommodating the crucible (20) containing metal silicon. A heater (11) is arranged inside the chamber for heating the crucible. The gas supply unit (60) for supplying gas to the crucible, is arranged on the top of chamber. The local heater (50) is arranged between the gas supply unit, for heating the metal silicon. The crucible supported by crucible supporter (30), can be moved vertically within the chamber.    USE - Metal silicon purifier used for manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the purifier can be simplified and the cost of the purifier can be reduced. The damage to the purifier can be prevented and the productivity of metal silicon can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the metal silicon purifier.    Chamber (10)    Heater (11)    Crucible (20)    Crucible supporter (30)    Local heater (50)    Gas supply unit (60)
NOVELTY - A 1,3,5-triazine polymerizable monomer (I) is new.    USE - New 1,3,5-triazine polymerizable monomer is used for high-refractive-index resin composition (claimed) for anti-reflecting film, sealing agent, condensing agent, and coating agent of solar cell, light emitting diode, lenticular lens, plastic lens, optical waveguide, charge coupled display device and complementary metal-oxide semiconductor sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The high-refractive-index resin composition containing 1,3,5-triazine polymerizable monomer has high refractive index, and excellent heat resistance and solvent resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A 1,3,5-triazine polymerizable monomer of formula (I) is new.    at least two of A1-A3=-N(-R1)-CH2-CH=CH2 or -O-CH2-CH=CH2, and remaining is -N(-R2)-R3 or group of formula (a);    R1=H, 1-10C alkyl or 2-10C alkenyl;and    R2,R3=phenyl or naphthyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for high-refractive-index resin composition, which contains (in mass parts) polymerizable monomer (70-100) and other monomer (0-30).
NOVELTY - Aromatic polyether-ketone polymer electrolyte material is manufactured by blending polymer A and polymer B with different ionic group concentration. Polymer A is aromatic polyether ketone with a hydrolyzable group. If X is the ionic group density of polymer A, Y is the ionic group density of polymer B and Z is the ionic group density after blending, then X is less than or equal to 1.5 mmol/g, Y is X+0.5 mmol/g or more and Z is X+0.2 mmol/g or more.    USE - Manufacturing method of aromatic polyether-ketone polymer electrolyte material for fuel cells used in household appliances, portable apparatuses, mobile telephone, personal computer, personal digital assistant (PDA), video camera, digital camera, handheld terminal, radio frequency identification (RFID) reader, digital audio player, displays, electrical shaver, (vacuum) cleaner, electric power supply sources, motor vehicles, electric tool, electric power supply machine, passenger car, bus, truck, two-wheeled vehicle, electric power assisted bicycle, electrically-driven cart, electric wheelchair, vessel, railway, robots, cyborg, and hybrid type electric power supply source used together with a secondary battery, capacitor or solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electrolyte obtained is low cost, has an outstanding proton conductivity on low humidity conditions, is practical, achieves long-term electric power generation and polymer electrolyte membrane obtained is highly efficient.
NOVELTY - Oxygen scavenger precursor composition comprises aluminosilicates exchanged with bivalent metallic ions, having a silica to alumina molar ratio of 1.5-5, where the aluminosilicates are in their hydrated forms.    USE - The composition is useful for the removal of oxygen from: anaerobic environments, where the anaerobic environment includes food package, medical package, electronic device or organo-electronic device (organic light emitting display screens and organic solar cells) (all claimed); and chemical syntheses.    ADVANTAGE - The composition has the ability of storing and shipping the oxygen scavenger without caring about the exposure to air. The scavenger properties of the composition can be substantially preserved simply limiting the exposure to the environment before its complete cooling. The thermal activation process is quick and simple.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a process for the thermal activation of the oxygen scavenger precursor composition, where the composition loses 3-25 wt.% with respect to the amount of aluminosilicate present in the scavenger; and    (2) use of aluminosilicates exchanged with bivalent metallic ions for the oxygen removal from anaerobic environments, where the aluminosilicates have a water amount of 0.2-3 wt.% with respect to aluminosilicates weight.
NOVELTY - The apparatus for plasma-enhanced deposition of an amorphous layer on a silicon photovoltaic substrate (1) from gas phase, comprises a partially transparent electrode (3) for the components of plasma (5) disposed between the photovoltaic substrate and another electrode (6), which is opposite to the substrate, and a substrate holder. A distance between the photovoltaic substrate and the partially transparent electrode is 1-3 mm. The transparent electrode and the substrate holder form a mechanical unit, which is introduced into a depositing chamber (9) and/or removed from the chamber.    USE - Apparatus for plasma-enhanced deposition of an amorphous layer on a silicon photovoltaic substrate of a photovoltaic element from gas phase (claimed), and is useful in photovoltaic solar cells, which convert the light directly into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus ensures simple, homogeneous and efficient plasma-enhanced deposition of the amorphous layer on the silicon photovoltaic substrate with high deposition rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a method for plasma-enhanced deposition of an amorphous layer on a silicon photovoltaic substrate from gas phase; and    (2) a photovoltaic element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a schematic representation of an apparatus for plasma-enhanced deposition of an amorphous layer on a silicon photovoltaic substrate.    Substrate (1)    Partially transparent electrode (3)    Plasma (5)    Electrode (6)    Deposition chamber. (9)
NOVELTY - The manufacturing method involves performing (S100) the etching process for removing the cut damage of the surface of silicon, where the silicon improves the mechanical strength of the silicon wafer in the truncated process of the silicon wafer. The texturing for the surface process is performed (S102). The doping mask is formed (S104) on the back side of the silicon wafer.    USE - Manufacturing method for a back side junction solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing method involves performing the etching process for removing the cut damage of the surface of silicon, where the silicon improves the mechanical strength of the silicon wafer in the truncated process of the silicon wafer, and thus ensures improved manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of a manufacturing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Performing the etching process for removing the cut damage of the surface of silicon (S100)    Performing the texturing for the surface process (S102)    Forming the doping mask on the back side of the silicon wafer (S104)
NOVELTY - A substrate transmission device comprises transmission belt, where the position corresponding to the position of transmission substrate adjacent to the transmission belt has a push piece driven by a drive device.    USE - Substrate transmission device for semiconductor processing apparatus such as plasma vapor deposition apparatus (claimed) used in solar cell manufacturing technology.    ADVANTAGE - Precise position of the substrate on the carrier plate of the manufacturing apparatus is ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for semiconductor processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the substrate transmission device.
NOVELTY - Granulate from alpha -olefin-vinyl acetate copolymers having a vinyl acetate content of greater than or equal to 40 wt.%, comprises at least one UV activator and at least one silane coupling reagent, as additives.    USE - The granulate is useful as an embedding material to produce an adhesive film for solar modules. The solar module is useful in a solar power system (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The granulate provides adhesive films with high weather stability and corrosion resistance. The granulate can be produced with less operating costs and time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) preparing the granulate by a solution polymerization method at a pressure of 100-700 bar, where the boiling point of the solvent is less than the boiling point of the UV-activator and the silane coupling reagent, and the additives are added after polymerization or after processing the solution polymer;    (2) a solar module comprising at least an adhesive film;    (3) a process for producing the solar module comprising subjecting the solar module to an UV-irradiation, where the adhesive film has an UV-activator and silane coupling reagent;    (4) a device for producing the solar module; and    (5) a solar power system comprising the solar module.
NOVELTY - The battery has sealing layer that is arranged between backboard glass and back electrode. The sealing layer is made of non-transparent materials.    USE - Solar film battery.    ADVANTAGE - Since the sealing layer is made of non-transparent materials, the leakage of the light ray passing through the laser line marking area is prevented. The photoelectric conversion rate is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of solar film battery.
NOVELTY - A fullerene derivative (I), (II) or (III), is new.    USE - New fullerene derivative is used for composition for organic photoelectric conversion element (both claimed) e.g. organic solar cell, organic photosensor, and organic image sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The organic photoelectric conversion element containing the fullerene derivative has high open-circuit voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A fullerene derivative of formulae (I), (II) or (III), is new.    ring A=fullerene structure;    ring B'=3-6C heterocyclic ring;    R=monovalent group;    k=1-8;and    ring D'=aromatic ring.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) composition, which contains fullerene derivative and electron donor; and    (2) organic photoelectric conversion element, which has a layer containing fullerene derivative or composition comprising fullerene derivative provided between pair of transparent or semi-transparent electrodes.
NOVELTY - The module has an insulating material installed at a lower part of a heat-reflecting member. The heat-reflecting member is installed at a lower part of a waterway board. A lower glass is installed at a lower part of a surface glass. Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) sheets are provided in a lower part of a solar cell. A thermal reflection film is adhered to the heat-reflecting member and the insulating material, where heat produced by sunlight is made to pass through the surface glass.    USE - Hybrid-type module for optimizing solar energy heat to heat water.    ADVANTAGE - The heat-transfer area of the module is maximized, so that the thermal efficiency of the module can be maximized. The module utilizes the insulating material to prevent heat loss.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a hybrid-type module.
NOVELTY - A polymer compound having two or more trindene partial structures (I) is new.    USE - Polymer compound having trindene partial structure used for composition for forming thin film and organic semiconductor material for organic electronic device e.g. photoelectric conversion element, organic solar cell element, organic semiconductor laser element, liquid crystal display element, thin film transistor element and organic electroluminescent element (all claimed) used in mobile telephone and television.    ADVANTAGE - The organic electroluminescent element formed using organic semiconductor material containing the polymer compound has high luminous efficiency and current density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polymer compound having two or more trindene partial structures of formula (I) is new.    X1-X3=sulfur or selenium atom.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of polymer compound.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of thin film transistor.    Source electrode (1)    Semiconductor layer (2)    Drain electrode (3)    Insulation material layer (4)    Gate electrode (5)    Substrate (6)
NOVELTY - A textured surface of monocrystal silicon solar cell is manufactured by washing surface of particle impurity and oil waste on surface of monocrystal silicon via water solution detergent by ultrasonic wave, and corroding surface of monocrystal silicon via mixing water solution containing 1-3% of alkali and 3-5% of buffer at 75-90 degrees C for 20-25 minutes and structuralizing surface of monocrystal silicon in corrosion theory in which directions of monocrystal silicon in alkali solution are different to form pyramid-shaped textured surface.    USE - Manufacture of textured surface of monocrystal silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method prolongs service life of solution, reduces manufacturing cost and time, and provides good repetitiveness of making texture, high textured surface converting rate and uniform pyramid distribution.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A textured surface of monocrystal silicon solar cell is manufactured by washing surface of particle impurity and oil waste on surface of monocrystal silicon via water solution detergent by ultrasonic wave, and corroding surface of monocrystal silicon via mixing water solution containing 1-3% of alkali and 3-5% of buffer of formula RfCH2CH2O(CH2CH2O)xH at 75-90 degrees C for 20-25 minutes and structuralizing surface of monocrystal silicon in corrosion theory in which directions of monocrystal silicon in alkali solution are different to form pyramid-shaped textured surface.    Rf=F(CF2CF2)y;    x=0-15; and    y=1-7.
NOVELTY - Method of making catalyst layer for a fuel cell involves sputtering an initial film of a platinum group metal onto the surface of a catalyst base, exposing the film to a beam of accelerated hydrogen atoms or ions in a vacuum, where the said particles have energy needed for selective removal of oxygen atoms from the entire thickness of the sputtered initial oxide and formation of a film of platinum or a platinum group metal with given electrophysical parametres. The projective path length of the accelerated hydrogen atoms or ions in the film of the reduced metal and the dose dependency of change in electrical resistance of the initial oxide film to given values which indicate formation of a metal with given electrophysical parametre values are experimentally predetermined. Based on the obtained relationships, fluence of the accelerated particles is assigned and thickness of the initial film which is not greater than the projective path length in the film of the reduced metal is selected.    USE - Physics.    ADVANTAGE - Simple technology and low platinum consumption. 1 dwg, 5 ex
NOVELTY - A solar cell comprises a substrate (10); a first electrode (20) formed on the substrate; a light absorbing layer (30) formed on the first electrode, where the light absorbing layer comprises a first compound thin film and a second compound thin film, and a band gap of the second compound thin film is larger than that of the first compound thin film; a buffer layer (40) formed on the light absorbing layer; a transparent conducting layer (50) formed on the buffer layer; and a second electrode (60) formed on the transparent conducting layer.    USE - The solar cell is used to convert the energy of sunlight directly into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has a light absorbing layer comprising a double compound thin film. The solar cell has high photoelectric conversion efficiency with high open circuit voltage and high short circuit current.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional schematic view of the solar cell.    Substrate (10)    First electrode (20)    Light absorbing layer (30)    Buffer layer (40)    Conducting layer (50)    Second electrode (60)
NOVELTY - A solar cell receiver subassembly for converting solar energy to electricity, comprises a magnification element defining an optical channel; a solar cell receiver comprising: a support; and a triple junction solar cell comprising one or more III-V compound semiconductor layers and capable of generating in excess of 20 watts of peak direct current (DC) power; and a silicon-based encapsulant covering the support, the solar cell, and at least a portion of the exterior sides of the optical element.    USE - The solar cell receiver subassembly is used for converting solar energy to electricity (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The encapsulated solar cell receiver includes a solar cell, metallized ceramic substrate and a concentrator optical element.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a method of manufacturing a solar cell receiver.
NOVELTY - Lithium manganese phosphate cathode active material (I) having an olivine structure is claimed.    USE - (I) is useful in cathode, which is useful in a lithium battery (all claimed). The lithium battery is useful in an electric vehicle, cellular phone, portable computer, internal combustion engine, a fuel cell, super capacitor or hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - (I) exhibits increased charge/discharge capacity and the energy density of a lithium battery. (I) has: high voltage and energy density; and improved C-rate property; and high stability. The lithium battery is a high output and high voltage battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Lithium manganese phosphate cathode active material (I) having an olivine structure of formula (LixMn1-y-zM1ayM1aazPO4), is claimed    x = 0.6-1;    y = 0-0.2;    z = 0-0.1;    M1a = Mg, Fe, Co, Ni, Ca, Cu or Zn; and    M1aa = Zr or Mo.
NOVELTY - A silver thick film paste composition comprises: a) silver powder comprising silver particles, each silver particle having silver components of 100-2000 nm long, 20-100 nm wide and 20-100 nm thick assembled to form a spherically-shaped, open-structured particle, where the d50 particle size is 2.5-6 mu m; b) glass frit; and c) an organic medium, where the silver powder and glass frit are dispersed in the organic medium.    USE - As silver thick film paste composition for manufacturing a semiconductor device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The silver thick film paste compositions enable the production of high quality semiconductor devices with electrodes fired over a broader temperature range. They enable the production of higher efficiency solar cells with electrodes fired over a broader temperature range.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing (m1) a semiconductor device, involving: providing a semiconductor substrate, at least one insulating film, and the silver thick film paste composition; applying the insulating film to the semiconductor substrate; applying the silver thick film paste composition to the insulating film on the semiconductor substrate, and firing the semiconductor substrate, the insulating film and the silver thick film paste composition;    (2) a semiconductor device made by the method (m1);    (3) a solar cell comprising an electrode, where the electrode, prior to firing, comprises the silver thick film paste composition.
NOVELTY - A method comprises forming a quaternary heterovalent compound semiconductor alloy epilayer; determining a doping characteristic of the epilayer; and forming a secondary layer on the epilayer to create a semiconductor junction, the secondary layer being doped in response to the determined doping characteristic of the epilayer.    USE - The method is used for fabricating a semiconductor junction.    ADVANTAGE - The method of fabricating a semiconductor junction uses a quaternary heterovalent compound semiconductor alloy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is an apparatus comprising a solar cell having at least one semiconductor junction including: a quaternary heterovalent compound semiconductor alloy epilayer having a first doping type; and a secondary layer epitaxially grown on the epilayer and having a second doping type, the second doping type being different than the first doping type.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows flow chart of a method for fabricating a semiconductor junction.    Forming (102)    Forming (104)    Determining (106)    Forming (108)    Forming (110)
NOVELTY - The substrate has a flexible carrier on which a layer system is applied, where the layer system has a crack- and pore-free diffusion barrier layer made of chromium with layer thickness in a range of 5 to 20 micrometers. An upper layer region of the diffusion barrier layer is nitrided, and the layer system simultaneously fulfills a function of a lower discharge coating. The carrier is formed as a carrier strap or a carrier foil made of unalloyed steel, and layer thickness of the nitrided layer region amounts to 300 to 1000 nanometers.    USE - Substrate for production of thin layer solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The crack- and pore-free diffusion barrier layer is made of chromium, the upper layer region of the crack- and pore-free diffusion barrier layer is nitrided, and the layer system simultaneously fulfills the function of the lower discharge coating, thus enabling high internal layer tension to be compensated, and avoiding bi-metal effects, and hence enabling cost-effective production of the substrate, and providing corrosion protection of the carrier during and after entire processing steps of assembly of the solar cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a photographic representation of results of scanning electron microscopy of an electrochemically isolated crack- and pore-free chromium layer before surface smoothing.
NOVELTY - A solar cell layer stack (100) comprises a doped silicon wafer substrate (101), a doped layer (102) which is doped for generation of a pn-junction with the doped silicon wafer substrate deposited on the substrate, and a sputtered and annealed passivation layer (112,114) deposited on the doped silicon wafer substrate (101) or the layer (102). The passivation layer is chosen from an aluminum-containing oxide layer, an aluminum-containing oxynitride layer, and their mixture. The passivation layer comprises a passivation assist layer including silicon nitride.    USE - Solar cell layer stack is used for solar cell or solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell layer stack provides solar cell with high energy conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of solar cell layer stack; and    (2) system for depositing solar cell layer stack.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of solar cell layer stack.    Solar cell layer stack (100)    Doped silicon wafer substrate (101)    Doped layer (102)    Back contact (104)    Sputtered and annealed passivation layer (112,114)
NOVELTY - The method for the production of multicrystalline silicon ingots by induction method, comprises charging a silicon raw material into a melting chamber of a cooled crucible enveloped by an inductor, forming a melt surface, melting while monitoring the output parameters of an inductor feed, and pulling the multicrystalline silicon ingot under controlled cooling conditions. During the course of melting, the mass rate of charging the silicon raw material and the speed of pulling the ingot are set such that to provide for the melt surface position below the upper plane of the inductor.    USE - The method is useful for the production of multicrystalline silicon ingots, by induction method, for solar cell fabrication.    ADVANTAGE - The method is capable of efficiently producing multicrystalline silicon ingots by induction method with lower specific energy consumption and high stability and quality and under controlled conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The method for the production of multicrystalline silicon ingots by induction method, comprises charging a silicon raw material into a melting chamber of a cooled crucible enveloped by an inductor, forming a melt surface, melting while monitoring the output parameters of an inductor feed, and pulling the multicrystalline silicon ingot under controlled cooling conditions. During the course of melting, the mass rate of charging the silicon raw material and the speed of pulling the ingot are set such that to provide for the melt surface position below the upper plane of the inductor but not lower than 1/3 of the height. The melt surface position is kept at the same level by maintaining one of the output parameters such as operating frequency, voltage and current of the inductor feed within a predetermined range.
NOVELTY - Aluminum paste comprises aluminum powder (65-75 wt.%) having particle size distribution of 0.01-5 mu m and organic vehicle (25-35 wt.%).    USE - The aluminum paste is useful in back electrode of solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell can be manufactured simply and inexpensively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar cell.
NOVELTY - The semiconductor layer material is formed as a stack of multiple layers arranged alternatively on top of each other. The former layer comprises an elementary, polycrystalline semiconductor and the latter layer comprises a substoichiometric, electrically insulating compound, particularly an oxide, carbide or nitride, of the semiconductor. The bordering surfaces between the two layers are irregularly structured by a tempering such that the micro contact areas are formed between neighboring layers separated from each other. The semiconductor is silicone.    USE - Semiconductor layer material, particularly for use as emitter material for a heterojunction solar cell (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor layer material is formed as a stack of multiple layers arranged alternatively on top of each other, where the former layer comprises an elementary, polycrystalline semiconductor and the latter layer comprises a substoichiometric, electrically insulating compound, particularly an oxide, carbide or nitride, of the semiconductor, and hence ensures improved semiconductor layer material with good passivation characteristics, high conductivity and high transparency for the active components of the sunlight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a heterojunction solar cell with a passivation layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross sectional view of a heterojunction solar cell.    Heterojunction solar cell (1)    Semiconductor substrate (3)    Heteroemitter layer (5)    Transparent conductive oxide layer (7)    Front contacting (9)
NOVELTY - A ferric stainless steel contains (in %mass) carbon (0.015), silicon (0.4-1), manganese (1 or less), phosphorus (0.040 or less), sulfur (0.010 or less), chromium (16-23), aluminum (0.2-1), nitrogen (0.015 or less), copper (1-2.5), niobium (0.3-0.65), titanium (0.5 or less), molybdenum (0.1 or less) and tungsten (0.1 or less) and remainder or iron and unavoidable impurities. The content of silicon and aluminum satisfies specific relation.    USE - Ferric stainless steel is used for exhaust system component for motor vehicle and solid oxide type component for fuel cell. Uses include but are not limited to exhaust manifold, exhaust pipe, converter case, muffler, thermal-power-generation plant, separator, and interconnector.    ADVANTAGE - The ferric stainless steel has excellent thermal-fatigue characteristics, oxidation resistance and elevated temperature fatigue characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A ferric stainless steel contains (in %mass) carbon (0.015), silicon (0.4-1), manganese (1 or less), phosphorus (0.040 or less), sulfur (0.010 or less), chromium (16-23), aluminum (0.2-1), nitrogen (0.015 or less), copper (1-2.5), niobium (0.3-0.65), titanium (0.5 or less), molybdenum (0.1 or less) and tungsten (0.1 or less) and remainder or iron and unavoidable impurities. The content of silicon and aluminum satisfies the relation: Si greater than or equal to Al.
NOVELTY - A semiconductor device has semiconductor element having an electrode layer contacted with an oxide semiconductor layer (34). The electrode layer comprises a highly adhesive barrier film (37) contacted with the oxide semiconductor layer and a thin-copper film (38) contacted with the highly adhesive barrier film. The highly adhesive barrier film comprises (in atomic%) magnesium (0.5-5) and aluminum (5-15) with respect to total number (100) of copper, magnesium and aluminum atoms.    USE - Semiconductor device is used for liquid crystal display device (claimed) and thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor device has excellent adhesiveness and barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of semiconductor device; and    (2) liquid crystal display.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the liquid crystal display device.    Oxide semiconductor layer (34)    Highly adhesive barrier film (37)    Thin-copper film (38)    Source region (71)    Drain region (72)
NOVELTY - A wiring layer (30) has an adhesive film (37) containing copper, magnesium (0.5-5 atomic%) and aluminum (5-15 atomic%) and a copper thin film (38) sequentially formed on a glass substrate (31). The total content of copper, magnesium and aluminum is 100 atomic%.    USE - Wiring layer is used for semiconductor device for liquid crystal display device (both claimed) and thin-film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesiveness between adhesive film and thin copper film in the wiring layer is excellent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) semiconductor device; and    (2) liquid crystal display device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the manufacture of liquid crystal display device.    Wiring layer (30)    Glass substrate (31)    Adhesive layer (37)    Copper thin film (38)    Connection hole (43)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a conveying unit provided to transfer a wafer, and a fabrication unit processing the wafer. An inspection unit is equipped in a housing unit (260), and a camera (CM) is installed respectively in a support arm (130) of a driving part (110), where the support arm is extended to both sides of a rotary shaft (120) that is rotated with the driving part. A belt (150) is mounted on a top end portion of the rotary shaft, and a cover (270) is mounted on an upper side of the housing unit to cover the driving part.    USE - Dual line production apparatus for manufacturing a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus maintains check system even when the fabrication unit is increased to two, improves productivity of the solar cell, and reduces manufacturing cost of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a dual line production method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a dual line production apparatus.    Camera (CM)    Driving part (110)    Rotary shaft (120)    Support arm (130)    Belt (150)    Housing unit (260)    Cover (270)
NOVELTY - A viscous composition containing metal powder, a binder, a plasticizer and a solvent is molded in shape of thin plate and dried to produce sintering preform. The preform is sintered, compacted and resintered to manufacture titanium thin plate. The metal powder is titanium powder, titanium hydride powder and/or titanium alloy powder. The sintered thin plate has fraction elongation of 0.4% or more and density ratio of 80% or more. The sintered compaction board has density ratio of 90% or more.    USE - Manufacture of titanium thin plate. Uses include but are not limited to heat exchanger component, fuel cell component, aircraft component, belt of wristwatch, golf club and chemical processing plant component.    ADVANTAGE - The titanium thin plate having uniform thickness is economically manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of manufacture of titanium thin plate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The assembling of a lithium secondary battery including a positive electrode, negative electrode and a non-aqueous electrolyte is performed before the charging process. The preliminary charging of assembled battery is performed so that lithium desorption rate of positive electrode active material is within a range of 10-85%. The final charging of assembled battery is performed after the preliminary charging operation.    USE - Lithium secondary battery manufacturing method for motor vehicle (claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The assembled battery having a high capacitance and performance is obtained by preventing the generation of irreversible capacitance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flow diagram explaining the battery manufacturing process.(Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A zinc oxide type sintered compact target is obtained by sintering zinc oxide powder and boron nitride powder. The sintered compact contains 0.01 %mass or less of nitrogen.    USE - Zinc oxide type sintered compact target used for forming transparent conductive film for liquid crystal display and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The zinc oxide type sintered compact target does not use boron oxide as starting material.
NOVELTY - Solar cell comprises: (a) a silicon substrate having a front surface and a back surface; (b) an oxide layer formed over the back surface of the silicon substrate; (c) first metal contacts each electrically coupled to a first doped region of the solar cell and formed through the oxide layer; and (d) second metal contacts each electrically coupled to a second doped region of the solar cell and formed through the oxide layer.    USE - Used as a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is efficient in operation and economical to manufacture.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solar cell comprises: (a) a silicon substrate having a front surface and a back surface; (b) an oxide layer formed over the back surface of the silicon substrate; (c) first metal contacts each electrically coupled to a first doped region of the solar cell and formed through the oxide layer; and (d) second metal contacts each electrically coupled to a second doped region of the solar cell and formed through the oxide layer, where the first and second doped regions are of opposite polarity. Each of the first and second metal contacts comprises an infrared reflecting layer comprising aluminum configured to reflect infrared back into the silicon substrate, and where each of the first and second metal contacts further comprises a diffusion barrier layer formed over the infrared reflecting layer and a first metal formed over the diffusion barrier layer.
NOVELTY - Apparatus (10) for producing hydrogen (21) comprises a reactor (30) comprising a catalyst (31, 38), the catalyst being selective for decomposing an endothermically decomposable compound to form hydrogen and a primary byproduct having a heat value; a permselective membrane for separating the hydrogen from the primary byproduct; and a burner (37) for oxidizing the primary byproduct, the burner in thermal contact with the reactor, where the burner provides sufficient heat to the reactor to drive decomposition of the compound.    USE - The apparatus is useful for producing hydrogen (claimed) from fuel.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides a hydrogen generator and/or fuel processor that is sufficiently simple and robust for practical application in small systems. It minimizes the number of components and devices required for hydrogen generation. The invention further provides heat source that is sufficiently abundant to overcome heat losses in smaller devices, thus preferably eliminating the need for heat recovery devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is an electric power source that comprises a fuel cell and the apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of experimental version of methanol decomposition hydrogen generator module.    Module (10)    Nozzle (12)    Fuel (20)    Permeate hydrogen (21)    Retentate (22)    Air ambient (23)    Effluent (24)    Reactor (30)    Catalyst (31, 38)    Permselective separator (32)    Plenum (33)    Separator housing (34)    Orifice restrictor (35)    Ejector throat (36)    Burner (37)
NOVELTY - Polymer comprising phosphazene unit (I) is new.    USE - (I) is useful in anion-conducting membranes for fuel cells, membrane-based water electrolyzers, and other chemical (e.g. anion-exchange resin and wastewater treatment) and electrochemical processes (e.g. salt splitting).    ADVANTAGE - (I) exhibits enhanced stability to aqueous alkali, and provides anion-conducting membrane that is more robust and stable to chemical degradation at high pH than known anion exchange membranes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Polymer comprising phosphazene unit of formula (-(N=P(Z)2-N=P(Z)2)n-) (I) is new.    Z = NR1R2 or N(=PZ3); either    R1, R2 = 1-10C alkyl (optionally partially fluorinated alkyl); or    R1R2 = -(CH2)2-, -(CH2)3-, -(CH2)4-, -(CH2)5-, -CH=CH- or -CH=CH-CH=CH-; and    n = integer greater than 1.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a polymeric reaction product of water and polymer (I).
NOVELTY - Storing solar energy in organic compounds containing carbon and hydrogen, comprises: (i) providing a water source (11) and a carbon source (31); (ii) activating water from the water source using a form of solar energy, in the presence of the carbon source; and (iii) converting the carbon source to the organic compounds, which have higher energy content than the carbon source.    USE - The process is useful for: storing solar energy (in the form of photovoltaic energy, microwave energy and/or photonic energy) in organic compounds; converting the organic compounds e.g. methanol to electric energy in an electricity-generating device, preferably a fuel cell; and producing water for use in agriculture or human consumption (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The carbon dioxide and water formed in the combustion reaction can be recycled as a carbon source and water source to step (i) of the process, where the water source does not need to meet stringent requirements in terms of purity. The requirements imposed on the water quality by the process are very low as compared to natural photosynthesis processes, thus, the process can be carried out with water comprising at least one contaminant e.g. industrial waste water, municipal waste water or farm runoff.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the schematic diagram of the method of storing solar energy in organic compounds.    Reactor (10)    Water source (11)    Photovoltaic panel (20)    Carbon source (31)    Catalyst bed (40)
NOVELTY - The structure (16) is provided with a glass substrate such as cover glass (18) that has two surfaces that are opposite to each other. Several concentric ring-band shaped lenses with uneven shaped cross section are formed in the rough surface of the glass substrate. The cover glass is made of soda-lime silicate glass.    USE - Fresnel-lens structure used in beam condensing unit of solar cell apparatus (both claimed). Can also be used in applications of illumination, display, spotlight, headlamp for motor vehicles and auxiliary lamp, railway signal lamp, road signal lamp and a shutter lens, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The focal distance is shortened significantly and the small sized apparatus is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) beam condensing unit; and    (2) manufacturing method of Fresnel lens for solar cells with a cover glass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of solar cell apparatus with the Fresnel lens structure.    Solar cell apparatus (10)    Photovoltaic cell (12)    Housing (14)    Fresnel lens structure (16)    Cover glass (18)
NOVELTY - A chalcogen compound powder (FF) contains copper-indium-gallium-selenium complex, and has average particle diameter (D50) of 5 nm or more and less than 0.5 mu m, and carbon content of 0.2 %mass or less.    USE - Chalcogen compound powder is used for chalcogen compound paste (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to formation of light absorption layer of thin film solar cell, fluorescent substance and electrode film for Peltier devices.    ADVANTAGE - The chalcogen compound powder is manufactured economically with excellent quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A chalcogen compound powder contains copper-indium-gallium-selenium complex of formula: CuaInbGa1-bSecSd (I), where a is 0.65-1.2, b is 0-1 and c+d is 1.9-2.4. The powder has average particle diameter (D50) of 5 nm or more and less than 0.5 mu m, and carbon content of 0.2 %mass or less. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) chalcogen compound paste (HH) comprising chalcogen compound powder and a dispersion medium (GG); and    (2) manufacture of chalcogen compound powder, which involves heating (DD) a metal source having average particle diameter of 0.3 mu m or less and containing copper, indium, and selenium and selenium compound, and sulfur and sulfur compound, at 200-400 degrees C in reducing gas (CC) to produce chalcogen compound, and grinding (EE) the chalcogen compound.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of manufacture of chalcogen compound powder. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Chalcogen source (BB)    Reducing gas (CC)    Heating process (DD)    Grinding process (EE)    Chalcogen compound powder (FF)    Dispersion medium (GG)    Chalcogen compound paste (HH)
NOVELTY - Material having silver-indium-gallium-sulfur-selenium structure (I) is claimed.    USE - The material is useful in semiconductor, thin film and optoelectronic device. The thin film material is useful: to form a photovoltaic absorber; and in a photovoltaic device (all claimed). The material is useful to prepare devices including thin film and band gap materials, and in transparent conductive materials, and devices and systems for energy conversion including solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I) is stable and allows control of the stoichiometry, structure, and ratios of the atoms in the semiconductors, preferably metal atoms. (I) can provide enhanced control of the uniformity and properties of a semiconductor material. The polymeric precursor compound can be prepared at relatively low temperatures, and can provide enhanced processability for solar cell production. The polymeric precursor compound can provide solar cell, without additional sulfurization or selenization steps.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Material having silver-indium-gallium-sulfur-selenium structure of formula (Agu(In1-yGay)v(S1-zSez)w) (I) is claimed.    u = 0.5-1.5;    y, z = 0-1;    v = 0.5-1.5; and    w = 1-3.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a thin film material made by a process comprising (a) providing one or more silver-indium-gallium-sulfur and/or selenium (AIGS), silver-indium-sulfur and/or selenium (AIS) or silver-gallium-sulfur and selenium (AGS) polymeric precursor compounds or their inks; (b) providing a substrate; (c) depositing the compounds or inks onto the substrate; and (d) heating the substrate at 20-650 degrees C in an inert atmosphere, hence producing a thin film material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Electrode layer (20)    Absorber layer (30)    Window layer (40)    Transparent conductive layer. (50)
NOVELTY - A charge-transporting compound has chain-polymerizable functional group and surface-treating group.    USE - Charge-transporting compound is used for inorganic fine particles for organic photoreceptor used in image forming apparatus (all claimed) e.g. copier and laser printer. Can also be used for solar cell and organic electroluminescent element.    ADVANTAGE - The inorganic fine particles containing charge-transporting compound have excellent abrasiveness. The organic photoreceptor has excellent crack-proof property, durability and scratch resistance, and provides high quality image.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) inorganic fine particles;    (2) organic photoreceptor;    (3) image forming apparatus; and    (4) process cartridge.
NOVELTY - A solar cell has a nano pattern formed on upper surface by embossing method or imprinting method, and a hydrophobic self-assembled monolayer formed on the nano pattern.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has high light transmissivity and improved self-cleaning ability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar cell.
NOVELTY - An organic-inorganic hybrid solar cell has a substrate, positive electrode, negative electrode, p-type semiconductor layer provided between electrodes, and a n-type semiconductor layer. The p-type semiconductor layer contains mixture of p-type conductive polymer material and chalcogenide compound.    USE - Organic-inorganic hybrid solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic-inorganic hybrid solar cell is economical.
NOVELTY - A ruthenium catalyst comprises kappa-alumina as support, and ruthenium compound as active component supported on the support.    USE - Ruthenium catalyst is used for fuel cell, and for removing carbon monooxide from mixed gas containing hydrogen and carbon monooxide (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ruthenium catalyst has high carbon dioxide removal ability even at low operation temperature, and can be manufactured economically by simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of ruthenium catalyst;    (2) activation method of ruthenium catalyst; and    (3) fuel cell.
NOVELTY - Chalcogenide semiconductor material (I), is new.    USE - (I) is useful in direct-current electricity transmission, solar battery and optoelectronic switch.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Chalcogenide semiconductor material of formula M3Q2X2 (I), is new.    M = Zn, Cd, or Hg;    Q = S, Se, or Te; and    X = Cl, Br, or I.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the preparation of (I).
NOVELTY - Composite semiconductor material, is claimed.    USE - The semiconductor material is useful in direct current transmission and solar battery (all claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Composite semiconductor material represented as (Cd4(QO3)2X4(H2O), is claimed.    Q = S, Se or Te; and    X = Cl, Br or I.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparation of the composite semiconductor material comprising: utilizing a solid-phase reaction method; utilizing cadmium containing powder of formula CdX2, S/Se/Te powder and less distilled water; and sealing in vacuum and processing heating reaction to prepare the single crystal.
NOVELTY - The shell has a solar battery component located in a receiving chamber, and a shell section covered on another shell section and for packaging the solar battery component. The former shell section is formed as a light-transmitting body. The latter shell section is made from one of magnesium-aluminum alloy, glass, polycarbonate, polyethylene glycol terephthalate and polymethylmethacrylate. The solar battery component is equipped with a solar monomer piece. The solar monomer piece has a silicon piece. The silicon piece is made of single crystal silicon or polycrystalline silicon.    USE - Shell for packaging an electronic product i.e. solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the shell avoids requirement for adopting packaged solar battery when the solar battery is packaged using the shell formed by plastic injection. The shell is simple to process, and has better sealing performance. The appearance and structure of the shell can be designed during the injection. The shell is beautiful in appearance, light in weight and thin.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing an electronic product shell.
NOVELTY - The technique involves cleaning a silicon wafer for making floss, and printing phosphorus containing nanometer slurry by silk-screen. A solvent is removed to obtain phosphorus containing oxide. Buffered oxide etch (BOE) is implemented to remove 70 percent of surface phosphorus slurry. The silicon wafer is put to a diffusion furnace, and phosphoryl chloride air supply is added. The silicon wafer is diffused at q grid line of the phosphorus containing nanometer slurry to form heavy doped region with high surface concentration and form light diffusion region.    USE - Technique for making a selective emitter junction solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon wafer is diffused at the grid line of the phosphorus containing nanometer slurry to form heavy doped region with high surface concentration and light diffusion region, thus controlling diffusion uniformity and increasing efficiency of the solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves providing multiple monocrystalline silicon pieces on a structure surface area. A periphery on a layer of silicon nitride or monox masking film is precipitated. A phosphor doping layer is spreaded on a front surface of an anode. A PN node is formed, and an expansion PN node is not formed around the silicon piece due to existence of the masking film. The masking film at the periphery and phosphorus silicon glass on a surface are removed. A screen print and firing are implemented to form a back silver electrode, a back aluminum back field and a front silver electrode.    USE - Method for manufacturing a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacturing good solar cell with better ohmic contact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing uniform nanometer silver particulate solution, and removing an affected layer on a surface of a silicon sheet that is pre-weaved to obtain a pre-woven silicon sheet. The solution is uniformly coated on the pre-woven silicon sheet. The silicon sheet is immersed into a mixed solution made of hydrogen peroxide, hydrofluoric acid and anhydrous acetic acid for preset duration. The immersed silicon sheet is immersed into nitric acid having mass percentage concentration of 40-60 percentage for 1-10 min, and the silicon sheet is washed by using de-ionized water.    USE - Method for weaving surface of a solar cell silicon sheet.    ADVANTAGE - The method ensures that the solar cell silicon sheet surface can be weaved with a simple and feasible technical process at reduced cost and reduced power consumption while ensuring better repeatability, better portability and improved output.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The nanometer silver particular solution is prepared through reaction of silver nitrate and ethylene glycol.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a method for weaving surface of a solar cell silicon sheet. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - An organic thin film solar cell material contains thienoacene derivative (I).    USE - Material for p layer of organic thin film solar cell (claimed) used for timepiece, mobile telephone and mobile personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The thienoacene derivative has favorable solubility with respect to organic solvent and provides organic thin film solar cell having highly efficient photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic thin film solar cell material contains thienoacene derivative of formula (I).    R1=4-40C alkyl, 2-40C alkynyl, 7-40C alkenyl, 1-10C alkyloxy, 6-40C aryl, 3-40C heteroaryl, 1-40C alkylamino, 6-40C arylamino, 6-40C aryloxy (all optionally substituted), H, halo, cyano or nitro;    R2-R10=1-40C alkyl, 2-40C alkenyl, 6-40C aryl, 1-40C alkyloxy, 3-40C heteroaryl, 6-40C aryloxy, 6-40C arylamino or 1-40C alkylamino (all optionally substituted), H, halo, cyano or nitro;and    or adjacent R1-R10=ring.    At least one of R1-R10 is group other than H.
NOVELTY - An organic thin-film solar cell material contains thienoacene derivative (I).    USE - Organic thin-film solar cell material is used for organic thin-film solar cell (claimed) for timepiece, mobile telephone and mobile personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The organic thin-film solar cell material has excellent photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic thin-film solar cell material contains thienoacene derivative of formula (I).    R1-R6=H, halo, cyano, nitro, or 1-40C alkyl, 2-40C alkenyl, 2-40C alkynyl, 6-40C aryl, 3-40C heteroaryl, 1-40C alkyloxy, 6-40C alkylamino, 6-40C arylamino, or 1-40C aryloxy (all optionally substituted);and    R1+R2, R2+R3, R3+R4, R4+R5, R5+R6=ring.
NOVELTY - The sealing film has a fluorocarbon layer that is located on one side of a PET film layer. An acrylic acid coating layer is located on the other side of the PET film layer. The fluorocarbon coating layer is a double-component fluorocarbon coating layer.    USE - Solar cell back sealing film.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell back sealing film is provided with strong binding force, so that it can be bonded without the use of adhesive. Moreover the provided sealing film is simple in processing and low in cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of solar cell back sealing film.
NOVELTY - Rice hulls or rice straw are milled and treated with an acid. The mixture is mixed with a reducing agent, and resulting mixture is subjected to reduction reaction at 1000-2000 degrees C under inert atmosphere to obtain silicon compound.    USE - Manufacture of silicon compound e.g. polycrystalline silicon carbide or silicon hydride (claimed) used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon compound having high purity is manufactured by simple method.
NOVELTY - The module has battery sheets (3) arranged between a glass board (1) and a back film (6) and connected through a welding strip (4). A battery sheet mould is fixed with the glass board and the back film through binding glue (2) e.g. ethylene vinyl acetate glue. A central area of the welding strip is provided with a bend (5), where the bend is positioned between the adjacent battery sheets. The height of the bend ranges between 150 and 300 micrometers. The welding temperature of the battery sheets and the welding strip is 245 degrees centigrade.    USE - Solar module.    ADVANTAGE - The bend is arranged in the central area of the welding strip so as to reduce the stress effect between the battery sheets, when the welding strip expands with heat and contracts with cold, thus lowering the heat stress of the solar module, improving the consistency and qualification rate of the module, lowering the breaking rate of the module, and improving the service life of the solar module. The solar module is economic, safe and reliable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar module.    Glass board (1)    Binding glue (2)    Battery sheets (3)    Welding strip (4)    Bend (5)    Back film (6)
NOVELTY - The system has a generating device having a dye sensitive solar battery arranged at the outer side of the house windowsill. The dye sensitive solar battery is connected with an intelligent controller whose output end is connected with an energy storage device such as lithium ceramic storage battery and illuminating device such as organic LED (OLED) luminous wallpaper. The intelligent controller is also connected with the electric supply.    USE - Windowsill type solar wallpaper illuminating system installed in building such as house.    ADVANTAGE - The system with low cost, convenient assembly and maintenance, and good illuminating effect is achieved and is blended perfectly with building to make the building more beautiful.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the windowsill type solar wallpaper illuminating system. (Drawing includes non English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves removing damages on surface of polycrystalline silicon chip. The back surface of emitting layer is etched. The phosphor silicate glass on local portion of silicon chip is eliminated. The silicon dioxide or silicon nitride films are deposited and back electrodes are reprinted. The aluminum back field is printed to form positive metallization electrode which is baked to form polycrystalline silicon solar cell structure.    USE - Manufacturing method of polycrystalline silicon solar cell structure.    ADVANTAGE - Since etch back process is formed by mixing hydrofluoric acid and hydrogen nitrate, polycrystalline silicon does not produce on surface, and thus the shape of the surface is not changed. By simplifying the process, polycrystalline silicon solar cell structure with high production efficiency, low power consumption can be obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating the manufacturing process of polycrystalline silicon solar cell structure.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming diffraction grating between a translucent conductive film layer and middle light absorption layer to change the propagation direction of incident photons such that the effective propagation route of photons in light absorption layer is increased. The diffraction gratings provided in a periodical modulating structure are sine wave gratings and rectangular wave gratings.    USE - Method for improving photoelectric conversion efficiency of copper indium gallium diselenide solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The thickness of the absorption layer is effectively reduced, and the photoelectric conversion efficiency of copper indium gallium diselenide solar cells is increased by extending effective propagation route of photons in the light absorption layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for structure for improving photoelectric conversion efficiency of copper indium gallium diselenide solar cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the copper indium gallium diselenide solar cells.
NOVELTY - Composition contains water-soluble resin and solvent.    USE - Composition is used for manufacture of polydimethylsiloxane mold (claimed) used for forming micropattern during manufacture of liquid crystal display device. Uses include but are not limited to data storage device, sensor, photonic crystal, optical element, microelectromechanical system and display device e.g. field emission display, organic light emitting diode display and plasma display panel, and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The composition economically and efficiently provides mold by simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of polydimethylsiloxane mold.
NOVELTY - The module has a polymer resin sheet laminated on another polymer resin sheet. A front cover glass layer is laminated on the former polymer resin sheet. An electrode is formed at a back side of a solar cell. The polymer resin sheets are made of thermoplastic or thermosetting resin, transparent acryl, melamine, polystyrene, epoxy, polyvinyl butyral and ethylene vinyl. An attachment layer contains conductive paste for providing electrical contact to the electrode and the solar cell. An electrode pattern is formed on the latter polymer resin sheet by an electroless plating process.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode pattern is formed on the polymer resin sheet, and the electrode is directly formed in an upper part of the solar cell without utilizing a printed circuit board, so that production cost of the module can be reduced and productivity of the module can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell module manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart of a solar cell module manufacturing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A silicon solar battery is coated by thermally growing layer of silicon dioxide film on surface of monocrystalline silicon piece, and coating layer of silicon nitride film on surface of silicon dioxide film to form double-layer antireflection film.    USE - Coating of silicon solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple and easy to achieve, has no pollution, raises passivation effect of surface of monocrystalline silicon piece of solar battery, minority carrier lifetime and properties of solar energy battery, and lowers current carrier combination rate of surface of monocrystalline silicon piece of solar battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A silicon solar battery is coated by thermally growing layer of silicon dioxide film on surface of monocrystalline silicon piece, and coating layer of film of silicon nitride of formula SixNy on surface of silicon dioxide film to form double-layer antireflection film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the coating process of silicon solar battery.
NOVELTY - A polythiophene derivative (I) is new.    USE - Polythiophene derivative used in photoelectrical assembly including organic film transistor, organic LED, or organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The compound can be prepared simply with mild polymerization condition. The diimide radical has great effect on reducing the highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) energy level of the polymer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polythiophene derivative of formula (I) is new.    R1=H or straight chain 6-12C alkyl;    R2=straight chain 8-18C alkyl or branch chain 8-22C alkyl; and    n= greater than or equal to 1.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for synthesis of compound (I).
NOVELTY - Lower electrode bottom corrosion removal of spatial tripartite gallium arsenide solar battery comprises gluing and drying, configuring main corrosive liquid and 201 corrosive liquid, corroding and washing wafer; washing by organic solvent, with volume ratio of hydrogen peroxide, hydrofluoric acid and deionized water at 1:1:8; and corroding wafer in main corrosive liquid for 30-40 days, washing wafer by deionized water for 4-6 times, corroding in 201 corrosive liquid for 10-20 seconds, taking out wafer from corrosive liquid and rewashing with deionized water for 6-10 times.    USE - Method of lower electrode bottom corrosion removal of spatial tripartite gallium arsenide solar battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method has simple technique, improves yield of batch battery, increases lower electrode firmness of battery, enhances battery performance, and prompts wide application of the tripartite solar battery in the new environment-friendly field.
NOVELTY - A halogenated silicon compound is made into a supercritical fluid. A polycrystalline silicon layer is formed on a metal electrode layer (51) provided on a substrate (50), by carrying out plasma discharge of halogenated silicon compound in supercritical fluid state, to obtain a photovoltaic device.    USE - Manufacture of photovoltaic device e.g. polycrystal silicon type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method forms polycrystal silicon layers having high microcrystal density, with easy operativity with respect to raw materials. The obtained photovoltaic device has excellent electric power generation efficiency. The resolving time of plasma discharge is shortened.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the manufacturing apparatus of polycrystal silicon type solar cell.    Discharge generation portion (10)    Reaction container (11)    Electrodes (12,13)    Substrate (50)    Metal electrode layer (51)
NOVELTY - A metal nanoparticles dispersion liquid contains metal nanoparticles coated with protective agent dispersed in polar solvent containing polyhydric alcohol ether. The protective agent contains organic compound having carboxyl group.    USE - Metal nanoparticles dispersion liquid. Uses include but are not limited to electroconductive material, fine wiring board, printed wiring board, antenna circuit, capacitor, LCD, plasma display, electrode component, solar cell, tag for ratio frequency identification, fuel cell, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The metal nanoparticles dispersion liquid provides aggregate having favorable dispersibility with respect to solvent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the metal nanoparticles dispersion liquid;    (2) metal nanoparticles aggregate; and    (3) manufacture of the aggregate.
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing a substrate (100). A gate electrode (110a) is formed on the portion of the substrate. An insulating layer (120) covering the substrate and the gate electrode is formed. Several The copper-indium-selenide (CuInSe2) (CIS) films (130b,140b) are formed on the insulating layer to cover a region where the gate electrode is formed. A conductive layer (150) covering the CIS films are formed. A trench exposing a portion of a surface of the CIS films are formed.    USE - Method of manufacturing thin film transistor (TFT) used in solar device.    ADVANTAGE - The TFT can be formed in a low temperature process with the low-priced substrate. The excellent light efficiency of TFT is realized by the good light efficiency of the CIS film. The layers formed on the substrate can be etched using the patterning method to omit the brevity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the TFT.    Substrate (100)    Gate electrode (110a)    Insulating layer (120)    CIS films (130b,140b)    Conductive layer (150)
NOVELTY - The method involves detecting light generated from plasma sheath during plasma process. The detected light is processed to determine when an arc event occurs.    USE - Method for detection of arc events during plasma processing of wafer used in manufacture of thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFTLCD), plasma display panel (PDP) and organic LED (OLED). Can also be used in etch and deposition process used during manufacture of integrated circuit (IC), photonic device or solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - By detecting light during plasma process very accurate detection of arc event is provided.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for detection of arc events during plasma processing of wafer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating arc detection main diagram.    Radio frequency power supply (41)    Radio frequency sensor pickup (42)    Plasma chamber (43)    Optical sensor pickup (44)    Computer data display and arc detection (46)
NOVELTY - The method involves coating the polysilazane film on the surface of base material. The solvent is removed from the base material, at the time of coating the polysilazane film on the surface of base material. The moisture content on the polysilazane film is removed.    USE - Manufacturing method of gas barrier film for heterojunction-type organic photoelectric conversion element (claimed) used in electronic device, organic electroluminescent element, solar cell and liquid crystal. Can also be used in packaging foodstuff, industrial good and pharmaceutical.    ADVANTAGE - The gas-barrier ability is improved in the gas-barrier film, by removing the moisture content from the polysilazane film without any damage on the base material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for heterojunction-type organic photoelectric conversion element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional diagram of the solar cell.    Heterojunction-type organic photoelectric conversion element (10)    Substrate (11)    Transparent electrode (12)    Counter electrode (13)    Electrode carrying layer (18)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen generator for generating a hydrogen gas, comprises at least a fuel supply part (1) for supplying a hydrocarbon type fuel, a fuel combustion part (4), a water supply part (3) for supplying water, a gas mixing part (11) for mixing the fuel and the water, and a reforming part (6) filled with a reforming catalyst, where the reforming part is heated by an exhaust gas generated in the combustion part; where the gas mixing part is also heated by the exhaust gas generated in the combustion part.    USE - As hydrogen generator for generating a hydrogen gas (claimed); for generating hydrogen gas to be supplied to appliances that use hydrogen such as fuel cells from water and hydrocarbon type fuel such as natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, gasoline, naphtha or kerosene used as raw materials.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator having a simple structure that can collect and efficiently use waste heat to improves the heat efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of constitution of hydrogen generator.    Fuel supply part (1)    Water supply part (3)    Fuel combustion part (4)    Reforming part (6)    Gas mixing part (11)
NOVELTY - Method of manufacturing thermoplastic resin composition, involves mixing (in parts mass) thermoplastic resin (100) and polyalkylene glycol compound (0.001-30) with at least one metallic compound (0.001-50) chosen from metallic complex and metallic halide, and heating the obtained mixture at 100-320 degrees C.    USE - The method is useful for manufacturing thermoplastic resin composition for manufacturing molded object which is used in light emitting structure (both claimed) e.g. solar cell, organic electroluminescent (EL) displays and LCD.    ADVANTAGE - The composition emits visible light with high intensity when irradiated with UV rays.
NOVELTY - A photoelectric cell module (11) consists of a transparent substrate (12), a transparent conductor layer (5), a porous semiconductor layer (7), and a counter-electrode layer (9). An electrolyte solution is impregnated in the semiconductor layer and counter-electrode layer. A cell partition (6) encloses the surroundings of porous semiconductor layer and counter-electrode layer. A liquid-sealing-agent layer (13) is formed by arranging so that the substrate and other side of cell partition are covered and electrolyte solution is sealed, and solidifying.    USE - Photoelectric cell module is used for sensitized type solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric cell module can be manufactured by a simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A photoelectric cell module consists of a transparent substrate, a transparent conductor layer provided on the transparent substrate, a porous semiconductor layer provided on the transparent conductor layer, and a counter-electrode layer provided apart from the porous semiconductor layer. An electrolyte solution is impregnated in the porous semiconductor layer and counter-electrode layer. A cell partition is provided on the transparent substrate and encloses the surroundings of porous semiconductor layer and counter-electrode layer. A liquid-sealing-agent layer is formed by arranging so that the substrate and other side of cell partition are covered and electrolyte solution is sealed, and solidifying. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of photoelectric cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of sensitized type solar cell module. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Transparent conductor layer (5)    Cell partition (6)    Porous semiconductor layer (7)    Counter-electrode layer (9)    Photoelectric cell module (11)    Substrate (12)    Sealing-agent layer (13)
NOVELTY - A solar cell (1) has a transparent electrode (2), carbon nanotubes (3) with which parallel arrangement is carried out at right angles with respect to surface of transparent electrode, and a metal electrode (4) provided on opposite side of transparent electrode to which carbon nanotubes are provided. The diameter of carbon nanotubes disposed in parallel is gradually changed from one side to the other side.    USE - Solar cell is used for apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell apparatus (11).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the solar cell apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Solar cell (1)    Transparent electrode (2)    Carbon nanotubes (3)    Metal electrode (4)    Solar cell apparatus (11)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has a treatment gas supplying mechanism (20) which supplies the treatment gas to the treating chamber (10). An air-release mechanism releases air from the inside of the treating chamber. An air-release valve (62) adjusts the air-release quantity of the air-release mechanism. An arithmetic control mechanism (50) has several arithmetic tables for calculating suitable treatment gas pressure for each treating process, and controls the opening degree of the air-release valve, based on the arithmetic tables.    USE - Substrate treating apparatus used during film-forming of amorphous silicon to the substrate in semiconductor manufacture, and solar cell manufacture.    ADVANTAGE - The process-gas pressure in substrate treating apparatus can be controlled for short time continuously using the arithmetic control mechanism. Therefore, the process-gas pressure at the time of transfer of a treatment process can be stabilized continuously in a short time, and implementation of a steady and efficient substrate process is attained. Hence manufacturing cost of substrate is reduced and efficiency of substrate process is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for pressure control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the substrate treating apparatus.    Substrate treating apparatus (1)    Treating chamber (10)    Treatment gas supplying mechanism (20)    Exhaust pipe (61)    Air-release valve (62)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor substrate (1) consists of graphite substrate (2) having flexibility with respect to external force, and semiconductor layer (4) containing silicon provided on the graphite substrate. The graphite substrate contains sintered polymer. A buffer layer (3) containing hafnium nitride or zirconium nitride and another buffer layer containing aluminum nitride are provided between the substrate and the semiconductor layer.    USE - Semiconductor substrate for semiconductor element used for light emitting element of display panel and solar cell element for electronic device (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to touch panel, illuminating device, antistatic film, heat reflective glass, ultraviolet reflection glass, light emitting diode, communication apparatus, organic electroluminescent panel, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor substrate is manufactured economically and with high reproducibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the semiconductor substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structure of the semiconductor substrate.    Semiconductor substrate (1)    Graphite substrate (2)    Buffer layer (3)    Semiconductor layer (4)
NOVELTY - Multijunction semiconductor solar cell comprises: (a) an upper first solar subcell having a first band gap; (b) a middle second solar subcell adjacent to the first solar subcell; (c) a graded interlayer adjacent to the second solar subcell; (d) a lower third solar subcell adjacent to the graded interlayer; and (e) a metal electrode layer deposited on the lower subcell.    USE - Used as multijunction semiconductor solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Multijunction semiconductor solar cell comprises: (a) an upper first solar subcell having a first band gap; (b) a middle second solar subcell adjacent to the first solar subcell and having a second band gap smaller than the first band gap, and having a base layer and an emitter layer; (c) a graded interlayer adjacent to the second solar subcell, where the graded interlayer has a third band gap greater than the second band gap; (d) a lower third solar subcell adjacent to the graded interlayer, where the lower third subcell has a fourth band gap smaller than the second band gap such that the third subcell is lattice mismatched with respect to the second subcell; and (e) a metal electrode layer deposited on the lower subcell and having a coefficient of thermal expansion of 0-10 ppm per degree Kelvin different from that of the adjacent semiconductor material. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a semiconductor device comprising: (a) a semiconductor body; and (b) a metal electrode layer; and    (2) a method of manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell.    Substrate (101)    Buffer layer (102)    Etch stop layer (103)    Contact layer (104)    Window (105)    P base (107)    Barrier layer (115)
NOVELTY - A solar cell comprises doped regions of respective conductive type formed on a semiconductor substrate (100) of the first and second conductive type; a passivation layer (120, 150) configured to expose a portion of each of the doped regions; and electrodes (160, 170) formed on the exposed portion of the respective doped regions, the electrodes including a metal seed layer directly contacting the respective doped regions.    USE - The solar cell is used to convert energy from a fuel into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is capable of increasing the size of a light receiving area by forming both an electron electrode and a hole electrode on a back surface of the substrate (i.e., the surface of the substrate on which light is not incident) has been recently developed. The efficiency of the solar cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a method of manufacturing a solar cell by forming a first doped region of a first conductive type and a second doped region of a second conductive type opposite the first conductive type on a semiconductor substrate of the first conductive type; forming a passivation layer on the semiconductor substrate to expose a portion of each of the first and second doped regions; and forming a first electrode electrically connected to the first doped region and a second electrode electrically connected to the second doped region, where the forming of the first and second electrodes includes forming a metal seed layer directly contacting the first doped region and a metal seed layer directly contacting the second doped region, and forming a conductive layer on the metal seed layer of each of the first and second electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a partial cross-sectional view of a solar cell.    Substrate (100)    Front passivation layer (120)    Anti-reflection layer (130)    Back passivation layer (150)    Electrodes (160, 170)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has high frequency electric power portions (17a,17b) which output the high frequency electric power of predetermined frequency to discharge electrode for forming a plasma between counter electrodes (3). A matching-circuit selection unit (22) selects one of matching circuits (20a-20d) of adjustment device (13) to adjust impedance at the side of high frequency electric power portion and discharge electrode at the time of supply of high frequency electric power.    USE - Substrate processing apparatus such as plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) film making apparatus and thin film manufacturing apparatus for making silicon thin film for amorphous solar cell, microcrystal solar cell and thin film transistor (TFT) for LCD.    ADVANTAGE - The reflective electric power in discharge electrode can be suppressed efficiently while equalizing the thickness distribution and film quality distribution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of adjustment device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Counter electrode (3)    Adjustment device (13)    High frequency electric-power portions (17a,17b)    Matching circuits (20a-20d)    Matching-circuit selection unit (22)
NOVELTY - A solution containing metal salt or metal ion, polyvinylpyrrolidone, and organic solvent having amide group is provided. Then, the metal ion in the solution is reduced, and metal microparticles are deposited.    USE - Manufacture of metal microparticles used for fuel cell catalyst, waste gas purification catalyst and catalyst for organic-synthesis reaction.    ADVANTAGE - The metal microparticles having controlled particle structure are economically manufactured with high yield.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for metal microparticles.
NOVELTY - A polymer-layer-forming coating liquid maintained at 20 degrees C to less than 60 degrees C with respect to boiling point of solvent is deaerated and applied (5) on an inorganic barrier layer which is provided on base material by coating system, to obtain a barrier film.    USE - Manufacture of barrier film used for packaging foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals, and devices e.g. liquid crystal display element, solar cell and organic electroluminescent element.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides barrier film having stable and high gas-barrier property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the manufacture of barrier film.    Manufacture process (2)    Base material supply process (3)    Coating liquid supply process for polymer layer formation (4)    Application process (5)    Deaeration unit (402)
NOVELTY - Trans-polyisoprene resin is obtained by epoxidizing polyisoprene resin, where the total ratio of 1,2-bond unit and 3,4-bond unit to isoprene unit in a polymer is 0.1% or less.    USE - The trans-polyisoprene resin is useful as raw material for elastomer products e.g. rubber and fuel cell sealing material.    ADVANTAGE - The resin has excellent impact resistance, weather resistance, earthquake resistance, transparency, adhesiveness, intensity and gas barrier property.
NOVELTY - A curable resin composition comprises zirconia particles with primary particle diameter of 10-100 nm, polymeric compound having binaphthalene skeleton and radically polymerizable unsaturated bond, and radical polymerization initiator.    USE - Curable resin composition for plastic lens (claimed), eyeglass lens, prism lens, overcoat agent for optics, hard coat agent, antireflective film, optical fiber, optical waveguide and hologram. Can also be used for lens for digital camera, Fresnel lens, LED sealing material and coating material for photovoltaic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The curable resin composition provides cured material having high refractive index, excellent heat resistance and moisture resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) hardened material, which is obtained by hardening the curable resin composition by heating or irradiating active energy ray; and    (2) plastic lens, which is obtained by molding and hardening the resin composition.
NOVELTY - The structure (1) has an indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs) quantum dot structure (6) that is formed on a GaAs buffer layer (5). An InGaAs thin film layer (3) is provided with several InGaAs quantum dots (4). A lamination layer is provided on the InGaAs thin film layer, so that the InGaAs quantum dots are embedded in specified manner.    USE - Laminated quantum dot structure for solar cell element and light emitting element (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - High-speed growth of the laminated quantum dot structure can be achieved effectively. A solar cell element and light emitting element having excellent light absorption sensitivity and light emission sensitivity can be provided reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell element;    (2) light emitting element; and    (3) manufacturing method of laminated quantum dot structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the laminated quantum dot structure. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Laminated quantum dot structure (1)    GaAs buffer layers (2,5)    InGaAs thin film layer (3)    InGaAs quantum dot (4)    InGaAs quantum dot structure (6)
NOVELTY - Charge carrier transport layer (3) comprises a transport material having organic carrier. The transport material contains multiple transparent oxide containing particles (6,6',6'') having diameter in a range of 1-100 nm. The transport material also contains multiple agglomerated particles (7,7''). Transparent oxide containing particles and agglomerated particles have different refractive indices.    USE - Charge carrier transport layer used in electro-optical component for organic light emitting diode (OLED) or organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The charge carrier transport layer ensures efficient performance of an electro-optical component for organic light emitting diode (OLED) or organic solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing charge carrier transport layer for an electro-optical component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an electro-optical component of organic light emitting diode.    Charge carrier transport layer (3)    Oxide containing particles (6,6',6 '')    Agglomerated particles (7,7'')    Electro-optical component (10)
NOVELTY - Conjugated polymer, is new.    USE - The conjugated polymer is useful for preparing electrochromic material, and photovoltatic material for polymer solar cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides conjugated polymer that has good electrochromic performance. Since the conjugated polymer can be dissolved in an organic solvent, a thin film of the conjugated polymer can be easily fabricated by spin-coating the organic solution of the conjugated polymer on a substrate. Moreover, conjugated polymer can present red, green, blue, or black colors by proper structural design as well as has high coloring efficiency and high electrochemical stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Conjugated polymer of formula 1, is new.    m=1-4;    p=0-3;    n=3-10000;    R1 and R2=-H, -CaH2a+1, -OCaH2a+1, -SCaH2a+1, -N(CaH2a+1)2 or -(O(CaH2a)2)b, respectively;    a=1-15;    b=1-5; and    X=an unsaturated moiety.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) an electrochromic material comprising the conjugated polymer; and    (2) a photovoltatic material for polymer solar cells, comprising the conjugated polymer.
NOVELTY - Generating hydrogen, comprises: contacting magnesium, silicon, and one or more salts sufficient to form a mixture; and reacting the mixture with an aqueous solution, where the solution comprises water, sufficient to generate hydrogen.    USE - The method is useful for generating hydrogen via hydrolysis (claimed), which is useful to provide fuel to a fuel cell system, either directly (e.g. fed to a fuel cell) or indirectly (e.g. to refuel a hydrogen-storing fuel cartridge).    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple, safe and generates hydrogen in an economical manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a composition comprising a mixture of magnesium and silicon, where the composition reacts to generate hydrogen when contacted with an aqueous solution.
NOVELTY - A plate-shaped nickel catalyst component consists of a nickel catalyst layer containing precious metal element as dopant, provided through an intermediate layer on the alumina layer of a plate-shaped substrate having an alumina layer on the surface.    USE - Plate-shaped nickel catalyst component is used for hydrocarbon steam reforming reaction in modifiers of fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The plate-shaped nickel catalyst component has excellent steam reforming performance with respect to hydrocarbon, and durability, and prevents reoxidation of nickel and caulking by steam.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of plate-shaped nickel catalyst component, which involves adhering nickel on alumina layer of substrate, baking at 500 degrees C or more to form nickel spinel (NiAl2O4) intermediate layer, adhering catalyst nickel on the intermediate layer, baking to form a catalyst layer, adhering a trace amount of precious metal element, and baking.
NOVELTY - Flame obtained by burning gaseous mixture of oxygen and hydrogen is contacted with refined silica (RS), silica is melted, a reducing agent is added, and molten material (MS) is reduced to obtain high purity silicon (PS).    USE - Manufacture of high purity silicon used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon is stably and economically manufactured with high purity and productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing apparatus (1) of high purity silicon, which has melting furnace (3) provided with a burner (4) for burning gaseous mixture, and a reducing agent addition apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of manufacturing apparatus of high purity silicon. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Manufacturing apparatus of high purity silicon (1)    Melting furnace (3)    Burner (4)    Molten material (MS)    High purity silicon (PS)    Refined silica (RS)
NOVELTY - Recovered polycrystalline silicon is accommodated in a quartz tube (2) having opened upper and lower surfaces obstructed by silicon boards (22,23). An inert gas is introduced while the quartz tube is put in a Czochralski pulling-up furnace (1). The quartz tube is placed on the crucible (12) of the furnace, the temperature is increased, and polycrystalline silicon and boards are melted and accommodated in the crucible. The molten silicon in crucible is grown by Czochralski method, to obtain a single crystal silicon.    USE - Regeneration of recovered polycrystalline silicon generated during back-grinding of semiconductor wafer in manufacture of semiconductor device, to produce single crystal silicon for solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables production of highly purified silicon monocrystal with reduced number of processes. The polycrystalline silicon is dissolved without being dispersed in the furnace.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Recovered polycrystalline silicon in the form of powder or small pieces is accommodated in a quartz tube having opened upper and lower surfaces obstructed by silicon boards. An inert gas is introduced while the quartz tube is put in a Czochralski pulling-up furnace and reduced to preset pressure. In a state in which the quartz tube is placed on the crucible of the furnace, the temperature in the furnace is increased and the polycrystalline silicon and silicon boards are melted and accommodated in the crucible. The quartz tube is taken out from the furnace, and molten silicon in the crucible is grown by Czochralski method, to obtain a single crystal silicon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view explaining the regeneration method of recovered polycrystalline silicon. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Czochralski furnace (1)    Quartz tube (2)    Main chamber (11)    Crucible (12)    Silicon boards (22,23)
NOVELTY - Method for purifying silicon, involves producing compound of alkali metal and silicon, crystallizing the melt solution of compound and removing impurities from the melt solution by unidirectional solidification.    USE - The method is useful for purifying silicon (claimed) which is used in semiconductor and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon can be purified easily and cost-effectively.
NOVELTY - A chemical-solution-deposition composition contains precursor raw material comprising copper, indium and/or gallium, precursor raw material of organometallic compound, and an organic solvent. A solution containing copper and indium is coated on a substrate, and baked to form a metal oxide film. The metal oxide film is reduced using the chemical-solution-deposition composition, and the metal film is subjected to selenization process.    USE - Chemical-solution-deposition composition is used for forming copper-indium-selenium-type film (both claimed) used as light absorption layer for compound semiconductor-type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The copper-indium-selenium-type film having high density is economically formed, using the chemical-solution-deposition composition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation of copper-indium-selenium-type film.
NOVELTY - The method involves cleaning a silicon wafer to make herbs into wool for primary heavy diffusion, and coating a layer of silicon nitride film on a surface of the primary heavy diffused silicon wafer. A corrosion slurry is printed for corroding silicon on part of a surface of the silicon wafer, where the corrosion time is about 20-120 minutes, where the corrosion slurry for corroding silicon contains 1-50 percentage of ammonium bifluoride. The surface of the silicon wafer is formed with a heavy doping region and a light doping region.    USE - Method for forming a selective emitter junction of a crystalline silicon solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables removing part of damaged layer of the field and increasing the efficiency of the battery. The method enables providing uniformity of square resistance in the light dope region and a low surface concentration, and increasing the efficiency of the selective emitter junction battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a method for forming a selective emitter junction of a crystalline silicon solar battery. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves precleaning and texturing P type monocrystalline silicon and polycrystalline silicon by alkali solution and acid solution. A silicon nitride film is provided on a surface of an emitter region of a P type silicon wafer. Hydrogenation microcrystalline silicon and mixed phase film material for a non-crystalline silicon are prepared by hot-filament chemical vapor deposition. A film is settled on the side of the P type silicon wafer. Negative and positive electrodes are painted by a silk screen. The electrodes are fired to form a solar cell.    USE - Method for manufacturing a crystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method reduces composite odds of little photo production carrier on a back surface, improves efficiency of long wave light quantum and enables providing certain conditions for conveying and collection of a photo production carrier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating the method for manufacturing the crystalline silicon solar cell. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A composition (C1) comprises at least one nano-diamondoid and at least one organic functional material.    USE - For the preparation of an electronic or opto-electronic device (where the device is a light emitting, light converting, light harvesting, or light sensor device selected from organic light emitting diodes (OLED), polymer light emitting diodes (PLED), organic light emitting electrochemical cells, organic field effect transistors (OFET), thin film transistors (TFT), organic solar cells (O-SC), organic laser diodes (O-laser), organic integrated circuits (O- IC), radio frequency identification (RFID) tags, photodetector, sensors, logic circuits, memory elements, capacitor, charge injection layers, Schottky diodes, planarizing layers, antistatic films, conducting substrates or patterns, photoconductors, electrophotographic elements, organic light emitting transistors (OLET), organic spintronic devices, and an organic plasmon emitting devices (OPEDs) (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition reduces the driving voltage of organic light emitting diodes and other opto-electronic devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a formulation (F1) comprising the composition (C1) and at least one organic solvent;    (2) an electronic device (D1) comprising at least one organic layer and at least two electrodes. At least one of the organic layers comprises at least one hydrogen-terminated or functionalized nano-diamondoid;    (3) making (M1) of the electronic device (D1) involving employing the formulation (F1) or the composition (C1).
NOVELTY - A vaporization mixing method of reforming raw material containing water and hydrocarbon involves supplying and contacting water vapor and liquid hydrocarbon to mixing physical distribution path (1) provided with first flow-path part (5) and flow-path narrowing part (6) whose cross-sectional area is smaller than first flow-path part, obtaining mixture, flowing mixture with first linear velocity in first flow path part, and flowing mixture with second linear velocity in flow path narrowing part. The second linear velocity is greater than or equal to 5 times of first linear velocity.    USE - A vaporization mixing method of reforming raw material containing water and hydrocarbon.    ADVANTAGE - The method carries out vaporization mixing of reforming raw material efficiently in a short time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of mixer for vaporization mixing method of reforming raw material. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Mixing physical distribution path (1)    First flow-path part (5)    Flow-path narrowing part (6)    Second flow-path part (7)    Mixer (10)
NOVELTY - An organic thin film solar cell material contains anthracene derivative (I).    USE - Material for organic thin film solar cell (claimed) used for timepiece, mobile telephone and mobile personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The material has excellent stability with respect to light, oxygen and heat, and highly efficient photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic thin film solar cell material contains anthracene derivative of formula (I).    R1-R12=1-40C alkyl, 2-40C alkenyl, 2-40C alkynyl, 6-40C aryl, 3-40C heteroaryl, 1-40C alkyloxy, 6-40C aryloxy, 6-40C arylamino or 1-40C alkylamino (all optionally substituted), H, halo, cyano or nitro;and    or adjacent R1-R12=ring.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic thin film solar cell, which consists of p-layer containing the material provided between electrodes.
NOVELTY - An organic compound comprises naphthalene rings which may have substituent.    USE - Organic compound used as charge transport material used for organic electroluminescent element for organic electroluminescent display and organic electroluminescent illumination (claimed). Can also be used for organic devices e.g. electrophotographic photoreceptor and organic solar cell, flat panel display, surface light-emitting body, display board and marker lamp.    ADVANTAGE - The organic compound is excellent in heat resistance and has high charge transport ability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An organic compound of formulae (I) and (II) comprises naphthalene rings which may have substituent.    A-F=benzene ring which may have substituent in which when rings A-F couple together, greater than or equal to 2 naphthalene ring may form in one molecule.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) change transport material comprising organic compound;    (2) organic electroluminescent elements composition comprising organic compound and solvent;    (3) organic electroluminescent element comprising light emitting layer provided between anode, cathode and both poles on substrate and layer formed by wet film forming process using composition for organic electroluminescent elements;    (4) organic electroluminescent display comprising organic electroluminescent element; and    (5) organic electroluminescent illumination comprising organic electroluminescent element.
NOVELTY - Optical functional material (I).    USE - The optical functional material is useful as sensitized dye for photoelectric conversion material, photoelectric conversion electrode and photoelectric conversion cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The optical functional material is highly stable, do not deteriorate and has broad wavelength with respect to sunlight.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Optical functional material of formula (I).    R1,R2=alkyl or aryl (both substituted or unsubstituted);    R1 and R2=ring;    R3-R12=alkyl having H, substituted or unsubstituted;    R13 and R14=electron withdrawing group;    X1,X2=bivalent thiophene or bivalent thiophene condensate (both substituted or unsubstituted);and    m,n=2-6.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) sensitized dye for photoelectric conversion comprising the above-cited optical functional material;    (2) photoelectric conversion material obtained by connecting the above-cited sensitized dye and inorganic semiconductive porous material;    (3) photoelectric conversion electrode obtained by laminating the above-cited photoelectric conversion material with a transparent electrode; and    (4) photoelectric conversion cell comprising the above-cited photoelectric conversion electrode, electrolyte layer and electroconductive counter electrode.
NOVELTY - The assembly (3) has a pressure reducer (5) reducing supply pressure to primary pressure or intermediate pressure. A timing valve (6) reduces the primary pressure to operating working pressure. A control loop (8) stabilizes the primary pressure, and regulates the pressure of the pressure reducer. An additional pressure reducing device i.e. passive or regulated component, is fluidically arranged between the pressure reducer and the timing valve, and reduces the intermediate pressure to the primary pressure.    USE - Supply assembly for a fuel cell pack i.e. polymer-electrolyte-membrane-fuel cell pack, of a fuel cell module i.e. polymer-electrolyte-membrane-fuel cell module, of a vehicle (claimed) i.e. passenger car.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly enables convenient and safe operation of the fuel cell pack without any vibration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a fuel cell module with a supply assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a fuel cell module for a vehicle.    Fuel cell pack (2)    Supply assembly (3)    Pressure reducer (5)    Timing valve (6)    Control loop (8)
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing a water solubility precursor of copper indium gallium selenium nanoparticles that contains different gallium indium content ratios, where the nanoparticles contain alloy or oxide of copper indium gallium selenium elements. The precursor is sprayed on a back electrode layer, and a selenium nanoparticle layer is coated on the electrode layer for forming a copper indium gallium selenium absorbing layer. The absorbing layer is hot treated for forming a thin film solar battery absorbing layer with graded distribution of gallium indium atomic ratios.    USE - Method for preparing an absorbing layer of a thin film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The copper indium gallium selenium absorbing layer is hot treated for forming the thin film solar battery absorbing layer with graded distribution of gallium indium atomic ratios, thus improving conversion efficiency of the solar battery, while ensuring large scale production of the solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a thin film solar battery.
NOVELTY - Delivering a vaporized solution precursor to an atomic layer deposition chamber (50), comprises connecting a vaporizer (30) to the atomic layer deposition chamber, and delivering vaporized solution precursor from the vaporizer to the chamber at a constant pumping speed.    USE - The method is useful: for delivering a vaporized solution precursor to an atomic layer deposition chamber (claimed), where the atomic layer deposition chamber is useful in electronics industries, such as flat panel display, compound semiconductor, magnetic and optical storage, solar cell, nanotechnology and nanomaterials.    ADVANTAGE - The method: allows easy delivery of a vaporized solution precursor with good volatility and good thermal stability to an atomic layer deposition chamber; provides rapid saturation of the substrate surface through chemisorptions; and provides rapid and complete surface reactions thus yielding high purity films.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of atomic layer deposition apparatus.    Solution vessel (10)    Liquid pump (20)    Vaporizer (30)    Vessel (40)    Deposition chamber. (50)
NOVELTY - Preparing a graphene base (40), comprises: disposing a carbon-based material on at least one surface of a substrate (10) incapable of catalyzing graphitization; disposing a graphitization catalyst layer (20) on the carbon-based material; and forming graphene by thermally treating the substrate, on which the carbon-based material and the graphitization catalyst layer are formed, under an inert atmosphere or a reducing atmosphere.    USE - The process is useful to prepare a graphene base, which is useful in an electrical device (claimed), preferably field emission displays, liquid crystal display, organic light emitting device, super-capacitor, fuel cell, solar cell, field-effect transistors, memory device, transparent electrode, hydrogen storage device and optical fiber.    ADVANTAGE - The process: directly forms the graphene base on surface of the substrate in a selected shape; provides at least 90% of the graphene area, which does not have a wrinkle; and grows graphene by in-situ on the substrate, hence results in a stronger bond between the substrate and the graphene than results from other methods of disposing graphene on a substrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a graphene base (40) obtained by the method, where the graphene is formed directly on at least one surface of the substrate (10), and at least 90% of the graphene area does not have a wrinkle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure is a schematic diagram illustrating a graphene base.    Substrate (10)    Graphitization catalyst layer (20)    Graphene (40)
NOVELTY - A substrate comprises base material obtained by hardening allyl ester resin composition.    USE - Substrate for a color filter (claimed) that is utilized for an LCD, organic electroluminescent display, and a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate is light in weight, and has better dimensional stability, transparency and heat resistance effect.
NOVELTY - Copper particles, group XIII elements, and chalcogenide are reacted under multiplexer sound wave luminescence condition, and heated to obtain chalcopyrite-type particles.    USE - Manufacture of chalcopyrite-type particles used for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides chalcopyrite-type particles having excellent durability by simple method in short period of time without affecting the environment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.
NOVELTY - The battery has a semiconductor stack layer connected with an entity of an insulating layer via a first opening. A conductive layer is arranged on the semiconductor stack layer. The conductive layer is provided with multiple second openings for exposing partial lateral surfaces of a transparent conductive layer and the semiconductor stack layer. The second openings are arranged on a same position as a third opening. The conductive layer is connected with an entity of the transparent conductive layer via the third opening.    USE - Composite type serial connecting or parallel connecting film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery has high working efficiency and utilization ratio.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The conductive layer is a transparent conductive layer made of indium tin oxide, indium zinc oxide, indium tin zinc oxide, zinc oxide, aluminum tin oxide, aluminum zinc oxide, cadmium indium oxide, cadmium zinc oxide, gallium zinc oxide and tin fluorine oxide. The semiconductor layer is made of combination of noncrystalline silicon, polycrystalline silicon and microcrystalline silicon. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing the composite type serial connecting or parallel connecting film solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a composite type serial connecting or parallel connecting film solar battery.
NOVELTY - The battery has a back electrode comprising a contact layer on a top part of a substrate, and a transparent conductive oxide grating layer formed on the contact layer of the back electrode. A semiconductor junction is provided on a top part of the grating layer, and a positive face transparent conductive oxide layer is provided on the top part of the junction, where the semiconductor junction is selected among NIP junction, non-crystalline silicon junction and microcrystal silicon junction. A disperse type Bragg reflective layer is installed between the substrate and the contact layer.    USE - Solar energy battery for integrated diffraction grating.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the battery enables the reflective light ray of the reflective layer to be diffracted to enter an adsorption layer, so as to increase the length of an optical path by the integrated diffraction grating of the solar energy battery, so that the adsorption layer of the solar energy battery adsorbs the maximal number of photons by less thickness to improve the conversion rate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for generating a transparent conductive oxide grating layer    (2) a method for manufacturing a solar energy battery of integrated diffraction grating.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of a solar energy battery.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming two texturing surfaces, and removing damaged part of the second texturing surface. The first texturing surface is etched in a dry etching process. Multiple protrusion parts are formed on a substrate. The second texturing surface is etched by using first etching gas. A Third texturing surface is etched by using second etching gas. A fourth texturing surface is etched by using third etching gas. The first etching gas is mixing gas of oxygen gas and fluorine base gas. The second etching gas is fluorine base gas or mixing gas of oxygen gas and chlorine-containing gas.    USE - Solar cell manufacturing method.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables performing the dry etching of the texturing surface formed on the substrate and removing the residue remaining in the texturing surface. The method enables reducing manufacturing time of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The third etching gas is fluorine base gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a solar cell manufacturing method.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has a transparent electrode (202) on a transparent substrate (201), and a light absorption layer formed on the transparent electrode. Another absorption layer is formed on the former absorption layer. A back contact electrode (211) is formed on the latter absorption layer. The former absorption layer includes a cadmium sulfide layer (203) and a compound semiconductor layer consisting of tellurium. A back plate (205) is included between the layers. An intermediate layer (206) is made of cadmium sulfide, zinc sulfide, indium oxide, zinc oxide, or aluminum doped zinc oxide.    USE - Tandem thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables the light of the short wavelength region and the light of the long wave region to be absorbed in the light absorption layers respectively such that the quantum efficiency of the tandem solar cell is high. The manufacturing process of the tandem solar cell is simple. The solar cell can be manufactured at low cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The back plate is made of copper doped zinc telluride, nitrogen doped zinc telluride, or tellurium. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a tandem thin film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a tandem thin film solar cell.    Transparent substrate (201)    Transparent electrode (202)    Cadmium sulfide layer (203)    Back plate (205)    Intermediate layer (206)    Back contact electrode (211)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a concavo-convex region on a surface of a substrate. Reactive ion etching is performed above the surface of the substrate. Residue remaining in the substrate is removed by utilizing an etchant in which 20 to 80 weight percent of nitric acid and 10 to 50 weight percent of hydrogen fluoride are mixed.    USE - Method for texturing a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables the residue remaining on the surface of the substrate to be removed cleanly, thus reducing cost of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating a solar cell texturing method.
NOVELTY - The cell has a substrate containing conductivity type impurity, and an emitter part containing conductivity type impurity. A reflection barrier layer is positioned on the emitter part, and electrodes are electrically connected with the emitter part. Other electrodes are electrically connected with the substrate. The reflection barrier layer is made of silicon oxide or silicon nitride. Thickness of the emitter part is 250 nanometers to 450 nanometers.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell increases coverage at a texturing surface, and reduces recombination-rate of the electric charge at the surface of the emitter part. The cell has high action efficiency and high production ability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has a window layer (33) through which a light (31) emitted in the cell is absorbed by a conductive heavily doped layer (35) and a conductive lightly doped crystalline silicon substrate (37). The window layer is composed of amorphous or polycrystal semiconductor films or composed of layers of amorphous or polycrystal compound semiconductor films. An impurity and defect blocking layer is added between the window layer and the doped layer. A serial resistor on square centimeter of the cell is smaller than and equal to 4 ohms.    USE - Crystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the solar cell adopts low temperature sintering technique of the metal electrode during the process of manufacturing the cell to reduce the compound loss, ohm loss and shielding loss of the common crystalline silicon solar cell and increase conversion efficiency of the cell. The cell is convenient and inexpensive to manufacture.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The amorphous or polycrystal compound semiconductor films forming the window layer are stannous oxide, zinc oxide, zinc stannate, and zinc sulfide. The impurity and defect blocking layer is one of titanium tungsten alloy, or one of titanium oxide, germanium nitride, silicon nitride, borosilicate glass, phosphorosilicate glass, boron-phosphorosilicate glass, hydrogen doped noncrystalline silicon, nitrogen doped noncrystalline silicon, hydrogen and nitrogen doped noncrystalline silicon. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a crystalline silicon solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar cell.    Light (31)    Front face gate-shaped metal electrode (32)    Window layer (33)    Conductive heavily doped layer (35)    Conductive lightly doped crystalline silicon substrate (37)
NOVELTY - The cell has a sealing layer arranged between a backboard glass and a back electrode. An absorption layer and a back electrode are provided on a front glass plate. A metal reflection layer is provided between the sealing layer and the back electrode. Another sealing layer is arranged between the metal reflection layer and the back electrode. A thickness of the metal reflection layer is greater than 50 nanometers and smaller than or equal to 200 nanometers. The metal reflection layer reflects the absorption layer through rays of a laser marking area.    USE - Film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The metal reflection layer reflects the absorption layer through the rays of the laser marking area, thus improving photoelectric conversion ratio of the cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a film solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a substrate, and etching the substrate by using mixed acid etchant (MAE). The substrate is washed, and an oxide film is formed on the substrate by using chemical preprocessing solution. Electrical characteristic of the substrate is evaluated by using microwave-photoconductivity decay technique. The substrate is cleaned by using deionized water, and a native oxide film is formed on the substrate. Hydrofluoric acid solution is coated on the substrate to perform rinse process.    USE - Method for evaluating electrical property of a substrate of a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables measurement of the electrical characteristics of the substrate in an accurate manner by performing the etching step, so that accuracy of the evaluation result can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating an electrical property evaluation method for a substrate.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves preparing a p-type crystalline substrate, and injecting an n-type impurity ion into an upper layer of the substrate. An n-type semiconductor layer is formed in a phospho-silicate glass film for forming a front electrode. The phospho silicate glass film is formed in a surface of the substrate. The phospho silicate glass film is selectively patterned. A reflection barrier layer is formed on the substrate. The phospho silicate glass film is removed. A front electrode is formed in a domain of the substrate, where the reflection barrier layer is made of silicon nitride film.    USE - Method for manufacturing a solar cell that is utilized for generation of solar power.    ADVANTAGE - The n-type semiconductor layer is formed in the phospho silicate glass film for forming the front electrode in the substrate surface with direct contact toe lock such that the substrate is exposed, thus minimizing constant resistance between the semiconductor layer and the front electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram illustrating a method for manufacturing a solar cell.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The cell has a polymer layer arranged on an upper plate, and a protective film arranged on the polymer layer, where the cell is made of titanium dioxide, silicon dioxide, or magnesium dioxide. The protective film is made of metal oxide particle. A hemisphere shaped concavo-convex part is formed in the polymer layer.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell has improved lifetime, and can effectively remove contaminant such as organic compound present on the protective film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves removing a transparent conductive layer (400) from an isolation area. A front electrode (200) is formed on a substrate (100). A semiconductor layer (300) is formed on the front electrode and a separation part (250). The transparent conductive layer is formed on the semiconductor layer and electrically connected to the front electrode via a contact. A separate unit (550) is wet-etched using an etchant material that is made of sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, sulfuric acid, phosphorous acid, hydrogen peroxide and ketene.    USE - Method for manufacturing a thin-film type solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables minimizing interval between the separate unit and the contact, removing the fixed region of the transparent conductive layer, increasing efficiency of the solar cell through reduction of a dead zone and reducing number of laser scribing processes, thus reducing the cell processing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a thin-film type solar cell comprising a back contact electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a thin-film type solar cell in partial section.    Substrate (100)    Front electrode (200)    Separation part (250)    Semiconductor layer (300)    Transparent conductive layer (400)    Separate unit (550)
NOVELTY - The cell has a primary electrode formed on a substrate, and a light absorption layer formed on the primary electrode. A color changing layer is formed on a secondary electrode that is formed on the light absorption layer. The color changing layer is formed of a material whose color is changed with heat. An electrolyte layer is formed on a first electro chromic layer that is formed on the color changing layer, where a second electro chromic layer is formed on the primary electro chromic layer. A third electro chromic layer is formed on the second electro chromic layer.    USE - Solar cell i.e. cadmium indium gallium diselenide group solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The infrared ray can be cut off according to the temperature, so that the overheating of inside of the building can be prevented. The amount of light passing to the solar cell can be controlled by providing a light handling layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view illustrating a solar cell manufacturing method.
NOVELTY - The substrate (1) has positive and reverse faces made of aluminum nitride or alumina and equipped with metalized graphic layers (2) made of nickel, copper, gold, silver and tungsten or molybdenum. A through hole is filled with a metal conductive column (3) with high-thermal conductivity. The column is mounted at an external edge of the substrate for placing a solar battery chip (4). Inner wall of the hole is provided with the metalized graphic layer whose positive and reverse faces are connected with the substrate by a conductive layer.    USE - Pottery substrate for packaging a focusing solar receiver.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate avoids problem of stress caused by inconsistent thermal expansion coefficients between pottery and a copper layer and the copper layer and a solar battery chip, so that the reliability of a solar battery component is improved. The through hole equipped at the substrate is filled with the metal conductive column with high-thermal conductivity, so that the radiation function of the substrate is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a pottery substrate for packaging a focusing solar receiver.    Pottery substrate (1)    Metalized graphic layer (2)    Metal conductive column (3)    Solar battery chip (4)
NOVELTY - The system has a managing module utilized for obtaining working state information of a shielding device via a shielding terminal controller. A power module converts solar energy into electricity, and supplies the electricity to the shielding device and a shielding terminal. An energy storing module stores the electricity from an energy converting module. A converter is utilized for converting electricity from the energy storing module into direct-current voltage or alternating current voltage, where the energy converting module is a solar battery set.    USE - Solar energy power supplying radio communication signal shielding system for use in detention house and jail.    ADVANTAGE - The system is environment-friendly, and reliable and safe to use.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The shielding terminal controller is connected with the managing module via a serial port, a parallel port, an Ethernet port, an optical fiber port, an IEEE1394 port, a Bluetooth port or an infrared port.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a solar energy power supplying radio communication signal shielding system.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - Electroconductive carbon black powder is added to multi-walled carbon nanotube powder-dispersed phenol-based polar organic solvent. Then, aromatic tetracarboxylic acid dianhydride and aromatic diamine are dissolved in water and then added to obtained mixture and polymerized, to obtain wholly aromatic polyimide powder. The content of electroconductive carbon black and multi-walled carbon nanotubes is 60-80 wt.% and 40-20 wt.%, respectively.    USE - Preparation of wholly aromatic polyimide powder used for polyimide-molded product (claimed) for flat panel display, automobile component and solar cell, and in aerospace industry.    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides wholly aromatic polyimide powder having antistatic property and electroconductivity. The polyimide-molded product formed using the polyimide powder has excellent heat resistance, abrasion resistance and electroconductivity.
NOVELTY - A black silicon solar battery comprises a metal back electrode, a crystal silicon, a black silicon layer, a passivating layer, and a metal grid. The metal back electrode is located at the back of crystal silicon. The black silicon layer is located on the crystal silicon. The passivating layer is located on the black silicon layer. The metal grid is located on the passivating layer.    USE - Black silicon solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The black silicon solar battery has high average absorptivity in visible light wave band as black silicon layer is used as absorbing layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for preparation of black silicon solar battery.
NOVELTY - The method involves plating a non-crystalline silicon film layer on a diffused surface at a silicon sheet as a diffused semi-blocking layer. A mask is formed on the non-crystalline silicon film by a front electrode. Alkali liquid is supplied on the non-crystalline silicon film to corrode a non-crystalline silicon film portion that is not covered by the mask. Selective phosphorus diffusion is performed on the silicon sheet by blocking the non-crystalline silicon film to obtain a doped layer with different concentrations.    USE - Method for producing a selectively emitted crystalline silicon solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables simple, cost effective and convenient production of the selectively emitted crystalline silicon solar battery in large numbers.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic side perspective view of a selectively emitted crystalline silicon solar battery.
NOVELTY - The device has a rectangular water tank made of polyethylene, and set with a water inlet and a water outlet. A baffle plate slot is provided on an inner wall of water tank. A titanium heating pipe and a thermocouple are fixed in the water tank. A water inlet of a circulating water pump is connected with the water outlet of water tank, by a pipe while the water outlet is connected with the water inlet of a semiconductor refrigerator whose water outlet is connected with the water inlet of water tank.    USE - Temperature control device of microbiological fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The temperature control device of simple structure, is operated easily.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the temperature control device of microbiological fuel cell.
NOVELTY - The device has a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) membrane arranged on a surface of a coated glass, where area of the PET membrane is smaller than that of the coated glass. Thickness of the PET membrane is 15-25 nm. Distance between a rim of the PET membrane and a rim of the coated glass is 10-12 nm.    USE - Coated glass protective device for sealing a solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The device has wide range of application, better safety and efficiency, and reduces cost, and is practical to use.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a coated glass protective device.
NOVELTY - The device has a water outlet pipe (13) whose end head part is melted and interconnected with an upper end surface of a cooling liquid pool (10) i.e. upstanding closed container. An end head part of a water inlet pipe (12) is inserted into the cooling liquid pool. A water pump (11) is interconnected with the water inlet pipe and located between an end head of the water inlet pipe and a joint point of the water inlet pipe and a cooling assembly (14). A bonding ethylene vinyl acetate coating is closely stuffed between a suede toughened glass and a solar cell single chip.    USE - Cooling device for a solar photovoltaic system.    ADVANTAGE - The device can automatically adjust the temperature of a surface panel of a solar cell in a solar photovoltaic system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a cooling device.    Cooling liquid pool (10)    Water pump (11)    Water inlet pipe (12)    Water outlet pipe (13)    Cooling assembly (14)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a junction box and positive and negative outgoing lines placed in space. Dimension of an intermediate-layer glass is smaller than that of a surface-layer glass and an outer-layer glass. A step is formed between the surface-layer glass and the outer-layer glass, which form a groove space together with an aluminum alloy separation frame. Four sides formed by the intermediate-layer glass, the outer-layer glass and outer sides of the aluminum alloy separation frame are sealed by a black polysulfide sealant, where the assembly is formed by packaging Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA).    USE - Hollow interlayer glass solar assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly is unique in structure. The junction box is hidden in the assembly, so that the assembly has aesthetic appearance and high stability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a hollow interlayer glass solar assembly.
NOVELTY - Three engraving processes are performed by a near-infrared laser processing device with a wavelength of 1064 nanometers to engrave along the y-axis direction from the beginning of a near-infrared laser engraving process of a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) glass to the preparation a semi-finished film solar battery product after the engraving with laser. The film solar battery is engraved along the x-axis direction by the near-infrared laser processing device. A TCO non-/micro-laminate metallic back electrode is removed. A semi-finished light-transmitting film solar battery is produced.    USE - Laser engraving process for new-type light-transmitting non-/micro-laminate silicon-based film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - Greatly decreases production cost of entire solar battery and promotes development of domestic film solar battery enterprises and laser device business.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The first near-infrared laser engraving process is performed on TCO glass. The second laser engraving process is performed after plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) deposits are absorbed. The third laser engraving process is performed after a physical vapor deposition (PVD) back reflection metallic layer physically sputters. The near-infrared laser processing device is a small-power niobium (Nb) YV40 semiconductor laser device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram of the laser engraving process for a new-type light-transmitting non-/micro-laminate silicon-based film solar battery. (Drawing includes non-English language text).
NOVELTY - The method involves exposing a surface to a radiofrequency plasma of sulfur hexafluoride/oxygen in a reaction chamber during duration of 2 to 30 minutes for producing a silicon substrate having a textured surface with inversed pyramidal structures (3). Density of power generated with the plasma is 500 to 4000 megawatt per square centimeter during the exposing step. Pressure of sulfur hexafluoride/oxygen in the reaction chamber is 50 to 150m Torr during the exposing step.    USE - Method for texturization of a surface of a silicon substrate e.g. monocrystalline silicon substrate or multicrystalline silicon substrate, for fabrication of a solar cell (all claimed) i.e. high output silicon solar cell. Can also be used for fabrication of an optical sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables obtaining the silicon substrate having better reflectivity lower than 6 percentage. The method enables obtains the silicon substrate presenting textured surface without having needle-like structures. The method reduces fabrication steps, fabrication time and fabrication cost of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a textured silicon substrate for a solar cell, comprising pyramidal structures presenting width between 200 nanometer and 3 micrometer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a textured silicon substrate obtained with different radiofrequency power.    Inversed pyramidal structure (3)    Small blank point (6)    Normal pyramids (7)    Notch (8)
NOVELTY - A groove is formed on surface of a transparent insulator (201). A metal-electrode film (203) is formed on surface of the transparent insulator. The metal-electrode film is removed from exterior of groove by polishing. A transparent conductive film (204) is formed on transparent insulator comprising metal-electrode film formed inside the groove, to obtain a transparent conductive substrate (2).    USE - Manufacture of transparent conductive substrate used for electrochemical display element (both claimed) e.g. flat panel display device, and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables easy and economical manufacture of conductive substrate having excellent transparency and low resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrochemical display element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic view explaining the manufacture of transparent conductive substrate.    Transparent conductive substrate (2)    Transparent insulator (201)    Metal-electrode film (203)    Transparent conductive film (204)    Protective film (205)
NOVELTY - The method involves affixing double-sided adhesive tape (2) with which through-holes (7) are formed in longitudinal direction at preset interval, with respect to to-be-adhered portion of plate shaped object or tape adhesion surface (8) between ribs of reinforcement element (3). The to-be-adhered portion is bonded together with other to-be-adhered portion.    USE - Reinforcement method of plate shaped object such as panel such as ceramic board and porous board for construction. Can also be used in door and bonnet for motor vehicle and solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of bubble in adhesion interface of adhesive tape and to-be-adhered portion can be suppressed since bubble is discharged through the through-holes. The adhesion strength of to-be-adhered portion can be improved when carrying out lining of reinforcement of plate shaped object through adhesive tape.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for reinforcing structure of plate shaped object.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the reinforcing structure of panel.    Panel (1)    Double-sided adhesive tape (2)    Reinforcement element (3)    Through-holes (7)    Tape adhesion surface (8)
NOVELTY - An active-energy-ray-curable resin composition contains epoxy carboxylate compound, fluorine-atom containing (meth)acrylate-type compound and photoinitiator. The epoxy carboxylate compound is obtained by reacting compound having ethylenically unsaturated group and carboxyl group in molecule with epoxy resin (I).    USE - Active-energy-ray-curable resin composition is used for forming cured material used for hard-coat layer of solar cell module (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The low-reflection hard-coat layer formed using the resin composition has excellent transparency, surface hardness and heat resistance, and reduced refractive index.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An active-energy-ray-curable resin composition contains epoxy carboxylate compound, fluorine-atom containing (meth)acrylate-type compound and photoinitiator. The epoxy carboxylate compound is obtained by reacting compound having ethylenically unsaturated group and carboxyl group in molecule with epoxy resin of formula (I).    R=H or 1-4C hydrocarbyl;and    n=1-10.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cured material, which is obtained by irradiating active energy ray to the active-energy-ray-curable resin composition.
NOVELTY - An electroconductive oxide contains antimony-doped indium-tin oxide. The content of tin with respect to total amount of tin and indium in the indium-tin complex oxide is 8.8-46.5 atomic%. The content of antimony with respect to total amount of tin, indium and antimony is 2.7-14.5 atomic%.    USE - Electroconductive oxide is used for transparent conductive film (claimed) e.g. infrared-absorption reflecting film, fog prevention film and electromagnetic shielding film used for liquid crystal display element, organic electroluminescent element and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductive oxide has high light transmittance and reduced resistivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of electroconductive oxide; and    (2) transparent conductive film.
NOVELTY - Fullerenes are coupled with porphyrin structure-containing compounds, to obtain porphyrin-fullerene compounds. The porphyrin-fullerene compounds are dissolved in organic solvent. Then, the porphyrin-fullerene compounds are connected in the form of cluster by pouring a poor solvent into the organic solvent in which porphyrin-fullerene compounds are dissolved, to obtain photoelectric conversion element material.    USE - Photoelectric conversion element material is used for organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion element material has excellent optical-absorption effect. The solar cell using the photoelectric conversion element material has excellent energy-conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) organic solar cell, which is obtained by inserting photoelectric conversion element material between optical transparent electrode and counter electrode containing metal oxide; and    (2) manufacture of organic solar cell.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has a light reflecting surface with which coating liquid obtained by distributing and dissolving metal nanoparticle having surface plasmon absorption peak and organic or inorganic material in dispersion medium, is coated. A metal nanoparticle film is formed in light-receiving surface.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The light absorbency can be improved and reflectance can be reduced by surface plasmon of metal nanoparticle, and solar cell with high energy conversion efficiency can be achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph illustrating the absorption spectrum of metal nanoparticle dispersion film. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - An electronic device consists of a PN junction formed by joining semiconductor layers (13,14). Layer (13) is a polycrystal semiconductor layer made of rare-earth iron oxide, and layer (14) is an organic semiconductor layer made of an organic material.    USE - Electronic device with PN junction e.g. solar cell. Can also be used as optical sensor, memory element, or transistor element.    ADVANTAGE - The electronic device has desired characteristics, and can be manufactured at low temperature using a rare-earth iron oxide. The PN junction prevents defect of iron ion or oxygen arising in the rare-earth iron oxide.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of electronic device, which involves forming semiconductor layers (13,14).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of the electronic device.    Glass substrate (11)    Electrode layers (12,15)    Semiconductor layers (13,14)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a guide roller (8) whose diameter in center portion (8a) is smaller than the diameter at the ends (8b) in longitudinal direction. The ends of the roller are made to contact a film substrate (2) and tension rolls (9,10) are contacted with the ends of the substrate in vicinity of the guide roller for providing tensile strength to the substrate in width direction.    USE - Apparatus for manufacturing thin-film laminated structure for thin-film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the tension rolls are contacted with ends of substrate, the deformation of the substrate can be prevented and contamination of the substrate can be suppressed. Hence, generation of wrinkles in the substrate can be suppressed reliably and size of the manufacturing apparatus can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the manufacturing apparatus.    Film substrate (2)    Guide roller (8)    Center portion (8a)    Ends of roller (8b)    Tension rolls (9,10)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a curvature-radius variable roll (1) that conveys a flexible substrate along a longitudinal direction. The tensile strength is provided with respect to flexible substrate by changing the curvature radius partially by axial direction so that the conveyance position of flexible substrate is changed.    USE - Apparatus for controlling conveyance position of substrate for photoelectric conversion element used in solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The flexible substrate can be conveyed efficiently and conveniently with low cost structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the curvature-radius variable roll.    Curvature-radius variable roll (1)    Opening edge unit (1a)    Divided structure unit (2a)    Supply pipe (3)    Support (4)
NOVELTY - The solar panel has several solar units (1) which are rotatably supported with respect to a support plate, and are formed of a film-form solar module attached to transparent plastic. A side upper end portion of the solar unit is connected by a connector bar (3). The solar unit is provided with a rotary mechanism connected with a lower shaft (4) provided with a crank attached to both ends.    USE - Blind type solar panel for use in indoor application.    ADVANTAGE - The power consumption of the blind type solar panel is reduced, and the interior property of the blind type solar panel is enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the blind type solar panel.    Solar unit (1)    Frame board (2)    Connector bar (3)    Lower shaft (4)    Drive device (5)
NOVELTY - Solar cell for light incident along an incident light path comprises: (a) nanowires arranged so that diameters of the nanowires sequentially increase in a first direction along the incident light path; (b) a coating layer formed on the nanowires to form p-n junctions with the nanowires; (c) a first electrode electrically connected to the nanowires; and (d) a second electrode electrically connected to the coating layer.    USE - Used as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The nanowires are arranged so that diameters of the nanowires sequentially increase in a direction along a path of incident light, thus improving efficiency of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of forming nanowires using a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of the solar cell.    First electrode (310)    Second electrode (320)    Nanowires (380)    Coating layer (390)
NOVELTY - A flexible optoelectronic device (200) having inverted electrode structure comprises a flexible plastic substrate having a cathode structure; an n-type oxide semiconductor layer, where n-type oxide semiconductor layer being disposed on cathode structure; an organic layer (230), where organic layer disposed on n-type oxide semiconductor layer; and an anode (260) is electrically connected with organic layer.    USE - As flexible optoelectronic device such as solar cell, light-emitting diode or light sensor (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The flexible optoelectronic device provides higher power conversion efficiency and without rapid performance decay. The flexible optoelectronic devices are unencapsulated and stored under ambient such that data of performance decay with time is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for making a flexible optoelectronic device having inverted electrode structure involving providing a flexible plastic substrate having a cathode structure; forming an n-type oxide semiconductor layer on cathode structure; forming an organic layer on n-type oxide semiconductor layer; and forming an anode on organic layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows sectional view of flexible optoelectronic device.    Flexible optoelectronic device (200)    Flexible plastic substrate (210)    Cathode structure (212)    Organic layer (230)    Anode (260)
NOVELTY - Forming a cross-linked, non-discotic backbone polymer coating on a substrate comprises: (a) coupling a layer of porphyrinic macrocycles to substrate; (b) cross-linking layer of porphyrinic macrocycles to form a layer of cross-linked porphyrinic macrocycles; and (c) coupling a subsequent layer of porphyrinic macrocycles to the layer of cross-linked porphyrinic macrocycles of (b) to form a non-discotic backbone polymer of porphyrinic macrocycles between cross linked layer of (b) and subsequent layer of porphyrinic macrocycles to form a cross-linked, non-discotic backbone polymer coating.    USE - The method is useful for forming cross-linked, non-discotic backbone polymer coating on substrate (claimed); and for producing light harvesting arrays and solar cells.
NOVELTY - Lithium-magnesium-containing trimetallic hydride complexes are new.    USE - For solid-state storage and release of hydrogen. Hydrogen is useful for fuel cells, power systems, or in hydrogen burning engines.    ADVANTAGE - The compounds release hydrogen on heating to yield a solid dehydrogenated compound, to which hydrogen may subsequently be restored to give original hydride by contacting the base compound with hydrogen under suitable conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Lithium-magnesium-containing trimetallic hydride complexes having a compositional formula selected from: AlLi2MgHn, ScLi2MgHn, TiLi2MgHn, VLi2MgHn, CrLi2MgHn, MnLi2MgHn, FeLi2MgHn, CoLi2MgHn, NiLi2MgHn, CuLi2MgHn, ZnLi2MgHn, GaLi2MgHn, GeLi2MgHn, PdLi2MgHn, AgLi2MgHn, CdLi2MgHn, InLi2MgHn, SnLi2MgHn, SbLi2MgHn, PtLi2MgHn, AuLi2MgHn, HgLi2MgHn, TlLi2MgHn, PbLi2MgHn, and BiLi2MgHn, are new.    n=4-7.
NOVELTY - The element (1) has metal silicide layer (3) that is formed on surface of silicon substrate (2) due to diffusion of first metal and silicon, and electrically conductive thin film layer (9) that is formed on second metal thin-film layer-stacked site. A silicon diffused portion (6) is arranged around silicon substrate and between silicide layer and electrically conductive thin film layer. An Schottky interface with silicon substrate is formed and generates photoinduced current, when light is irradiated to silicide layer or electrically conductive thin film layer.    USE - Thin film photoelectric conversion element used for solar cell and high-speed photosensor.    ADVANTAGE - Since the metal silicide layer and electrically conductive thin film layer is formed on the surface of silicon substrate having electroconductivity, the conduction loss of the photo carrier which is induced on the surface can be suppressed. Since the element is of thin type, the element can also be used as surface detection type charge-coupled device (CCD) sensor which can be array-processed. The light of broadband can be detected in outstanding sensitivity characteristic while using the element as an optical detection sensor. Since the photoelectric conversion element and silicon thin film of PN junction are formed into the same film, the thickness of the element can be greatly reduced so that the element can be affixed on the casing of portable equipment and there is no restriction to an attachment place.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of thin film photoelectric conversion element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the thin film photoelectric conversion element.    Thin film photoelectric conversion element (1)    Silicon substrate (2)    Metal silicide layer (3)    Silicon diffused portion (6)    Electrically conductive thin film layer (9)
NOVELTY - A polymerizable monomer has 1,3,5-triazine ring structure (I).    USE - Polymerizable monomer used in high refractive index resin composition (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to coating agent, light guide material, material for charge coupled device, complementary metal oxide semiconductor sensor and photocoupler, condensing coating agent of solar cell, lenticular lens and waveguide, industrial coating material and optoelectronic material.    ADVANTAGE - The polymerizable monomer provides resin with favorable refractive index and transparency even without using heavy atoms or inorganic oxide fine particles. The resin composition enables to form coating film with favorable adhesiveness with respect to inorganic material, excellent solvent resistance, peeling resistance and without dissolution defects.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polymerizable monomer has 1,3,5-triazine ring structure of formula (I).    A=carboxyl-containing group of formula (a);    R1=H or methyl;    T=1-10C alkylene;    R2=O or NH;    B1,B2=group of formula (b), (c) or (d);    R3-R5=1-10C alkyl, aryl or aryloxy;    n1,n3=0-5;and    n2=0-7.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for high refractive index resin composition, which contains (in parts weight) the polymerizable monomer (70-100) and another polymerizable monomer (0-30).
NOVELTY - Selective delivery of material (140) to locations on a substrate (100) comprises locating a mask (110) having an opening (112) over the substrate; and moving a continuous stream deposition device (120) and/or the substrate and the mask such that the deposition device follows a path relative to the mask while discharging a continuous stream comprising the material such that the continuous stream moves over the opening to deposit the material at a discrete location on the substrate, and such that a pattern of the material is different to a pattern of the opening in the mask.    USE - Method for selective delivery of material to locations on a substrate which is a silicon solar cell device precursor using a continuous stream deposition device including continuous flow inkjet device, electrohydrodynamic printing device, or aerosol jet printing device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method can control the size of a deposit on the substrate by using an opening in a mask or a width of a continuous stream to limit one dimension of the deposit and using a width of a continuous stream to limit another dimension of the deposit.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a system to deposit material in locations on a substrate comprising a mask, a continuous stream deposition device, and a transport system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic diagram of a deposition mask.    Substrate (100)    Mask (110)    Opening (112)    Continuous stream deposition device (120)    Material (140)
NOVELTY - A laminated film has layer (A) containing polyimide and layer (B) containing transparent inorganic material. The polyimide contained in layer (A) has nitrogen-containing repeating unit (I). The layer (A) is formed by flow-spreading the solution obtained by mixing dehydration catalyst and imidation agent, on a support. The laminated film has total light transmittance of 80% or more and light transmittance of 60% or more at wavelength of 440 nm. The deformation of the laminated film after heating the film having size of 80 mmx 5 mm at 200 degrees C for 10 minutes is 10 mm or less.    USE - Laminated film is used for printed material, color filter, flexible display, semiconductor component, interlayer insulation film, wiring coating membrane, optical circuit, optical circuit component, hologram, optical component and building material. Uses include but are not limited to liquid crystal display, organic electroluminescent display, electronic paper, solar cell and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The laminated film has excellent transparency, heat resistance and dimensional stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A laminated film has layer (A) containing polyimide and layer (B) containing transparent inorganic material. The polyimide contained in layer (A) has nitrogen-containing repeating unit of formula (I). The layer (A) is formed by flow-spreading the solution obtained by mixing dehydration catalyst and imidation agent, on a support. The laminated film has total light transmittance of 80% or more and light transmittance of 60% or more at wavelength of 440 nm. The deformation of the laminated film after heating the film having size of 80 mmx 5 mm at 200 degrees C for 10 minutes is 10 mm or less.    R1=tetravalent organic group chosen from groups of formulae (i)-(v);    R2=divalent organic group chosen from groups of formulae (vi)-(xv);and    R3=H, halo, alkyl halide or 1-16C alkyl.
NOVELTY - Method of purifying hydrogen, involves subjecting carbon monoxide which remains in hydrogen-containing gas to methanation process in presence of catalyst. The purification method is chosen from (a) adsorption process in which the carbon monoxide is adsorbed to adsorption agent and (b) oxidation process which oxidizes the carbon monoxide.    USE - The method is useful for purifying hydrogen which is used as fuel for fuel cell vehicles.    ADVANTAGE - The method reduces carbon monoxide content in hydrogen. The hydrogen can be purified cost-effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) delivery facility of hydrogen; and    (2) hydrogen station.
NOVELTY - A polyimide film is obtained by reacting tetracarboxylic acid component and diamine component, imidating and heating at 460-550 degrees C. The diamine component contains diamine-containing compound (I).    USE - Polyimide film. Uses include but are not limited to electrical and electronic device, semiconductor device, liquid crystal display device, organic electroluminescent display, electronic paper, solar cell and flexible printed wiring board.    ADVANTAGE - The polyamide film has excellent adhesiveness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyimide film is obtained by reacting tetracarboxylic acid component and diamine component, imidating and heating at 460-550 degrees C. The diamine component contains diamine-containing compound of formula (I).    R=linear or branched 1-4C alkyl;and    n=1-4.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) adhesive agent-laminated polyimide film, which is obtained by laminating an adhesive bond layer on surface(s) of the polyimide film; and    (2) manufacture of polyimide film, which involves flow-spreading solution of polyamic acid on a support, drying, obtaining self-supportive film and heating at 460-550 degrees C.
NOVELTY - A polyimide film is obtained by reacting a tetracarboxylic acid component and a diamine component containing a diamine (I), and surface-treated by spraying water on the surface.    USE - Polyimide film is used for forming adhesive-agent-laminated polyimide films (claimed) used in electric/electronic devices and semiconductor field. Uses include but are not limited to flexible printed circuit board, tape automated bonding, chip on films, metal wiring base materials, integrated circuit chips, LCDs, organic electroluminescent displays, electronic paper, and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polyimide film has excellent adhesiveness with adhesive agent (e.g. epoxy type and acrylic type), and can be manufactured by a simple method with high productivity using less number of processes. The polyimide film provides copper-laminated polyimide films having excellent peeling strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyimide film is obtained by reacting a tetracarboxylic acid component and a diamine component containing a diamine of formula (I), and surface-treated by spraying water on the surface.    R=1-4C linear or branched alkyl;and    n=1-4.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) adhesive-agent-laminated polyimide film formed by laminating an adhesive bond layer to the surface of polyimide film treated by spraying of water; and    (2) manufacture of polyimide film, which involves flow-spreading a solution of polyamic acid obtained by reacting tetracarboxylic acid component and diamine component on a support, drying to obtain a self-supportive film, heating the film to obtain polyimide film, and spraying water on the surface of polyimide film.
NOVELTY - Polymeric compounds, comprising metal-containing repeating units (I) and (II), are new.    USE - The compounds are useful in ink (claimed). The compounds are useful: for preparing semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials; in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, devices and systems for energy conversion, including solar cells; for forming nanoparticles that can be used in various methods to prepare semiconductor materials.    ADVANTAGE - The polymeric compounds: are stable; form a thin, uniform film; have superior processability to form a thin film for making photovoltaic absorber layers and solar cells; have enhanced solubility in organic solvents; avoids additional sulfurization or selenization step when the compounds are used in processes for solar cells; enhance the formation of M1c-E-M1d bonding that is required for chalcogen-containing semiconductor compounds and materials, where M1c is an atom of Groups 3 to 12, M1d is an atom of Group 13, and E is a chalcogen; controls the stoichiometry, structure, and ratios of the atoms in a semiconductor material or layer, in particular, the metal atoms; and prepares semiconductor layers having enhanced uniformity and superior properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Polymeric compounds, comprising metal-containing repeating units of formulae (M1a(ER)(ER)) (I) and (M1b(ER)(ER)) (II), are new.    M1a = Ag;    M1b = In or Ga;    E = S, Se (both preferred) or Te; and    R = alkyl, (hetero)aryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl or inorganic- and organic-ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an ink comprising the above compound and a carrier.
NOVELTY - A piperidine-containing dye (I) is new.    USE - New piperidine-containing dye is used for dye solution for semiconductor fine particles for photoreceptor for laminated material for photoelectric conversion element for photoelectrochemical cell (all claimed), photosensor, copier and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The piperidine-containing dye provides high dye-sensitized-type battery having excellent conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A piperidine-containing dye of formula (I) is new.    X=oxygen, sulfur or CR2(R3);    Y'=dye residue;    n=1 or more;    Z=substituent;    m=0 or positive integer;and    R1-R3=H or substituent.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) dye solution, which consists of piperidine-containing dye (I);    (2) semiconductor fine particles, which contains piperidine-containing dye (I);    (3) photoreceptor, which contains semiconductor fine particles;    (4) laminated material, which has photoreceptor, and a charge-transfer material contiguous to the photoreceptor;    (5) photoelectric conversion element, which has a light reception electrode containing semiconductor fine particles sensitized with the piperidine-containing dye (I); and    (6) photoelectrochemical cell, which has photoelectric conversion element.
NOVELTY - Making a precursor compound comprises: providing monomer compounds (I); and contacting the monomer compounds.    USE - The precursor compound is useful: in ink to prepare semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials; and in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, devices and systems for energy conversion, including solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The precursor compound: is stable and allows control of the stoichiometry of the atoms in the semiconductors, preferably the metal atoms; is chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; and provides semiconductor layers having enhanced uniformity and superior properties. The precursor compound provides solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures, can provide enhanced processability for solar cell production, and has the ability to be processed on a variety of substrates including polymers at relatively low temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making a precursor compound comprising: providing monomer compounds of formulae (Mb1(ER)3), (Mb2(ER)3) and (M1a(ER)); and contacting the monomer compounds.    Mb1, Mb2 = In or Ga;    M1a = Cu;    E = S, Se (both preferred) or Te; and    R = alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl, or inorganic and organic ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the precursor compound made by the process.
NOVELTY - Making a precursor compound, comprises: providing monomer compounds (I); and contacting the monomer compounds.    USE - The precursor compound is useful: in ink to prepare semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials; and in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, devices and systems for energy conversion, including solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The precursor compound: is stable and allows control of the stoichiometry of the atoms in the semiconductors, preferably the metal atoms; is chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; and provides semiconductor layers having enhanced uniformity and superior properties. The precursor compound can prepare the solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures, can provide enhanced processability for solar cell production, and the ability to be processed on a variety of substrates including polymers at relatively low temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making a precursor compound, comprises: providing monomer compounds of formulae (Mb1(ER)3), (Mb2(ER)3) and (M1a(ER)); and contacting the monomer compounds.    Mb1, Mb2 = In or Ga;    M1a = Ag;    E = S, Se (both preferred) or Te; and    R = alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl, or inorganic and organic ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the precursor compound made by the process.
NOVELTY - Making a precursor compound comprises: providing monomer compounds (A); and contacting the monomer compounds.    USE - The precursor compounds are useful: for preparing semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials; in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, devices and systems for energy conversion, including solar cells; and in an ink composition, which is useful for depositing on a substrate.    ADVANTAGE - The precursor compound: forms a thin, uniform film; has enhanced solubility in organic solvents; avoids additional sulfurization or selenization step when the compounds are used in processes for solar cells; enhances the formation of M1c-E-M1d bonding that is required for chalcogen-containing semiconductor compounds and materials, where M1c is an atom of Groups 3 to 12, M1d is an atom of Group 13, and E is a chalcogen; controls the stoichiometry, structure, and ratios of the atoms in a semiconductor material or layer, in particular, the metal atoms; and provides semiconductor layers having enhanced uniformity and superior properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making a precursor compound comprises: providing monomer compounds (A) of formulae (Mb1(ER)3) (I), (Mb2(ER)3) (II), (Mb3(ER)3) (III), (Ma1(ER)) (IV) and (Ma2(ER)) (V); and contacting the monomer compounds; and contacting the monomer compounds.    Mb1 = In;    Mb2 = Ga;    Mb3 = Al;    Ma1, Ma2 = Cu or Ag;    E = S, Se or Te; and    R = alkyl, (hetero)aryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl, or inorganic- and organic-ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the precursor compound obtained by the above process.
NOVELTY - Making a polymeric precursor compound comprises: providing monomer compounds (A); and contacting the monomer compounds.    USE - The precursor compounds are useful: for preparing semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials; in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, devices and systems for energy conversion, including solar cells; and in an ink composition, which is useful for depositing on a substrate.    ADVANTAGE - The precursor compounds: form a thin, uniform film; have enhanced solubility in organic solvents; avoids additional sulfurization or selenization step when the compounds are used in processes for solar cells; enhance the formation of M1c-E-M1d bonding that is required for chalcogen-containing semiconductor compounds and materials, where M1c is an atom of Groups 3 to 12, M1d is an atom of Group 13, and E is a chalcogen; controls the stoichiometry, structure, and ratios of the atoms in a semiconductor material or layer, in particular, the metal atoms; and prepares semiconductor layers having enhanced uniformity and superior properties.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making a polymeric precursor compound comprises: providing monomer compounds (A) of formulae (Mb1(ER)3) (I), (Mb2(ER)3) (II), (Ma1(ER)) (III) and (Ma2(ER)) (IV); and contacting the monomer compounds.    Mb1, Mb2 = In or Ga;    Ma1 = Cu;    Ma2 = Ag;    E = S, Se (both preferred) or Te; and    R = alkyl, (hetero)aryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl, or inorganic and organic ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the above precursor compound obtained by the process.
NOVELTY - Polyester film comprises polycondensation catalyst, magnesium compound (15-35 ppm), potassium compound (5-20 ppm) and phosphorus compound (5-15 ppm). The specific melting resistance of the polyester film at 275 degrees C is 0.15-0.30x 108 ( omega )x cm.    USE - The polyester film is useful for optical and solar cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The polyester film has excellent transparency, dimensional stability, weather resistance, chemical resistance, electrostatic contact property, heat resistance and high clarification degree.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for laminated polyester film, which is obtained by forming modified adhesive layer on at least single surface of the polyester film.
NOVELTY - A coating liquid containing organic indium compound as main component is coated on a substrate (2) and dried to form dry coating film (3). The coating film is subjected to microwave plasma (8) processing in oxygen-containing atmosphere with substrate temperature of 100-300 degrees C, and an electroconductive oxide fine particle layer is formed to obtain transparent conductive film. The electroconductive oxide fine particle layer contains indium oxide and is formed by decomposing the organic component in the organic indium compound in the dry coating film.    USE - Manufacture of transparent conductive film for transparent electroconductive substrate for use in device e.g. light emitting device, electric power generation device, display device, input device (all claimed), solar cell, liquid crystal display, electroluminescent display, plasma display and touch panel.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film has excellent transparency, high electroconductivity, film strength and is manufactured economically by a simple process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of microwave plasma processing method. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate support plate (1)    Substrate (2)    Dry coating film (3)    Microwave guide (4)    Microwave plasma (8)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor contains monomethine compound (I).    USE - Semiconductor e.g. metal oxide semiconductor and metal sulfide semiconductor is used for photoelectric conversion element for solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor provides solar cell having excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A semiconductor contains monomethine compound of formula: Q=CH-A (I).    A=5- or 6-membered aromatic carboxylic ring or heterocyclic ring;    Q=atom group which provides absorbing power to visible region or near-infrared region to compound (I), and has -COOM group bonded directly or through coupling group, and pyrazolone-containing partial structure of formula (a), excluding quaternary nitrogen atom;    M=H or salt formation cation;    R61=alkyl, aryl, heterocyclyl, acylamino, amino, carboxy, alkoxy, aryloxy, alkylthio, arylthio, ureido or alkoxycarbonylamino;and    R62=alkyl, aryl or heterocyclyl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) photoelectric conversion element, which has semiconductor provided on electroconductive support (1); and    (2) solar cell, which has photoelectric conversion element, charge transfer layer (3) and counter electrode (4).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the photoelectric conversion element.    Electroconductive support (1)    Photosensitive layer (2)    Charge transfer layer (3)    Counter electrode (4)
NOVELTY - An electrochemical capacitor has positive electrode layer containing lithium-containing transition metal oxide, electroconductive adjuvant, fibrous carbon and crystalline activated carbon, negative electrode layer containing carbon material which optionally occlude and desorbs lithium ion, electroconductive adjuvant, fibrous carbon and crystalline activated carbon, and organic electrolyte containing lithium salt and quaternary onium salt.    USE - Electrochemical capacitor is used for motor vehicle, electric power generation system and transportation unit (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to fuel cell electric vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle, micro hybrid vehicle, solar energy power generation system, wind generator system, railway, vessel and aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical capacitor has high withstand voltage and energy density, excellent charging and discharging characteristics, and reduced internal resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) positive electrode layer;    (2) manufacture of positive electrode layer;    (3) negative electrode layer; and    (4) manufacture of negative electrode layer.
NOVELTY - A photoelectric conversion element has a buffer layer containing organic compound, and an active layer containing n-type semiconductor having solubility in toluene of 0.5 wt.% or more at 25 degrees C, and electron mobility of 1x 10-6 cm2/Vs or more.    USE - Photoelectric conversion element is used for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion element has high electron mobility, and improves durability of solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A photoelectric conversion element has a buffer layer and an active layer containing n-type semiconductor having solubility in toluene of 0.5 wt.% or more at 25 degrees C, and electron mobility of 1x 10-6 cm2/Vs or more. The buffer layer contains an organic compound of formula: ((R1)m-E)n-R2.    E=electron-accepting group chosen from silyl diyl, oxazole diyl, oxadiazole diyl, thiazolediyl, thiadiazole diyl, diazole diyl, triazolediyl, isoxazole diyl, isothiazolediyl, pyrazine diyl, pyrimidine diyl, pyridazine diyl, pyridine diyl, benzothiadiazole diyl, quinoline diyl, carbonyl, sulfonyl and phosphine oxide, or electron-accepting atom having valency of more than 2 and chosen from silicon and boron;    R1=alkyl, cycloalkyl, heterocyclyl, alkenyl, cycloalkenyl, alkynyl, aromatic group or alkoxy (all optionally substituted);    R2=aromatic hydrocarbyl, aliphatic hydrocarbyl or heterocyclyl (all optionally substituted);and    m,n=1 or more.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for ink containing a polar solvent and phosphorus-containing compound of formula: (R'-P(=O)(-R"))k-R"' and having glass transition temperature of 90 degrees C or more.    R',R"=optionally substituted aromatic group;    k=2 or more;and    R"'=3 or more aromatic ring groups having valency of more than 2.
NOVELTY - A tablet comprises indium oxide sintered compact containing cerium as a dopant, and having relative density of 50-80%. The indium oxide sintered compact has grain size distribution in which 20% or less of crystal grains exhibits maximum peak. The crystal grains are formed in the rupture cross-section of the sintered indium oxide sintered compact.    USE - Tablet is used for vapor deposition for forming transparent conductive film for solar cell, electrode of liquid crystal display element and light receiving element.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film formed using the tablet has high refractive index.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of tablet.
NOVELTY - Hydrogen generator (1) for supplying fuel cells by hydrolysis of reagent (B) comprises tank (2), duct (3) for introducing reagent in closed reaction container (4), and discharge unit (5) for controlled outflow of hydrogen from container which comprises reaction catalyst that can move automatically from first position, in which it is kept partially immersed in reagent to produce hydrogen, to second position, in which catalyst (6) is spaced from reagent in order to interrupt production of hydrogen and vice versa from second to first position.    USE - For supplying fuel cells e.g. electrochemical, endothermic and/or chemical devices by hydrolysis of reagent.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generator has low costs, is relatively simple to provide in practice and safe in application. The automatic movement of the reaction catalyst from first position to second position makes it possible to dose automatically the produced quantity of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a fuel cell connected to a discharge unit (5) for the outflow of hydrogen from a closed reaction container (4).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows schematic front elevation view of hydrogen generator.    Hydrogen generator (1)    Tank (2)    Duct (3)    Reaction container (4)    Discharge unit (5)    Catalyst (6)    Reagent (B)
NOVELTY - A silicon oxide removal apparatus (1) has unit (2) for contacting inert gas discharged from silicon monocrystal manufacturing apparatus (20) with a strong base solution, and unit for neutralizing alkali substance contained in inert gas.    USE - Apparatus is used for removing silicon oxide contained in inert gas discharged from apparatus for manufacturing silicon monocrystal used for semiconductor device and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus efficiently and economically enables removal of silicon oxide contained in inert gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for inert gas recovery apparatus (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of inert gas recovery apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Silicon oxide removal apparatus (1)    Contact unit (2)    Circulation pump (4)    Inert gas recovery apparatus (10)    Silicon monocrystal manufacturing apparatus (20)
NOVELTY - A resinuous property improving agent comprises polymer(s) and functional agent(s) chosen from ultraviolet stabilizer, optical stabilizer and antioxidant.    USE - Agent used in masterbatch and liquid composition used for improving resinuous property and outdoor-exposure physical property of resin component used for solar power generation module (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The agent provides resin component having improved durability and stability with respect to sunlight, water, water vapor, acidic water and alkaline water.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) physical-property improvement method of resin component, which involves reacting the functional agent and the polymer, and bonding the reactive group with the polymer;    (2) masterbatch, which is obtained by mixing resinuous property improving agent with synthetic resin and/or resin wax, and molding the mixture in sheet form or pellet form;    (3) liquid composition, which contains the resinuous property improving agent dispersed or dissolved in a liquid medium containing coating film-forming material;    (4) method for improving outdoor exposure physical property of the resin component used for solar power generation module, which involves adding the resinuous property improving agent to the resin component or coating or affixing the resinuous property improving agent on the surface of the resin material; and    (5) resin component having improved outdoor exposure physical property.
NOVELTY - A photoelectric conversion element consists of a semiconductor layer formed by supporting a pyrimidine-dione derivative (I) as a sensitizing dye (4) on a semiconductor (3), and an electrolyte layer, provided between a pair of opposing electrodes (6).    USE - Photoelectric conversion element is used for solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion element uses a sensitizing dye having excellent light stability. The element has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency, and provides solar cells having excellent optical durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A photoelectric conversion element consists of a semiconductor layer formed by supporting a pyrimidine-dione derivative of formula (I) as a sensitizing dye on a semiconductor, and an electrolyte layer, provided between a pair of opposing electrodes.    Ar=optionally substituted arylene or heterocyclyl;    R1,R2=optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, or heterocyclyl;    R1+R2+Ar=cyclic structure;    R3,R4=H, or optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, or heterocyclyl;    R5=optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, alkoxy, thioalkoxy, seleno alkoxy, amino, aryl, or heterocyclyl, substituted by X;    X=acidic group;and    m=1 or more.    The carbon-carbon double bond is either cis-isomer or trans-isomer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the photoelectric conversion element. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate (1)    Transparent conductive film (2)    Semiconductor (3)    Sensitizing dye (4)    Electrode (6)
NOVELTY - A lithium solar cell has an anode substrate (1), cathode material (2), electron-conductive polymer (3), carbon nanotubes (8), lithium salt (6), ion conductive polymer (7), anode material (5) and cathode substrate (4).    USE - Lithium solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium solar cell has excellent battery performance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of lithium solar cell.    Anode substrate (1)    Cathode material (2)    Electron-conductive polymer (3)    Cathode substrate (4)    Anode material (5)    Lithium salt (6)    Ion conductive polymer (7)    Carbon nanotube (8)
NOVELTY - Paste composition comprises conductive nanometal particles and micro-sized metal particles.    USE - The paste composition is useful for low temperature firing solar cell electrode and manufacturing condensing-type spherical silicone solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The paste composition has excellent flexibility and electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of condensing-type spherical silicone solar cell; and    (2) condensing-type spherical silicone solar cell.
NOVELTY - The panel has a silicon sheet (2) whose lower side is adhered on a printed circuit board (PCB) (4) and upper side is provided with a light transmitting layer (1) made from polyethylene terephthalate material. The PCB is provided with an anode printing line and a cathode printing line connected with anode and cathode of the silicon sheet. The silicon sheet is wedged into an ethylene vinyl acetate adhesive layer (3). The ethylene vinyl acetate adhesive layer is adhered with the PCB and the light transmitting layer.    USE - Solar cell panel.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a packaging technique of a solar cell panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar cell panel.    Light transmitting layer (1)    Silicon sheet (2)    Ethylene vinyl acetate adhesive layer (3)    Printed circuit board (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves depositing silicon nitride antireflection film on a face of a solar cell as a mask. The back of the solar cell is heated with alkali liquor having corrosion time of 2-20 min and temperature of 45-90 degrees C to inactivate the burnishing surface. A dual layer film inactivating layer is deposited on the burnishing surface to form a back inactivating layer. An electrode window is arranged on the back inactivating layer through laser etching or screen printing.    USE - Method for inactivating back of crystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The long wave response and the conversion efficiency of the solar cell can be improved greatly, using the simple method, to reduce the bend of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the process of inactivating back of crystalline silicon solar cell.
NOVELTY - The system has a high temperature and high voltage mixing chamber (4) whose outlet is communicated with an anode inlet of a fuel cell (6). An anode throttle valve (51) is arranged at an anode vent of the fuel cell to control dimethyl ether gas flow rate of a dimethyl ether gas replenishing device (1) entering the fuel cell. A constant current pump (3) is used for controlling a water flow of the fuel cell. Temperature of the high temperature and high voltage mixing chamber is 100-250 degrees centigrade. Pressure of the high temperature and high voltage mixing chamber is 0.05-2.0 MPa.    USE - Anode feeding system for a direct dimethyl ether fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The system can run under the higher temperature and pressure to control the flow rate of the anode dimethyl ether fuel and the water and improve the property of the fuel cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an anode feeding system.    Dimethyl ether gas replenishing device (1)    Constant current pump (3)    High temperature and high voltage mixing chamber (4)    Fuel cell (6)    Anode throttle valve (51)
NOVELTY - The material has a lanthanum strontium cobalt ferrite (LSCF) mixed with samarium doped ceria (SDC) to prepare solid oxide fuel cell cathode material. The SDC mixed in the solid oxide fuel cell cathode material has a weight percentage between 10-40 percentage. The solid oxide fuel cell cathode material has a cathode material that is carried out with pressure treatment process.    USE - Solid oxide fuel cell cathode material.    ADVANTAGE - The material is designed so that performance of the cathode material added with samarium doped ceria (SDC) is apparently improved and performance of the battery having pressure treatment is improved, where ohmic resistance and polarization resistance of the cathode material are apparently decreased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a preparation method for solid oxide fuel cell cathode material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph illustrating a solid oxide fuel cell cathode material.
NOVELTY - The cell has a solar cell part including a front electrode electrically connected to a back contact electrode and front electrode of another solar cell part. A bonding member is positioned between a rear side of the former solar cell part and a rear side of the latter solar cell part, where the bonding member is made of silicon oxide, silicon nitride and/or silicon oxide nitride. A semiconductor layer is made of amorphous silicon. The back contact electrode is connected to the semiconductor layer.    USE - Solar cell for use on a window (claimed) of a building for converting the solar energy into electricity.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell can be efficiently used at night time. The shape of the electrode facing the indoor can be designed by a user while considering the aesthetic appearance of the indoor.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - Composition comprises thermal conductive particle, ethylene copolymer resin and organic peroxide.    USE - The composition is useful as adhesive sheet for manufacturing solar cell (claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for device for manufacturing solar cell.
NOVELTY - A solar cell has a substrate, a back electrode layer formed on the substrate, a light absorption layer containing group VI element formed on the substrate, a buffer layer formed on the light absorption layer, and a front electrode layer formed on the buffer layer.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell having excellent luminous efficiency is economically manufactured by simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has multiple back contact electrode patterns arranged on a substrate, where predetermined gap is provided between back contact electrode patterns. A unit cell is formed on a light absorption layer that is formed on the substrate. A front electrode is inserted within a contact pattern and electrically connected with the back contact electrode patterns. Width of an upper part of the contact pattern is greater than width of a lower part of the contact pattern. Angle between the back contact electrode pattern and the light absorption layer is 45-80 degrees.    USE - Solar cell i.e. copper indium gallium selenide group solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell prevents the generation of void in a domain that is in contact with the back contact electrode pattern. The step coverage of the front electrode is improved, and the constant resistance of the solar cell is reduced, thus improving the electrical characteristic of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a solar cell manufacturing method    (2) a tip comprising a contact part.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has a rear surface electrode layer formed on a substrate. A light absorption layer and a buffer layer are laminated on the rear surface electrode layer. A contact hole exposes a part of the rear surface electrode layer. A high value resistor buffer layer is formed according to a surface of the buffer layer. A front electrode layer is formed on the high value resistor buffer layer that is made of aluminum doped zinc oxide and gallium doped zinc oxide. The front electrode layer and rear contact electrode are connected to a doped region that is made of aluminum, gallium or boron.    USE - Solar cell i.e. PN hetero-junction apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has better productivity, prevents generation of current leakage at a copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) absorber, and has low contact resistance and high work efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has an electrode substrate equipped with an insulating property bonding unit such as insulating adhesive, which mutually connects multiple rear contact electrodes. A light absorption layer is formed on the electrode substrate. The rear contact electrodes are made from molybdenum, aluminum, copper or tin. Width of the insulating property bonding unit ranges between 0.1 and 3 mm. A stepped pulley part is formed in an edge region of one of the rear contact electrodes. The insulating adhesive is selected from epoxy, UV adhesive and thermosetting adhesive.    USE - Solar cell i.e. PN heterojunction apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell avoids need of utilizing a separate substrate, avoids separate patterning process by separating the rear contact electrodes from the insulating property bonding unit, and prevents the short circuit problem of the rear contact electrodes. The solar cell is easy to manufacture. The rear contact electrodes and the insulating property bonding unit are flexible.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has a back surface electrode layer including a strained layer formed on a substrate. A light absorption layer is formed on the back surface electrode layer. A buffer layer, a front electrode layer and grains are grown up on the strained layer of a crystal lattice. The strained layer is a large conductive material than the grains of the back surface electrode layer. A lower part of the back surface electrode layer includes grains which are grown up between the substrate and the strained layer of the crystal lattice.    USE - Solar cell for changing solar energy to power.    ADVANTAGE - The surface of the back surface electrode layer is in contact with the cell, so that portability of flowing current or electric charge and conductivity can be improved, so as to minimize thickness of the back surface electrode layer, thus improving efficiency of the cell. The cell is formed with the strained layer authorizing tensile stress to the back surface electrode layer, so that crystallographic direction of the grains of the back surface electrode layer can be controlled.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a manufacturing method for a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has primary electrode patterns separately arranged on a substrate, and a buffer layer arranged on the substrate. A light absorption layer is arranged on the substrate. An electrode is formed of molybdenum and arranged on the light absorption layer. A connection wiring line is electrically connected with the primary electrode patterns through the buffer layer and the light absorption layer. The electrode patterns are made of a transparent material. The buffer layer is made of cadmium sulfide or intrinsic zinc oxide.    USE - Solar cell for use in a solar power generation module in a commercial building and a dwelling area to convert solar energy into power.    ADVANTAGE - The design of the solar cell enables improving the transmittance property and surface resistance characteristics of the primary electrode patterns. The solar cell is designed such that impurity generation is minimized, and performance of the cell is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has a back contact electrode arranged on a substrate. A light absorption layer is arranged on the back contact electrode. A front electrode is arranged on the light absorption layer. The back contact electrode includes sodium compound. Sodium ion in the sodium compound is 0.01 to 10 atomic weight percent concentration. A buffer layer is formed between the light absorption layer and the back contact electrode by a reaction of the back contact electrode and the compound.    USE - Solar cell for changing solar energy to power.    ADVANTAGE - The cell performs high temperature process to improve grain size of the light absorption layer, so that crystalline can be improved, thus improving electrical efficiency of the light absorption layer. The concentration of the sodium ion diffused to the light absorption layer can be controlled by desired amount, so that electrical property of the cell can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view illustrating a solar cell manufacturing method.
NOVELTY - The structure has a metal support covering a metal support solar battery. An optical window is provided corresponding to a solar battery surface and an upper connection face. A surface electrode of the solar battery is electrically connected with the upper connection face through a combining cushion. A lower connection face at horizontal position is formed corresponding to the bottom electrode of the solar battery. A gap between the solar battery and the metal support is filled with an insulation adhesive. An optical window of the metal support is filled with a transmission material.    USE - Packing structure for a metal support solar battery e.g. monocrystal silicon solar battery, polysilicon solar battery, non-crystal solar battery, thin film solar battery and compound conductor solar battery (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The structure is manufactured at low cost. The thermal-conductivity of the structure is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The insulation adhesive is selected from group consisting of an insulation thermal-conductive adhesive and a thermal-conductive powder mixing insulation adhesive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top perspective view of a metal support solar battery packing structure.
NOVELTY - The module has a polymethylmethacrylate coated around a battery piece group and a back plate and filled between the battery piece group and the back plate. The back plate is prepared by any one of the materials such as tedlar-polyester-tedlar (TPT), thermo plastic elastomer (TPE), bio bamboo fiber (BBF), ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), stiffened glass or Terylene (RTM: synthetic polyester fiber) non-woven fabric with colorful pattern. The battery piece group is provided with multiple battery pieces serially connected and a gathering belt.    USE - Photovoltaic module.    ADVANTAGE - The module is lightweight, and has higher impact resistance, tensile strength and bending strength.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The battery pieces in the battery piece group are single-crystal silicon semiconductor battery pieces, multi-crystal silicon battery pieces, gallium arsenide battery pieces or flexible crystal battery pieces.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a photovoltaic module.
NOVELTY - The module has a solar cell connected to a side of a wavelength conversion layer provided with a wavelength conversion effect. A cover panel comprising an upper cover panel and a lower cover panel is provided for packaging the solar cell and the conversion layer. Multiple package air holes are arranged on the cover panels. Electrodes connected to the solar cell are arranged inside the conversion layer or between the interfaces of the cover panel. An anti-reflection layer is arranged on the cover panel and a reflection layer is arranged the conversion layer.    USE - Optical internal total reflection wavelength conversion solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The light source wavelength having low photoelectric conversion efficiency on the solar cell is converted to useable light source wavelength. The module enables sunlight receiving probability of the solar cell to be increased. The utilization efficiency of the light source is improved and better converting efficiency is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The solar cell is single-side solar cell or two-sided solar cell or combination of multiple solar cell sheets. The cover panel is made of acryl, resin, macromolecular material or composite transparent material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an optical internal total reflection wavelength conversion solar cell module.
NOVELTY - The device has a conveying belt whose surface is provided with exhaust cushion blocks that are provided at four corners of a solar energy battery board. A high temperature cloth is positioned between the exhaust cushion blocks and the conveying belt, where the exhaust cushion blocks are provided at an external side of a long edge of the solar energy battery board. A short edge of the exhaust cushion blocks stretching out of the solar energy battery board is 25-35 mm in length.    USE - Solar energy battery board laminated conveying device.    ADVANTAGE - The exhaust cushion blocks are arranged on the conveying belt, and the pressure on the four corners of the solar energy battery board can be reduced to exhaust the generated gas during laminating process. The device avoids the bubbles being retained in ethylenvinylacetate (EVA) of the solar energy battery board when vacuuming, so that the product quality of the solar energy battery board is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a solar energy battery board laminated conveying device.
NOVELTY - The plate has a laminating machine heating U-groove pipe provided at a lower part, and an S-shaped inner pipe for dissipating heat inside the plate.    USE - Lower box heading plate for a laminating machine of a solar energy photovoltaic battery assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The plate utilizes a plate hanging type radiator circulation technology to improve heating performance. The inner pipe is utilized for dissipating the heat inside the plate, thus achieving better heat uniformity without causing any deformation phenomenon.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a lower box heading plate.
NOVELTY - The device has a motor connected with a heating oil box through a thermal conduction pump, where the heating oil box is connected with an expansion oil box. The thermal conduction pump is provided with oil outlets, and the heating oil box is provided with oil returning holes. A rear heating plate is lower than the expansion oil box.    USE - Heating device for a laminating machine of a solar energy photovoltaic battery assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The oil box uses an air exhaust device that extracts air in a congestion state, so as to prevent explosion due to exceed pressure. The rear heating plate is lower than the expansion oil box, so that the device ensures self circulation function and saves electric energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a heating device.
NOVELTY - The method involves dissolving inorganic salts of lead, cadmium and zinc in methacrylic acid or crylic acid to obtain inorganic salt solution of lead, cadmium and zinc, and dissolving an optical active matter of a polymer solar cell in orthodichlorobenzene or chlorobenzene to obtain a solution of the optical active matter of the cell. Spin coating is performed on mixed solution to obtain a film. The film is treated in hydrogen sulfide or hydrogen selenide atmosphere for 10 to 120 minutes to obtain an optical active layer of the cell doped with inorganic semiconductor nano-crystals.    USE - Method for preparing an optical active layer of a polymer solar cell doped with inorganic semiconductor nano-crystals in a large-scale industrial application.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables preparation of the optical active layer of the polymer solar cell doped with inorganic semiconductor nano-crystals in a simple, controllable and cost effective manner by avoiding the need of physical/chemical nano-crystal preparation process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an optical active layer film for a polymer solar cell doped with inorganic semiconductor nano-crystals.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a method for preparing an optical active layer of a polymer solar cell doped with inorganic semiconductor nano-crystals.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a photoelectric active layer by specified ratio and dimensional interpenetrating network structure of 3-hexyl thiofuran polymer and C60 simple substance, where the mass proportion of the 3-hexyl thiofuran polymer and the C60 simple substance is 1 and 0.8-1 and thickness of the active layer is 50-200nm. The photoelectric active layer is exposed in a saturated steam of chloroform and/or orthodichlorobenzene for about 0.1-20 hours.    USE - Method for processing a photoelectric active layer of a polymer solar battery (claimed) in a large scale industry.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric active layer is formed by specified ratio and dimensional interpenetrating network structure of 3-hexyl thiofuran polymer and C60 simple substance, so as to improve light absorption and carrier transmission performance of the light active layer, and to effectively increase photoelectric conversion of a solar battery. The method processes the photoelectric active layer with high efficiency in a simple technique, low cost and large-area fabrication. The method controls the crystallization degree and appearance of the active layer through the processing time of the solvent steam.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for preparing a polymer solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a photoelectric active layer.
NOVELTY - The converter has a closed cavity body comprising a black body provided with a solar coating for converting solar energy into electrical energy. The black body irradiates the sunlight onto a coating in the cavity body via an opening part of the black body for converting solar energy into heat energy. A rough surface, a fin and groove passage with concave-convex structures are placed inside and outside of the black body. An insulation material is placed outside the black body. Solar photoelectric coating is coated in the black body.    USE - Solar photoelectric converter e.g. groove-type solar photoelectric converter, tower-type solar photoelectric converter and butterfly-type solar photoelectric converter.    ADVANTAGE - The cavity body comprises an opening absorbing sunlight to reduce loss of the sunlight, thus increasing conversion efficiency of the converter. The black body is made of quartz, plastic, metal or glass, so that cost of the converter is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The black body is cylindrical, spherical, conical or polygonal in shape. The converter has a cross section that is paraboloid, composite paraboloid, hyperbolic paraboloid, elliptical, triangular or prismatic, or tower shaped. The black body is made of a non-metal selected from a group consisting of quartz, glass, plastic, and a composite material selected from a group consisting of a metal and non-metal composite material, metal and metal composite material and a non-metal and non-metal composite material. The insulation material is selected from a group consisting of a metal/non-metal material with vacuum layer, sponge, fiber insulation material, polyurethane, polyphenyl, plastic and a nylon insulation material. The coating is selected from a group consisting of a monocrystal line silicon, polysilicon, noncrystalline silicon and film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a solar photoelectric converter.
NOVELTY - The converter has a linear opening formed on a black body piece. A solar photovoltaic transformation coating and a photo-thermal transformation coating are arranged in the piece for transforming solar into heat energy and electric energy. Sun light irradiates on the coatings from the opening for transforming the solar into the heat energy. Multiple linear black body pieces are parallely arranged and located on a same flat plate for forming the converter. The black body piece is a column opened with an open groove.    USE - Flat black body solar photovoltaic and photo-thermal converter e.g. groove type flat black body solar photovoltaic and photo-thermal converter, tower type flat black body solar photovoltaic and photo-thermal converter and butterfly type flat black body solar photovoltaic and photo-thermal converter, for collecting and using middle and high temperature solar.    ADVANTAGE - The converter reduces the reflection, refraction and transmission loss and improves the converting efficiency. The black body piece can be made of the quartz material, plastic, metal, glass and other material, so that the existing low temperature solar photovoltaic and photo-thermal converting technology using the vacuum glass tube can be improved for selecting various materials, thus reducing the cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The shape of the column is cylinder, ball, taper, polyhedron. The black body piece is made of nonmetal such quartz, glass and plastic, and compound material. The black body piece is provided with a column that is selected from a group consisting of cylinder, ball, taper and polyhedron shaped columns. The converter uses insulated material arranged at the external of the black body and selected from the metal or nonmetal material, asbestos, fiber insulated material or insulated cement.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a flat black body solar photovoltaic and photo-thermal converter.
NOVELTY - The device has a solar photoelectric converting layer arranged in a vacuum layer of a vacuum glass tube i.e. cavity blind pipe, for converting solar energy to electric energy. A solar photoelectric converting coating is provided on an inner wall of an outer tube on the vacuum layer of the vacuum glass tube or a surface of an outer wall of an inner tube on the vacuum layer of the vacuum glass tube. A positive electrode electrical conductor and a negative electrode electrical conductor are connected, and a heat exchanger is arranged inside the vacuum glass tube.    USE - Solar photovoltaic generating device for a vacuum glass tube i.e. cavity blind pipe (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The device comprises a heat pipe provided in a cavity of a transmitting device of the vacuum glass tube for achieving the controlling of the temperature of the solar photoelectric converting material, thus improving solar energy converting efficiency of the device in a cost-effective manner. The device comprises a solar mirror provided outside the vacuum glass tube, thus reducing heat wastage of the device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The device comprises the heat exchanger and a glass tube connected via a connecting part that is made of Kovar (RTM: nickel-cobalt ferrous alloy), metal and ceramic. The solar photoelectric converting coating is selected from a group consisting of monocrystalline silicon coating, polycrystalline silicon coating, noncrystalline silicon thin film coating and crystal silicon thin film coating. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar energy photovoltaic generating method for a vacuum glass tube.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a solar photovoltaic generating device.
NOVELTY - The method involves selecting a zinc oxide target with purity not less than ninety five percentage to sputter at a target power density of 0.3-2.0 weight per square cm to prepare a zinc oxide film with thickness of 0.03-0.08 micron on a buffer layer cadmium sulfide. A target containing two weight percent of aluminum oxide is used to sputter at target power density of 1.5-5.0 weight per square cm to prepare an aluminum doped zinc oxide film with the thickness of 0.03-0.08 micron on the zinc oxide film of the substrate.    USE - Method for preparing a window layer of a copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) film solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The substrate is a flexible metal, a polyimide film or a glass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a method for preparing a window layer of a copper indium gallium selenide film solar cell.
NOVELTY - A residue melt in a quartz crucible is heated, a seed is dipped in residue melt in the quartz crucible and grown by Czochralski method. The quartz crucible is drawn from the heater and cooled, to obtain crystals.    USE - Manufacture of crystal used for wafer for solar cell used for electronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The crystal is economically manufactured by simple method, with high yield.
NOVELTY - Lump of metallurgical grade silicon is pulverized to silicon powder, silicon powder is immersed in an acid solution and impurities are removed. The acid-treated silicon powder is molded, plasma-processed, and unidirectional-solidified to obtain silicon ingot.    USE - Manufacture of silicon ingot used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon ingot is easily manufactured with high purity.
NOVELTY - The battery includes insulating layers (2,2') provided in outer sides of positive/negative electrodes. The electrode foils (1,3) are mounted on outer sides of insulating layers. A nonreflective coating is applied on outermost portion of a transparent electrode layer in solar cell. The electrode layer is provided in order to insulate electrode by a transparent insulating layer. A direct current static voltage is supplied to the transparent electrode layer so as to superimpose external superimposition electrostatic field on charging electric fields.    USE - Integrated structure of lithium ion secondary battery and solar cell used in electric vehicle (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The inverse voltage can be applied stably and discharge current can be increased so that speed of electric vehicle can be accelerated quickly. The mobility of ion and electron is improved by superimposition electric field, while decreasing heat energy loss. Hence, electric power generation efficiency and optical conversion efficiency are improved reliably, without increasing charging time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the integrated structure of lithium ion secondary battery and solar cell.    Electrode foils (1,3)    Insulating layers (2,2')    Cathode active material (4)    Separator (5)    Anode active material (7)
NOVELTY - The wire saw has a wire set in contact with a slice base (19) that holds a to-be-processed object. The to-be-processed object and slice base are adhered, for cutting the to-be-processed object, by contacting the wire in the to-be-processed object. An ultrasonic vibrator (23) is joined to slice base.    USE - Wire saw for cutting hard and weak to-be-processed objects using wire, for slice processing of semiconductor ingot, production of solar cell, etc. Uses include but are not limited to hard sapphire single crystal, silicon carbide single crystal, silicon single crystal, gallium arsenide single crystal, and neodymium iron single crystal.    ADVANTAGE - A wire saw that reduces the consumption amount of slurry liquid and wire and ensures cutting of workpiece at high precision can be easily provided. Processing precision of both ends of silicon ingot can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view joined ultrasonic vibrator to slice base.    Slice base (19)    Ultrasonic vibrator (23)
NOVELTY - A substrate treatment apparatus (110) comprises a process chamber (112) providing a reaction region and including a body (112b) and a lid (112a) having openings (114); insulating plates (116) sealing the openings, respectively; antennas (118) over the insulating plates, respectively; a gas injection unit (124) over the lid and the insulating plates; and a substrate holding unit (122) in the reaction region, where a substrate is disposed on the substrate holding unit.    USE - Substrate treatment apparatus for fabricating semiconductor device, display device or thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus can uniformly provide process gases to a reaction region.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a substrate treatment apparatus.    Substrate treatment apparatus (110)    Process chamber (112)    Lid (112a)    Body (112b)    Openings (114)    Insulating plates (116)    Antennas (118)    Substrate holding unit (122)    Gas injection unit (124)
NOVELTY - A hydrogen production apparatus comprises two plates (102A, 102B) including two fin structures; and outlet (106B) and inlet ports (106A) formed in first or second plate. The two plates are assembled with at least fin portion of first plate interleaved with at least portion of fin of second plate.    USE - A hydrogen production apparatus used for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus provides fuel cells with greater efficiency, greater conservation of energy and lower emission of carbon dioxide (CO2).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (A) a method of forming reformer (100) apparatus; and    (B) a hydrogen production system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a perspective view of reformer.    Reformer (100)    First plate (102A)    Second plate (102B)    Inlet port (106A)    Outlet port (106B)
NOVELTY - Method of manufacturing solar cell substrate, involves forming crystal nucleus in bristle glass surface by thermal process, removing crystal nucleus from the bristle glass to form rough surface on the bristle glass, and mixing the bristle glass to solar cell substrate.    USE - The method is useful for manufacturing solar cell substrate (claimed) which is used in electrical device.    ADVANTAGE - The method is cost-effective. The solar cell substrate has excellent light transmission property and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell substrate.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a conveying apparatus (120) to convey metal foil (20) along a curved conveyance path (12). An X-ray irradiator (14) is arranged in conveyance direction of metal foil with respect to a portion where the metal foil is conveyed by bending, for irradiating an X-ray (30) along the conveyance path. An X-ray detector (16) is arranged in the other conveyance direction of the metal foil with respect to the portion where the metal foil is conveyed by bending, for detecting the irradiated X-ray.    USE - Foreign material detection apparatus for manufacturing battery (claimed) e.g. lithium ion secondary battery mounted in motor vehicle e.g. car, hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in metallic lithium secondary battery, nickel hydrogen battery, nickel cadmium battery and electrical double layer capacitor.    ADVANTAGE - Since the x-ray detector which is arranged in the other conveyance direction of the metal foil for detecting X-ray irradiated from X-ray irradiator, the intensity of the X-ray can be reduced, spatial resolution is improved and smaller foreign material can be detected effectively. The foreign material contained in the battery is reduced, hence the quality, performance and the life time of the battery can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a foreign material detection apparatus.    Conveyance path (12)    X-ray irradiator (14)    X-ray detector (16)    Metal foil (20)    Conveying apparatus (120)
NOVELTY - The method involves forging a metal ingot (10) through the application of stress in a z-axial direction and in xy-plane orthogonal to z-axis. The ingot is again forged through the application of stress in directions (c11,c12,c21,c22) which diagonally intersect a direction parallel to z-axial direction. The ingot is heat processed at a temperature greater than recrystallization temperature.    USE - Manufacturing method of sputtering target (claimed) such as aluminum alloy sputtering target for semiconductor device, solar cell, flat panel display (FPD) and electronic device. Can also be used for manufacture of copper, titanium, tantalum, and cobalt alloy sputtering targets.    ADVANTAGE - By forging the ingot in different directions, crystal grain size can be miniaturized and crystal grain can be distributed uniformly. Thus, fine crystallization grain growth can be ensured, and stabilization of crystal orientation can be achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for sputtering target.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the manufacturing process of sputtering target.    Ingot (10)    Parallelepiped ingot (11)    Parallelepiped ingot piece (12)    Axial directions (c11,c12,c21,c22)    Ingot piece (13,14)
NOVELTY - A photoelectric conversion apparatus (10) has conductive layer (A) containing conductive components (a), photosensitization layer (13) formed on the conductive layer (A), conductive layer (B) formed on photosensitization layer (13) and containing conductive components (b), and deviation portion (15) formed on conductive layer (B). The photosensitization layer (13) performs photoelectric conversion by intraband transition process.    USE - Photoelectric conversion apparatus is used for infrared detector, modulator and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion apparatus has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency and detection sensitivity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of photoelectric conversion apparatus.    Photoelectric conversion apparatus (10)    N-type gallium nitride layer (12)    Photosensitive layer (13)    P-type gallium nitride layer (14)    Deviation portion (15)
NOVELTY - A hole block layer is obtained by contacting an aqueous solution containing hydrogen peroxide and titanium (IV) oxysulfate with a surface of a component on which the hole block layer is to be formed, maintaining at 50-120 degrees C such that an amorphous titanium oxide precursor is deposited on the surface of the component, and drying the amorphous titanium oxide precursor deposited on the surface of the component. The hole block layer is provided between an electrode and an organic-semiconductor layer. The electrode and organic-semiconductor layer are electrically connected.    USE - Hole block layer is used for photoelectric conversion element for light-emitting device (both claimed), organic thin-film solar cell and organic electroluminescent element.    ADVANTAGE - The hole block layer economically provides photoelectric conversion element having high quality, stability, photoelectric conversion efficiency and productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A hole block layer is obtained by contacting an aqueous solution containing hydrogen peroxide and titanium (IV) oxysulfate with a surface of a component on which the hole block layer is to be formed, maintaining at 50-120 degrees C such that an amorphous titanium oxide precursor is deposited on the surface of the component, and drying the amorphous titanium oxide precursor deposited on the surface of the component. The hole block layer is provided between an electrode and an organic-semiconductor layer. The electrode and organic-semiconductor layer are electrically connected. The hole block layer suppresses electroconductivity between the electrode and the organic-semiconductor layer by the hole. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the hole block layer;    (2) photoelectric conversion element;    (3) light-emitting device; and    (4) manufacture of the photoelectric conversion element.
NOVELTY - A cooling device (10) comprises a line system (14,22) for a cooling fluid connected to functional system (12) for cooling. A tank (20) of the cooling device for the cooling fluid is fluidically connected to the line system. A preparation unit, particularly an ion exchanger (24) for preparing the cooling fluid is fluidically connected to the line system. The tank comprises a receptacle for preparation unit or an ion exchanger disposed so as to stand in the tank.    USE - Cooling device, preferably fuel cell system used for functional system, particularly motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling device has simple construction with low space and allows easy and reliable treatment of fluid, which is optimal for the function of the fluid, preferably temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a cooling device.    Cooling device (10)    Functional system (12)    Line system (14,22)    Tank (20)    Exchanger (24)
NOVELTY - A lithium secondary battery (10) has a positive electrode (12), a negative electrode (14) and a nonaqueous electrolyte. At least one of positive electrode and negative electrode is an oxide-based electrode capable of performing reaction which reduces oxide of transition metal and produces lithium oxide as electrode reaction accompanying charging/discharging, and its reverse reaction. The nonaqueous electrolyte contains nonaqueous solvent and boric acid ester as anion receptor.    USE - Lithium secondary battery is used as power supply for electric motors mounted in vehicles (claimed) e.g. motor vehicles. Uses include but are not limited to hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The lithium secondary battery has improved charging and discharging characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for additive for electrolyte solution, which contains boric acid ester of formula: B(OR1)3.    R1=1-6C alkyl or 1-6C fluoroalkyl.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of lithium secondary battery.    Lithium secondary battery (10)    Electrode component (11)    Positive electrode (12)    Negative electrode (14)    Battery case (15)    Collectors (122,142)
NOVELTY - Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film is obtained by adhering a coating layer on front and back surface of PET film layer. The coating layer comprises (in %mass): epoxy resin (10-30) with molecular weight of 40000-45000 g/mol, melamine resin (5-10), and remaining epoxy resin with molecular weight of 300-10000 g/mol.    USE - The PET film is useful in solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The PET film has excellent hydrolysis resistance and it replaces expensive fluorine film.
NOVELTY - Polyester film comprises linear oligomers (20-100 mu g/m2) and cyclic trimer (5000 parts/million or less) on at least one surface of polyester film.    USE - The polyester film is useful as structural unit in solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polyester film has excellent stability, long term damp proof, and adhesivity.
NOVELTY - Sheet comprises laminated structure. The laminated structure comprises gas barrier layer containing inorganic oxides with at least one surface of sheet having weather resistance base material which contains ultra high molecular weight polyethylene having molecular weight of one million or more.    USE - The sheet is useful for protecting surface of solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sheet is convenient use has excellent gas barrier property, heat resistance, adhesiveness, weather resistance, durability, impact resistance, transparency and scratch resistance.
NOVELTY - The method involves operating an energy storage (101) with alternating current, and measuring current and voltage at the energy storage. An open-circuit voltage is filtered from the measured voltage by filters (104) e.g. high pass filters and/or band pass filters (105, 106), and an interference signal is filtered from the measured current and voltage by the filters. Amplitude of the alternating current is selected such that a reference value of power loss of the energy storage is achieved. The power loss of the energy storage is determined using the measured current and voltage.    USE - Method for determining power loss of an energy storage e.g. lithium ion battery, supercapacitor, lead acid battery, condenser and fuel cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The power loss of the energy storage is determined using the measured current and the measured voltage in an accurate manner, thus adjusting the test bench, and measuring temperature of the energy storage in an efficient manner, and hence planning the use of the energy storage based on the power loss and the temperature of the energy storage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a method for adjusting a test bench depending on power loss of an energy storage    (2) a device for determining power loss of an energy storage.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of a device for determining power loss of an energy storage.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Energy storage (101)    Test bench (102)    Measuring device (103)    Filters (104)    Band pass filters (105, 106)
NOVELTY - A barrier film has barrier layer(s) containing silicon atom and oxygen atom. The barrier layer has ten-point irregularity height of 90 nm or less. The mean density from the surface of the barrier layer to 20 nm is 2.1-2.3 g/cm3.    USE - Barrier film is used for organic photoelectric conversion element and organic electroluminescent element (both claimed) for solar cell. Can also be used in liquid crystal display element.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent stability and handleability and high barrier property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of barrier film.
NOVELTY - Polyester film comprises cyclic trimer (5000 parts/million or less). The amount of cyclic trimer is 50 mu g/m2 or less.    USE - The polyester film is used for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent long-term damp proof maintenance.
NOVELTY - Polyester film comprises linear oligomer (20-100 mu g/m2) and cyclic trimer (5000 parts/million or less). The amount of cyclic trimer is 50 mu g/m2 or less.    USE - The polyester film is useful as structural unit for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent adhesiveness, stability and long-term damp proof maintenance.
NOVELTY - Adhesive tape comprises resin sheet and adhesion layer. The resin sheet has hydrolysis resistant property and low molecular weight proof material precipitation property.    USE - The adhesive tape is useful for solar cell module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has excellent workability, durability and mechanical strength, weather resistance, heat resistance and electrical insulation properties, and is stable for long period of time and cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module is obtained by fixing photovoltaic cell, sealing material and/or photovoltaic cells with adhesive tape.
NOVELTY - An adhesive tape (20) has a fluororesin layer (21), and an adhesion layer (23) provided on a hydrolysis-resistant low-molecular-weight-material-precipitation-proof-type resin sheet (22).    USE - Adhesive tape is used for fixing photovoltaic cell and sealing material, fixing photovoltaic cell and fixing external connection wire on frame of lead wire for solar cell module (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive tape having excellent weather resistance, heat resistance, electric insulation property, mechanical strength and workability is economically formed. The solar cell module comprising the adhesive tape has excellent water resistance and designability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the adhesive tape.    Adhesive tape (20)    Fluororesin layer (21)    Hydrolysis-resistant low-molecular-weight-material-precipitation-proof-type resin sheet (22)    Adhesion layer (23)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a pair of clamping roller (103) that clamps the upper edge of flexible substrate (1). An urging unit (105) applies pressure to clamping roller through support mechanism (104). A smaller diameter unit (132) is located in the center side of substrate with respect to larger diameter unit (131), such that the rotation direction of clamping roller is same as the conveyance direction of substrate.    USE - Substrate position control apparatus of thin film laminated structure manufacturing apparatus, used for manufacturing thin film laminated structure such as thin film photoelectric conversion element, thin film semiconductor for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the smaller diameter unit is located in the center side of substrate with respect to larger diameter unit, such that the rotation direction of clamping roller is same as the conveyance direction of substrate, the formation of wrinkles and generation of heat during film formation process can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of the substrate position control apparatus.    Substrate (1)    Clamping roller (103)    Support mechanism (104)    Urging unit (105)    Larger diameter unit (131)    Smaller diameter unit (132)
NOVELTY - Polymeric compound (I) comprising metal containing repeating units (1a) and (2a), is new.    USE - (I) is useful in ink (claimed). (I) is useful: to prepare semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices include thin film and band gap materials; in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, and devices and systems for energy conversion including solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I) is stable and allows control of the stoichiometry, structure, and ratios of the atoms in the semiconductors, preferably metal atoms. (I) can provide enhanced control of the uniformity and properties of a semiconductor material. (I) can be prepared at relatively low temperatures, and can provide enhanced processability for solar cell production.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Polymeric compound (I) comprising metal containing repeating units of formulae (M1b(ER)(ER)) (1a) and (M1a(ER)(ER)) (2a), is new.    M1a = Cu or Ag;    M1b = In, Ga or Al;    E = S, Se, or Te, preferably S or Se; and    R = alkyl, (hetero)aryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl or inorganic and organic ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an ink comprising (I) and a carrier.
NOVELTY - Polymeric compound (I) comprising metal containing repeating units, is new.    USE - (I) is useful in ink (claimed). (I) is useful: to prepare semiconductor and optoelectronic materials, and devices including thin film and band gap materials; in photovoltaic applications, transparent conductive materials, devices and systems for energy conversion, including solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I): is stable and allows control of the stoichiometry of the atoms in the semiconductors, preferably the metal atoms; is chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; and provides semiconductor layers having enhanced uniformity and superior properties. (I) can prepare the solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures, can provide enhanced processability for solar cell production, and the ability to be processed on a variety of substrates including polymers at relatively low temperatures.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Polymeric compound (I) comprising metal containing repeating units of formulae (M1b(ER)(ER)) and (M1a(ER)(ER)), is new.    M1a = Cu and/or Ag;    M1b = In or Ga;    E = S, Se or Te, preferably S or Se; and    R = alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, alkenyl, amido, silyl or inorganic and organic ligands.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an ink comprising (I) and a carrier.
NOVELTY - The system (1) has loading chamber (110) for loading substrate at vacuum and atmospheric pressure, and unloading chamber for unloading the substrate. Several processing chambers (310,320) are arranged between the loading and unloading chambers. A buffer chamber (210,220,300) to heat the substrate is comprised of roller arranged between the processing chamber and loading/unloading chambers, to move the substrate from loading chamber to unloading chamber. A sputtering source is set to deposit thin film on substrate.    USE - Sputtering system for deposition of thin film on substrate (both claimed) for manufacture of LCD, plasma display panel, solar cell, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of crack on substrate can be avoided and desired vacuum condition of the loading/unloading chamber can be maintained. The throughput of the sputtering system can be increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the sputtering system.    Sputtering system (1)    Loading chamber (110)    Buffer chamber (210,220,300)    Processing chamber (310,320)    Controller (900)
NOVELTY - Article (I) comprises one or more polymeric precursor compounds for silver-indium-gallium-sulfur/selenium, silver-indium-sulfur/selenium or silver-gallium-sulfur/selenium deposited onto a substrate (10).    USE - (I) is useful in photovoltaic device (claimed) to convert light into electrical energy. (I) is useful for making semiconductor and optoelectronic materials including silver-indium-gallium-sulfur/selenium absorber layers for solar cells, and devices including thin film and band gap materials for photovoltaic applications including devices and systems for energy conversion and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I): is stable; allows a control of the stoichiometry, structure and ratios of atoms in the semiconductors, preferably metal atoms; prepares chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; makes solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures; exhibits enhanced processability to form a thin film for making solar cell; provides enhanced control of the uniformity and properties of a semiconductor material; enhanced solubility in organic solvents; and makes photovoltaic layers, semiconductors, and devices regardless of the morphology, architecture, or manner of fabrication of the semiconductors or devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a deposition system for making (I), comprising a spray apparatus, a printing apparatus, an electrodepositing apparatus, a coating apparatus, a liquid deposition apparatus and/or a spin casting apparatus; and    (2) making (I), comprising (a) providing the polymeric precursor compounds or one or more inks containing the polymeric precursor compounds, (b) providing the substrate and (c) depositing the compounds or inks onto the substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Electrode layer (20)    Absorber layer (30)    Window layer (40)    Transparent conductive layer. (50)
NOVELTY - Hygroscopic transparent film comprises copolymer (A) containing monomer (I) as essential structure monomer.    USE - The hygroscopic transparent film is useful in electroluminescent material and organic thin film solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The hygroscopic transparent film has excellent desiccant capability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Hygroscopic transparent film comprises copolymer (A) containing monomer of formula O(=C)(-C(=CH2)(-CH3))-O-M(-O(R2)(-O)(R1)) (I) as essential structure monomer.    R1,R2=atom or substituent chosen from H (optionally halo), 1-20C linear or branches cyclic alkyl, 6-15C aryl, 3-20C (excluding hydroxy) mono or polyethylene glycol monoalkylether, and 1-20C acryl;and    M=trivalent metal atom.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electroluminescent material obtained by installing the above-cited hygroscopic transparent film and light emitting layer, and sealing the package by hermetic sealing; and    (2) organic thin film solar cell obtained by installing the above-cited hygroscopic transparent film and active layer, and sealing the package by hermetic sealing.
NOVELTY - Polyvinyl acetal composition comprises (in parts mass): polyvinyl acetal (100) and ester plasticizer (0.5-100) or ether type plasticizer (0.5-100). The polyvinyl acetal is amorphous in nature and has melting point of 30 degrees C or less. The ester plasticizer or ether type plasticizer has melting point of 30 degrees C or less and hydroxide value of 15-450 mg potassium hydroxide/g.    USE - The polyvinyl acetal composition is useful for preparing sheet which is used in laminated glass, solar cell module and laminated body (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition has excellent adhesive property. The laminated glass has sound insulation property and high intensity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) sheet comprising the above-mentioned composition; and    (2) laminated body comprising layer of composition containing resin chosen from poly(methacrylic acid), polycarbonate, polyolefin, and the above-mentioned sheet.
NOVELTY - Sealing film comprises ethylene polarity monomer copolymer in terminal of carbodiimide compound containing isocyanate group.    USE - The sealing film is useful for solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sealing film has excellent adhesive property with respect to glass substrate, back surface protection component and silicone electricity generating element. The sealing film suppresses metal corrosion and maintains transparency for long period of time.
NOVELTY - Method of preparing barrier film, involves coating thin film on base material without heating at 140 degrees C or more, drying the coated material at 20-120 degrees C, coating liquid containing at least one of silicon compound on the dried material and laminating the thin film of silicon oxide using reactive gas containing at least one of organosilicon compound and oxygen by plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method.    USE - The method is useful for preparing barrier film for organic photoelectric conversion element (all claimed), display material and plastic substrate such as electronic device, solar cell, organic electroluminescence element and liquid crystal.    ADVANTAGE - The barrier film has excellent barriering ability, stability, handleability and gas barrier property.
NOVELTY - A copper-aluminum alloy powder comprises copper and aluminum. The surface of copper-aluminum alloy powder is covered with oxide film of aluminum having a thickness of 80 nm or less.    USE - Copper-aluminum alloy powder is used for forming wirings, electrodes, and contact components of electronic components e.g. film, tape carrier package, low-temperature baked ceramic multilayer wiring board, plasma display, liquid crystal display, organic electroluminescent display, and crystal silicon solar cell, especially back contact type solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The copper-aluminum alloy powder suppresses increase in electrical resistance of electronic components resulting from oxidation, and suppresses generation of air bubbles in glass or glass ceramics, and provides copper wiring materials having excellent migration resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of copper-aluminum alloy powder;    (2) copper-aluminum alloy paste containing the copper-aluminum alloy powder, glass, solvent, and binder; and    (3) electronic component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of double-sided electrode crystal silicon type solar cell element.    Semiconductor substrate (130)    Diffused layer (131)    Reflection prevention layer (132)    Light-receiving surface electrode (133)    Current collection electrode (134)
NOVELTY - The packaging material consists of a multilayer film formed by laminating a substrate layer (11), an adhesive layer (13), a metal foil layer (12), an acid-modified polyolefin layer (14), and a heat-bondable resin layer (15). The substrate layer comprises a stretched polyester film (11b) and a stretched nylon film (11e). A printed identification mark layer (11c) is formed on the stretched nylon film side surface of the stretched polyester film.    USE - Packaging material for electrochemical cells such as lithium ion battery, lithium-polymer battery, fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the printed identification mark layer that can be recognized from the outside and that is difficult to forge is formed on the stretched nylon film side surface of the stretched polyester film, the truthness of the packaging material can be identified. The fall of adhesive strength of substrate layer and metal foil layer is suppressed, and predetermined adhesive strength can be maintained. The peeling of substrate layer and metal foil layer can be prevented with heat at the time of sealing process after molding, and the generation of float and wrinkles can be suppressed when molding the packaging material by press molding etc. The damage of the packaging material for electrochemical cell and whitening can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the packaging material.    Substrate layer (11)    Stretched polyester film (11b)    Printed layer (11c)    Stretched nylon film (11e)    Metal foil layer (12)    Adhesive layer (13)    Acid-modified polyolefin layer (14)    Heat-bondable resin layer (15)
NOVELTY - Forming aggregate particles of first nanomaterial is performed by forming aerosol droplets of a dispersion comprising first nanomaterial in liquid; and removing the liquid from the droplets to form aggregate particles of the first nanomaterial.    USE - Method for forming aggregate particles of nanomaterial for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides compositions and structures of aggregate particles which are precisely size and/or shape controlled to optimize end-use performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for forming a layer of aggregate particles comprising depositing aggregate particles on a substrate to provide a first aggregate layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a perspective view of an experimental set-up of an electrospray apparatus.    Set-up (100)    Syringe (102)    Computer (104)    Power supply (106)    Substrate (108)
NOVELTY - Chalcogen compound powder comprises copper-indium-gallium-selenium-sulfur complex (I). The chalcogen compound powder has average particle diameter of 1-80 nm, and contains 5 %mass or less of carbon.    USE - Chalcogen compound powder is used for manufacture of chalcogen compound paste (claimed) used for forming light absorption layer of thin film solar cell, fluorescent substance and electrode film for Peltier devices.    ADVANTAGE - The chalcogen compound powder has excellent favorable electrical resistance, and is safe and economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Chalcogen compound powder comprises copper-indium-gallium-selenium-sulfur complex of formula: CuaInbGa1-bSecSd (I), where a is 0.65-1.2, b is 0-1, and c+d is 1.9-2.4. The chalcogen compound powder has average particle diameter of 1-80 nm, and contains 5 %mass or less of carbon. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) chalcogen compound paste, which comprises chalcogen compound powder and dispersion medium;    (2) manufacture of chalcogen compound powder, which involves mixing a metal source containing copper and indium, selenium or selenium compound, and a solvent having boiling point of 250 degrees C or less, and heating obtained mixed solvent at 220-500 degrees C; and    (3) manufacture of chalcogen compound paste.
NOVELTY - Article (I) comprises: a substrate; and a benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate, with the benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate by a bond to a surface attachment group having a bond directly or through a linker to the 2 position of an azolo group.    USE - (I) is useful as an electrochromic display, a molecular capacitor, a battery, a solar cell, and a molecular memory device (all claimed).    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Article (I) comprises: either a substrate, and a benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate with the benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate by a bond to a surface attachment group having a bond directly or through a linker to the 2 position of an azolo group; or a substrate, and a polymer bound to the substrate, where the polymer comprises covalently joined monomeric units, each of the monomeric units comprises a sandwich coordination compound, with each of the monomeric units containing at least one benzazoloporphyrazine, and with each of the benzazoloporphyrazines covalently joined to a benzazoloporphyrazine of an adjacent monomeric unit by a bond to a surface attachment group.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has a primary conductivity type positioned in a substrate (110) and a secondary electrode positioned on a primary electrode. An emitter part (120) is provided with a secondary conductivity type and electrically connected with the primary electrode. A protective film (191) is positioned and electrically connected with the substrate. The protective film is made of silicide material such as titanium disilicide, cobalt disilicide, nickel disilicide, tungsten disilicide, zirconium disilicide, platinum disilicide, iridium disilicide and tantalum disilicide.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell provides reduced manufacturing process, manufacturing time and thickness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.    Substrate (110)    Emitter part (120)    Protective film (191)
NOVELTY - The cell has a back contact electrode whose conductive layer (155) is positioned on a front electrode that is electrically connected with a first conductivity type emitter part, where the cell is made of nickel silicide. Multiple island-type protection elements (191) are positioned at an upper part of a second conductivity type substrate (110), and are made of silicide material such as titanium disilicide, cobalt silicide and cobalt silicon. Multiple island-type protection elements and the former electrode are positioned opposite to each other. A metal layer is made of titanium.    USE - Solar cell for producing power from solar energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell can be manufactured in a simple and rapid manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing of a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.    Substrate (110)    Conductive layer of back contact electrode (155)    Collecting part of back contact electrode (162)    Back surface part (171)    Island-type protection elements (191)
NOVELTY - The cell has a back contact electrode formed on a substrate, and a nitride semiconductor layer formed on the back contact electrode. A light absorption layer is formed on the nitride semiconductor layer, and a front electrode is formed on the light absorption layer. Multiple protrusions are formed on the nitride semiconductor layer. The nitride semiconductor layer is made of material selected from a group consisting of gallium nitride, aluminum nitride, aluminum gallium nitride, indium gallium nitride, aluminum gallium and indium nitride.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The nitride semiconductor layer is formed in the lower part of the light absorption layer so that optical absorption rate of the light absorption layer can be improved. The protrusions are formed on the surface of the nitride semiconductor layer so that reflectivity to the light absorption layer is raised, and light efficiency of the cell can be improved. The light absorption layer has reduced thickness so that material cost can be saved, and productivity can be improved. The nitride semiconductor layer is formed with a p-type impurity doped nitride film so that interfacial property of the light absorption layer is excellent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves irradiating laser such as continuous (CW) laser or pulse laser, about a domain part, and forming a reflection barrier layer (104) on an emitter layer (102). A passivation layer (108) is formed in a rear side of a semiconductor substrate where the passivation layer is made of dielectric material such as silicon nitride, silicon oxide, alumina and intrinsic material. A boron thin film (110) is formed on the passivation layer, and an aluminum foil (112) is formed on the boron thin film.    USE - Method for forming a back contact electrode in a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables reduction in bending of a solar cell board in high temperature annealing, and improvement in efficiency of the solar cell by reducing reduction and constant resistance of back side recombination probability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a back contact electrode formation method. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Emitter layer (102)    Reflection barrier layer (104)    Passivation layer (108)    Boron thin film (110)    Aluminum foil (112)
NOVELTY - The method involves etching grains on a p-shaped electrically-conductive backing plate. Thermal diffusion is formed on the backing plate by coating sizing agent containing n-shaped impurities or directly forming an n-shaped diffusion layer by gas phase diffusion. A pattern shaped electrode is formed on the backing plate with the n-shaped diffusion layer. An n-shaped diffusion covered by electrodes is embedded with an n-shaped diffusion concentration higher than the n-shaped diffusion concentration of an n-shaped layer, which is not covered by electrodes.    USE - Method for producing selective emitter solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The high concentration diffusion layers formed below the electrode reduces the contacting resistance effectively. The translucent areas formed with diffusion layers of low concentration suppresses the recombination of the surface, thus increasing transferring efficiency of the solar cell and saving a film production, production cost and cleaning step.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a selective emitter solar cell.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves growing of aluminum xenon gallium1-xenon arsenic on a germanium or gallium arsenic substrate as a sacrifice layer in an epitaxial manner. Bottom of an indium gallium phosphorus sub-cell is grown epitaxially on the sacrifice layer. An ohmic electrode is formed on top part of an indium gallium arsenic sub-cell and adhered to the sub-cell on a light substrate with thermal radiating property. The sacrifice layer is etched through hydrofluoric acid, and the germanium or gallium arsenic substrate is naturally stripped to obtain the three-junction film solar cell.    USE - Preparation method for an indium gallium phosphorus/gallium arsenic/indium gallium arsenic three-junction film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables using new substrate with low price, low density and better thermal radiating property to replace the expensive germanium or gallium arsenic substrate that are used for preparing component, and avoids repeated use of the germanium or gallium arsenic substrate, thus reducing production cost of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a preparation method for indium gallium phosphorus/gallium arsenic/indium gallium arsenic three-junction film solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves spin coating a poly 3, 4- ethylidene dioxo thiophene doped polystyrolsulfon acid solution on an indium tin oxide conducting anode. A poly 3, 4- ethylidene dioxo thiophene doped polystyrolsulfon acid layer is obtained after drying. A photoelectric active coating is arranged on the acid layer. The conducting anode is put in mixed gas of hydrogen sulfide, hydrochloric acid and water and analyzed for about 10 to 200 minutes, where volume ratio of the hydrogen sulfide, hydrochloric acid and water is in specified range.    USE - Indium tin oxide anode surface modifying method for a polymer solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method can generate an indium sulfide layer with thin thickness and low roughness on the conducting anode indium tin oxide surface, so that the modified layer has high work function. The method can improve open-circuit voltage of the polymer solar cell, so as to improve photoelectric conversion efficiency of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an indium tin oxide anode surface.
NOVELTY - The cell has a substrate layer provided with a transparent conductive oxide layer. A solar battery module is arranged between a back electrode layer and the transparent conductive oxide layer and provided with a copper indium gallium selenium positive-negative juncture layer and an amorphous silicon positive-intrinsic-negative juncture layer. A heavy doped negative layer is arranged between a negative type copper indium gallium selenium buffer layer of the positive-negative juncture layer and a positive type amorphous silicon layer of the positive-intrinsic-negative juncture layer.    USE - Thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The thin and heavy doped positive layer and negative layer are respectively arranged out of the positive type amorphous silicon layer and negative type amorphous silicon layer of the amorphous silicon juncture layer for strengthening the electric field strength in the intrinsic type amorphous silicon layer and raising the power of the solar battery. The power generated by the cell is raised by 1.5 percentage. The cell has high reliability and low manufacturing cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a thin film solar cell.
NOVELTY - The battery has a solar battery module provided between a back electrode layer and a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) layer. A heavy doping P+ layer is provided between a P copper indium gallium selenium film layer of a copper indium gallium selenium P-N layer and the electrode layer. A heavy doping N+ layer is provided between an N copper indium gallium selenium buffer layer of the copper indium gallium selenium P-N layer and a P noncrystalline silicon layer of a noncrystalline silicon P-I-N layer. An N noncrystalline silicon layer of the P-I-N layer is arranged adjacent to the TCO layer.    USE - Solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The copper indium gallium selenium P-N layer can completely absorb near-infrared spectrum energy, so that power generation efficiency of the battery is improved. The heavy doping N+ layer and the heavy doping P+ layer strengthen drift velocity and turn volume of a carrier in a photovoltaic assembly to increase power generation of the battery by greater than 1.5 percent. The battery has high reliability, and can be manufactured at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a solar battery.
NOVELTY - The method involves selecting a heavily doped gallium arsenic single wafer as a substrate. A negative type gallium arsenic layer and an intrinsic gallium arsenic buffer layer are sequentially grown on the substrate. Multiple periodic quantum dot structures are grown on the intrinsic gallium arsenic buffer layer as absorption layers of a battery. An upper metal electrode is grown on a zinc sulfur/magnesium fluoride layer. A lower metal electrode is formed on a lower surface of the substrate. A battery assembly is packed to finish the production of a solar cell.    USE - Method for manufacturing an indium arsenic quantum dot solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a method for manufacturing an indium arsenic quantum dot solar cell.
NOVELTY - The cell has a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) layer arranged on a substrate layer and a solar cell mold set. A dual node P-n/P-I-N layer of the solar cell mold set comprises a copper indium gallium selenium P-N node layer and a noncrystalline silicon P-I-N node layer arranged adjacent to each other. A heavy doped P+ layer is arranged between a P-type copper indium gallium selenium film layer and a back electrode layer. A heavy doped N+ layer is arranged between an N-type noncrystalline silicon layer of a dual node layer and the TCO layer.    USE - Film photovoltaic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The copper indium gallium selenium P-N node layer fully absorbs infrared light spectrum energy, so that power generation efficiency of the cell is increased by about 1.5 percent. The heavy doped N+ layer is arranged between the dual node layer N-type noncrystalline silicon layer and the TCO layer, so that driftage speed and flow pass amount of a carrier in the photovoltaic component are increased. The cell has high reliability, and can be manufactured at low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a film photovoltaic solar cell.
NOVELTY - The apparatus (40) comprises a plasma electrode (30) which includes a main electrode section (21) that is provided with a process gas introduction hole (21a). A gas shower plate section (23) is attached to the end portion of the main electrode section, to form a gas diffusion space. A gas diffusion plate (25) has several gas distribution holes for distributing the process gas and several heat transfer pillar sections (27) which thermally connect the gas shower plate section and the main electrode section.    USE - Plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) apparatus used during formation of semiconductor film such as amorphous silicon thin film and microcrystal silicon thin film for film silicon solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The diameter of heat transfer pillar portion is enlarged, number of heat transfer pillar portions is increased, uniformity of the generated plasma is maintained and the cooling capability of plasma electrode is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of semiconductor film using plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of the plasma CVD apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Main electrode section (21)    Gas introduction hole (21a)    Gas shower plate section (23)    Gas diffusion plate (25)    Heat transfer pillar section (27)    Plasma electrode (30)    Plasma CVD apparatus (40)
NOVELTY - The structure has directly adjacent individual layers (1A-1C) that are arranged adjoining one another and are connected to one another. The directly adjacent individual layers have layer section (2A1) whose openings (3) are arranged in form of pattern (4) respectively regular in two dimensions (Dl,D2). The openings of layer sections are rotated relative to one another in overlap region (5).    USE - Channel structure integrated into bioreactor, biochemical reactor, chemical reactor, reformer of electrochemical cell such as fuel cell, accumulator of battery and heat exchanger (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The channels can be made as desired in the respective degree of offset within the framework of the channel structure and can be separated from one another in a liquid-tight and/or gas-tight manner in a very small space. Individual channels of the channel structure can be combined and separated from one another again as desired. The channel structures can be formed in the same workstep beside the usual positional marks of the screen printing and of stack markings for multilayer structures, which saves additional processing steps for the structuring. Thus, channel structures can be realized fast and with high precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic views of the channel structure.    Individual layers (1A-1C)    Layer section (2A1)    Opening (3)    Pattern (4)    Overlap region (5)    Dimensions (D1,D2)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a transparent electrode layer (2) by coating transparent electrode layer material to the substrate (1) or photoelectric converting layer (3). The pressurization processing of transparent electrode layer is carried out by semi-drying of electrode layer material, using several rolls in outer peripheral surface to form predetermined uneven shape in the surface of electrode layer. Then the transparent electrode layer formed of uneven shape is dried.    USE - Method of manufacturing photoelectric conversion apparatus (claimed) e.g. tandem type silicon system solar cell. Can also be used in crystalline silicon solar battery, silicon germanium solar cell and triple type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion apparatus with high electric power generation efficiency is manufactured reliably at low cost, by providing uneven shape accurately to the surface of transparent electrode layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the photoelectric conversion apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate (1)    Transparent electrode layer (2)    Photoelectric converting layer (3)    Back surface electrode layer (4)    Intermediate contact layer (5)
NOVELTY - The vacuum processing apparatus (1) has power supply (5) that supplies high frequency electric power to discharge chamber (2) through coaxial lines (4A,4B). Each coaxial line is provided with inner and outer conductors respectively. The converter (3A,3B) are arranged adjacent sides of discharge chamber. Each converter is provided with ridge sections (31) that are electrically connected with an inner conductor (41) and an outer conductor (42) of coaxial lines respectively.    USE - Vacuum processing apparatus e.g. chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processing apparatus for forming silicon thin film used during manufacture of amorphous solar cell, microcrystal solar cell and thin film transistor used in LCD. Can also be used in plasma etching processing apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Since ridge sections are electrically connected with inner conductor and outer conductor of coaxial lines respectively, the thin film can be manufactured easily and uniformly by attaining increase in efficiency of energy transmission in plasma generation area and equalization of electric field strength distribution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of vacuum processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vacuum processing apparatus (1)    Discharge chamber (2)    Converters (3A,3B)    Coaxial lines (4A,4B)    Power supply (5)    Ridge section (31)    Inner conductor (41)    Outer conductor (42)
NOVELTY - A texture is formed on a surface of a substrate (2) using gases comprising chlorine gas and oxygen-based gas by setting deposition of silica generated during etching of substrate as self mask, within a vacuum processing chamber (1).    USE - Formation of texture on substrate used for crystal-type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The fine texture is economically formed by simple method, without using resist as mask.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for forming texture.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the apparatus for forming the texture.    Vacuum processing chamber (1)    Substrate (2)    Shower plate (5)    Oxygen gas supply apparatus (7)    Gaseous chlorine supply apparatus (8)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an implant-proof board (4) that expands and contracts in a direction that intersects the longitudinal direction of discharge electrode (3), and covers the circumference of discharge electrode. A coaxial shield (12S) is electrically connected with the implant-proof board, such that the coaxial cable is moved relatively with respect to the elongation directions of the implant-proof board and the discharge electrode.    USE - Vacuum processing apparatus such as film making apparatus for forming thin film on substrate such as thin film transistor (TFT) substrate for manufacture of LCD, solar cell, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the coaxial cable is moved relatively with respect to the elongation direction of the implant-proof board, the stable electrical connection is maintained, even if the relative position of coaxial shield and the board is displaced by the differential thermal expansion.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of film making apparatus.    Counter electrode (2)    Discharge electrode (3)    Implant-proof board (4)    Substrate (8)    Coaxial shield (12S)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a gas supply section (108) that supplies the film-forming gas to a film formation chamber (101). The high frequency oscillators (112,116) extract an oscillation signal having amplitude more than predetermined amplitude, from oscillation signals generated by driving oscillation element made of quartz crystal and ceramic. The high frequency amplifiers (111,115) generate a pulse-form high frequency voltage, by amplifying the extracted oscillation signal.    USE - Film forming apparatus e.g. plasma chemical vapor deposition apparatus for manufacturing microcrystal silicon thin film for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - By extracting and amplifying the oscillation signal having amplitude more than the predetermined amplitude, the pulse-form high frequency voltage is generated and provided to the plasma electrode even at the unstable oscillation state of oscillation element.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for thin film manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the film forming apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Film formation chamber (101)    Stage (102)    Gas supply section (108)    High frequency amplifiers (111,115)    High frequency oscillators (112,116)
NOVELTY - The solar cell has n-type and p-type regions (3,4) that are formed in a non-light-receiving surface side of a conductivity type semiconductor substrate. The n-type and p-type electrodes (6,7) are respectively connected with the n-type and p-type regions. A passivation film (8) is formed in the light-receiving surface side of the semiconductor substrate. A transparent conductive film (9) formed on the passivation film and is extended at the side of the semiconductor substrate. The transparent conductive film is electrically connected with n-type electrode.    USE - Back junction type solar cell for solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film is extended and formed in semiconductor substrate side and electrically connected with n-type electrode such that the floating electric potential of the light-receiving surface is eliminated and the characteristic of the light-receiving surface can be stabilized.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    N-type region (3)    P-type region (4)    N-type electrode (6)    P-type electrode (7)    Passivation film (8)    Transparent conductive film (9)
NOVELTY - The method involves carrying out etching process with respect to the substrate electrode mounted on the substrate arranged in a vacuum processing chamber (1). The damage layer produced at the time of slicing surface of the substrate in the vacuum processing chamber is removed and texture is formed on the surface of the substrate by introducing process gas.    USE - Dry etching processing method of substrate used in manufacture of crystal system solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Damage layer produced at the time of slicing surface of the substrate in the vacuum processing chamber is removed so that texture is formed on the surface of the substrate by introducing process gas. Productivity and through put are improved by performing etching process continuously and the generation of waste liquid during etching can be reduced. Simple structure and continuous series of process are achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for dry etching processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic sectional view of dry etching process apparatus.    Vacuum processing chamber (1)    Silicon substrate (2)    Shower plate (5)    Vacuum pumping system (6)    Process gas supply apparatus (7)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a high frequency electrode (320) which is provided with a hollow portion (325). A primary opening (321a) provided in the high frequency electrode connects the space (502) located in the surrounding of high frequency electrode to the hollow portion. A secondary opening (321b) is provided in the back surface of the high frequency electrode. The secondary opening connects the hollow portion to the space (504) between the high frequency electrode and the back element (210).    USE - Plasma processing apparatus for processing to-be-processed object such as substrate used for manufacture of solar cell (all claimed) and manufacture of semiconductor device.    ADVANTAGE - Even if the space between the high frequency electrode and back element is narrow, the fall of exhaust gas efficiency is suppressed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for plasma processing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the plasma processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Back element (210)    High frequency electrode (320)    Primary opening (321a)    Secondary opening (321b)    Hollow portion (325)    Spaces (502,504)
NOVELTY - The solar cell (1) has a transparent substrate (2) made of plastic and an active layer (3) superimposed on the substrate. The substrate is manufactured by injection molding. The substrate has an optically structured surface (10,13), which is molded by injection molding. The solar cell has one or multiple active layers from the group of amorphous or polycrystalline silicon thin layers, semiconductor layers, thin layers or organic photoactive layers.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has a transparent substrate made of plastic and an active layer superimposed on the substrate, where the substrate is manufactured by injection molding, and the substrate has an optically structured surface, which is molded by injection molding, and hence ensures simple and cost effective manufacturing, high efficiency and high life span of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross sectional view of a solar cell.    Solar cell (1)    Substrate (2)    Active layer (3)    Electrode (6)    Optically structured surfaces (10,13)
NOVELTY - The method involves generating a recess for the front contact in the front side (12) of a silicon wafer (11). A paste is introduced into the depression after generating a front-sided n-doped silicon layer (16) and applying an antireflection coating. The paste contains electrically conductive metal particles and corrosive glass frit. The paste is etched after a temporary heating and is tempered by the anti-reflection layer for n-doped silicon layer and is contacted electrically.    USE - Method for manufacturing a front-sided emitter-electrode as front contact for a crystalline silicon solar cell (Claimed) on a silicon wafer.    ADVANTAGE - The paste is introduced into the depression after generating a front-sided n-doped silicon layer and applying an antireflection coating, and hence increases the efficiency of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a processing step of a silicon wafer to produce a front contact.    Silicon wafer (11)    Front side (12)    Silicon layer (16)    Anti-reflection layer (17)    Front contact metal (21)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a planar semiconductor substrate (2) with two sides opposite to each other and a surface normal (5) perpendicular to the sides. A passivation layer (19) is applied on the latter side and the holes (11) are introduced in the semiconductor-substrate by a fluidic radiation-guided laser. The contact-structures are manufactured in electrical contact with the semiconductor substrate.    USE - Method for manufacturing a semiconductor component, particularly an emitter-wrap-through solar cell (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method involves providing a planar semiconductor substrate with two sides opposite to each other and a surface normal perpendicular to the sides, where a passivation layer is applied on the latter side and the holes are introduced in the semiconductor-substrate by a fluidic radiation-guided laser, and hence ensures simple and cost effective manufacturing of the semiconductor component.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an emitter-wrap-through solar cell with a metallization.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic representation of a semiconductor component manufacturing method.    Semiconductor substrate (2)    Solar cell front side (3)    Surface normal (5)    Holes (11)    Passivation layer (19)
NOVELTY - Raw material powder is dispersed to a liquid medium, and obtained slurry is spray-dried to form granulated powder. The formed granulated powder is pressurized under pressure of 50-200 MPa, and obtained pressurized powder is crushed to obtain powder (A) having tap density of 25-45%. The obtained powder (A) is pressurized in a metal mold to obtain specified-shaped molded product, and obtained molded product is baked to obtain oxide sintered tablet.    USE - Manufacture of oxide sintered tablet. Uses include but are not limited to oxide transparent conductive film for solar cell, electrode for liquid-crystal surface element, heat wire reflecting film, antistatic film, frozen showcase, motor-vehicle components and window glass of buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides oxide sintered tablet having excellent crack resistance, yield, and productivity.
NOVELTY - An unprocessed glass containing lithium oxide and sodium oxide is immersed in a molten salt (20) comprising lithium ion, and subjected to ion-exchange treatment (i). The unprocessed glass is immersed in molten salt (22) comprising sodium ion and potassium ion, and subjected to ion exchange treatment (ii), to obtain ion-exchange-treated glass. The lithium ion concentration (ppm) in molten salt (20) is more than the lithium ion concentration (ppm) in molten salt (22).    USE - Manufacture of ion-exchange-treated glass used for manufacturing chemically-strengthened glass used as cover glass for display of mobile telephone (all claimed), solar cell and touch-panel display, and glass optical component.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides glass component having excellent mechanical strength, impact resistance and surface flaw resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of chemically-strengthened glass;    (2) chemically-strengthened glass; and    (3) ion-exchange processing apparatus (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of the ion-exchange processing apparatus.    Ion-exchange processing apparatus (1)    Ion-exchange processing tanks (10,12)    Molten salts (20,22)
NOVELTY - A fire-resistant filler powder comprises doped transition metal oxide (1 %mass or more).    USE - Fire-resistant filler powder is used for sealing material for sealing organic electroluminescent device and solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fire-resistant filler powder provides organic electroluminescent device having excellent airtightness and reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for sealing material, which contains glass powder and fire-resistant filler powder.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has several clamping rollers (31,32) which clamp an upper edge portion of substrate (1). A support mechanism (30) supports so that clamping rollers are rotated. An urging mechanism such as spring (37) provides applied pressure to rollers through support mechanism. The roller has small diameter portion and large diameter portion that is located in edge and center of substrate in width direction and surrounding surface that is inclined with respect to axial direction. The rotation direction of roller is turned into conveyance direction (F) of substrate.    USE - Apparatus for manufacturing thin film laminated structure such as semiconductor thin film e.g. organic electroluminescent (EL) element for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The climbing power of roller is provided to upper edge of substrate, so that the substrate is guided while conveying the substrate with clamping roller. The heating wrinkles of substrate are suppressed effectively, so that favorable film forming process is obtained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the upper side extension unit.    Substrate (1)    Support mechanism (30)    Clamping rollers (31,32)    Spring (37)    Conveyance direction of substrate (F)
NOVELTY - An active silicon layer (30) is formed on front contact layer (20) on glass plate, and back contact layer (40) is formed on silicon layer. Connection is formed between contact layers by forming conductive paths (50) on silicon layer for connecting semiconductor devices. Conductive paths are formed by process chosen from melting, mixing, reacting process of components of silicon and adjacent layers, activating process of component of silicon and adjacent layers, diffusing process of components, and removal process of contact layers or silicon layer.    USE - Method for manufacturing semiconductor device module e.g. thin film solar cell module (both claimed) of substrate type and superstrate type for electronic calculator, remote area power system, earth-orbiting satellites and space probes, remote radiotelephones, and water pumping application. Can also be used in production of LCD, thin-film-transistor (TFT) display, and organic-LED (OLED).    ADVANTAGE - Since the connection between the contacts is formed by providing conductive paths by performing any one of the process, the total process time of manufacturing semiconductor module and manufacturing cost are reduced. The alignment of the contact interconnection and front contact isolation and/or back contact isolation structures of module can be improved, so that the dead area loss is reduced. Hence the module performance is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) semiconductor device connecting device for manufacturing semiconductor device module ;    (2) semiconductor device module manufacturing device; and    (3) semiconductor device module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the semiconductor device module.    Front contact layer (20)    Active silicon layer (30)    Back contact layer (40)    Linear groove (45)    Conductive path (50)
NOVELTY - The system (11) has a vacuum valve (15) that is positioned in an exhaust system (10) connected to a vacuum chamber (3). A purge gas supply system (14) linked to the exhaust system is provided with purge gas flowing amount controller (13) controlling the flow volume of the purge gas to the exhaust system. The exhaust pressure of exhaust system is controlled to a target pressure by controlling purge gas supply amount to exhaust system, and fixing valve opening degree of vacuum valve.    USE - Exhaust-pressure control system for use in film-forming apparatus used in manufacture of semiconductor, flat panel display and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The maintenance cycle of vacuum valve is lengthened. Adhesion of the by-product to vacuum valve is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for exhaust-pressure control method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of film-forming apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Vacuum chamber (3)    Exhaust system (10)    Exhaust pressure control system (11)    Purge gas flowing amount controller (13)    Purge gas supply system (14)    Vacuum valve (15)
NOVELTY - A solar-cell back sheet (14) has a sheet main material (21) containing polymer (a), and an adhesive layer (22) provided to a surface of sheet main material and which adheres the sheet main material on a sealing material. The adhesive layer contains microparticles (25) containing inorganic substance, and crosslinked polymer (b) of compound having oxazoline group. The mass ratio of compound having oxazoline group with respect to 100% of crosslinked polymer (b) is 10-50%.    USE - Back sheet is used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar-cell back sheet has excellent adhesiveness of sealing material and sheet main material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar-cell back sheet has a sheet main material containing polymer (a), and an adhesive layer provided to a surface of sheet main material and which adheres the sheet main material on a sealing material. The adhesive layer contains microparticles containing inorganic substance, and crosslinked polymer (b) of compound having oxazoline group. The mass ratio of compound having oxazoline group with respect to 100% of crosslinked polymer (b) is 10-50%. The back sheet seals the solar cell with sealing material between surface components which protect the light-receiving surface side of solar cell. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar-cell back sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the solar-cell back sheet. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Solar-cell back sheet (14)    Sheet main material (21)    Adhesive layer (22)    Barrier sheet (23)    Microparticles containing inorganic substance (25)
NOVELTY - The method involves performing thermal process with respect to dry wire having diameter of 2.5-3.5mm. A baking wiring layer of diameter 2.5-3.5mm, is formed on wire after wetting the thermal processed wire. A soft plating layer of diameter 0.02-0.08mm is formed on the surface of baking wiring layer. The carbon content of wire, is equal to 400-600kg divide by mm2.    USE - Manufacturing method of saw wire (claimed) used for cutting epitaxial ingot for magnetic head chip and semiconductor wafer used for manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cutting accuracy can be improved. The hard material including monocrystal, ceramic and cemented carbide can be cut and processed efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for saw wire.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic views illustrating manufacturing process of saw wire. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Wire rod (10)    Dry wire drawing machine (11)    Winding device (12)    Furnace (13)    Wafer bath (32)
NOVELTY - Method for making material (I) comprises (a) providing one or more copper-indium-gallium- diselenide (CIGS), copper-indium-selenide (CIS) or copper-gallium-selenide (CGS) polymeric precursor compound or ink, (b) providing a substrate (10), (c) depositing the compound or ink onto the substrate and (d) heating the substrate at 20-650 degrees C in an inert atmosphere to produce the material.    USE - The method is useful: for preparing (I), which is useful as a semiconductor and photovoltaic and a thin film with a thickness of 0.001-100 micrometers, preferably 0.1-10 micrometers; for the preparation of a photovoltaic device for a system for providing electrical power (all claimed). (I) is useful to make semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials for photovoltaic applications including devices and systems for energy conversion and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides (I), which: is stable; allows a control of the stoichiometry, structure and ratios of atoms in the semiconductors, preferably metal atoms; prepares chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; makes solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures; exhibits enhanced processability to form a thin film for making solar cell; provides enhanced control of the uniformity and properties of a semiconductor material; enhanced solubility in organic solvents; and makes photovoltaic layers, semiconductors, and devices regardless of the morphology, architecture, or manner of fabrication of the semiconductors or devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for providing electrical power comprising using the system to convert light into electrical energy.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Electrode layer (20)    Absorber layer (30)    Window layer (40)    Transparent conductive layer. (50)
NOVELTY - Article (I) comprises one or more polymeric precursor compounds for copper-indium-gallium-diselenide (CIGS), copper-indium-selenide (CIS) or copper-gallium-selenide (CGS) deposited onto a substrate (10).    USE - (I) is useful in photovoltaic device (claimed) to convert light into electrical energy. (I) is useful for making semiconductor and optoelectronic materials including CIS and CIGS absorber layers for solar cells, and devices including thin film and band gap materials for photovoltaic applications including devices and systems for energy conversion and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I): is stable; allows a control of the stoichiometry, structure and ratios of atoms in the semiconductors, preferably metal atoms; prepares chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; makes solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures; exhibits enhanced processability to form a thin film for making solar cell; provides enhanced control of the uniformity and properties of a semiconductor material; enhanced solubility in organic solvents; and makes photovoltaic layers, semiconductors, and devices regardless of the morphology, architecture, or manner of fabrication of the semiconductors or devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a deposition system for making (I), comprising a spray apparatus, a printing apparatus, an electrodepositing apparatus, a coating apparatus, a liquid deposition apparatus and/or a spin casting apparatus; and    (2) making (I), comprising (a) providing the polymeric precursor compounds or one or more inks containing the polymeric precursor compounds, (b) providing the substrate and (c) depositing the compounds or inks onto the substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Electrode layer (20)    Absorber layer (30)    Window layer (40)    Transparent conductive layer. (50)
NOVELTY - Material (I) made by (a) providing one or more copper-indium-gallium-diselenide (CIGS), copper-indium-selenide (CIS) or copper-gallium-selenide (CGS) polymeric precursor compounds or inks, (b) providing a substrate (10), (c) depositing the compounds or inks onto the substrate and (d) heating the substrate at 20-650 degrees C in an inert atmosphere to produce the material, is claimed.    USE - (I) is useful to make a semiconductor and photovoltaic including thin film photovoltaic (all claimed). (I) is useful to make semiconductor and optoelectronic materials and devices including thin film and band gap materials for photovoltaic applications including devices and systems for energy conversion and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - (I): is stable; allows a control of the stoichiometry, structure and ratios of atoms in the semiconductors, preferably metal atoms; prepares chemically and physically uniform semiconductor layers; makes solar cells and other products at relatively low temperatures; exhibits enhanced processability to form a thin film for making solar cell; provides enhanced control of the uniformity and properties of a semiconductor material; enhanced solubility in organic solvents; and makes photovoltaic layers, semiconductors, and devices regardless of the morphology, architecture, or manner of fabrication of the semiconductors or devices.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Electrode layer (20)    Absorber layer (30)    Window layer (40)    Transparent conductive layer. (50)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell separator (10) comprises airtight gasket which is integrally injection-molded on both surfaces of a separator to form a closed curve.    USE - A fuel cell separator.    ADVANTAGE - The separator is provided with gaskets which are integrally injection-molded on both surfaces of the separators to be continuously connected to each other to form a closed curve, thus it is possible to increase bonding strength between the separators and the gaskets and improve productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing a fuel cell separator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a cross-sectional view of a fuel cell separator showing flow of coolant.    Fuel cell separator (10)    Hydrogen flow field (14)    Air transport hole (26)    Coolant guide line (108)    Membrane electrode assembly (300)
NOVELTY - The method involves placing a sealing resin sheet (102) between upper and lower glasses (101,103) to form a lamination structure. The lamination structure is placed on a steel band belt (13) in heating chamber. The pre-heating process is performed by upper and lower heating plates (16,17) arranged at upper and lower sides of lamination structure to evacuate gas (G) between resin sheet and glasses. Lower heating plate is contacted at back surface of belt, and upper heating plate is contacted at upper glass, when vacuum heating process is performed by heating plates.    USE - Manufacturing method of lamination structure e.g. solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - The gas between sealing resin sheet and glasses is evacuated by pre-heating process before performing vacuum heating process, so that yield of the lamination structure is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the schematic and cross sectional views illustrating the manufacturing method of lamination structure.    Steel band belt (13)    Heating plates (16,17)    Glasses (101,103)    Sealing resin sheet (102)    Gap (G)
NOVELTY - Method for preparing resin composition, involves (a) preparing ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer with vinyl acetate unit (25-35 wt.%), and crosslinking agent with impregnation weight of 40-80 mg/24 hours at 23 degrees C with respect to ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (1 g), and (b) impregnating the ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer with the crosslinking agent at 15-80 degrees C.    USE - The method is useful for preparing resin composition for producing solar cell sealing material and solar cell module (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables preparation of resin composition economically and rapidly. The solar cell sealing material has excellent storage stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) resin composition obtained by the above-mentioned method;    (2) solar cell sealing material obtained by molding the above-mentioned resin composition;    (3) method for producing the above mentioned solar cell sealing material, involves molding the resin composition in a molding machine; and    (4) solar cell module is obtained by sealing solar cell element using the solar cell sealing material.
NOVELTY - A graphene thin film is manufactured by providing back support substrate; disposing a catalyst thin film; introducing hydrocarbon inclusive gas proximate to the catalyst thin film; heating substrate to cause hydrocarbon inclusive gas to partially separate carbon and promote graphene growth in and/or on the catalyst thin film; and rapidly cooling to promote crystallization of graphene on outermost surface of catalyst thin film.    USE - Method of manufacturing graphene thin film (claimed) used in metal oxides window electrodes for solid-state solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides smooth and patternable electrode materials with good stability, high transparency, and excellent conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of hetero-epitaxially growing graphene thin film.
NOVELTY - Base material is equipped with transparent conductive film that is formed using metal nanowire and carbon nanofiller. The metal nanowire and carbon nanofiller are unevenly distributed over surface portion of transparent conductive film.    USE - The base material is useful in LCD, plasma display panel, touch panel, organic electroluminescent element and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The base material has improved electroconductivity and ensures light transmittance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for preparing the base-material, which involves coating resin solution containing metal nanowire and carbon nanofiller on the surface of transparent base material, and drying the obtained transparent conductive film.
NOVELTY - A gas barrier laminated material consists of silicon oxide film (2) laminated on the surface(s) of plastic film base material (1). The film (2) has elasticity modulus of 75-140 GPa measured using dynamic viscoelasticity measuring apparatus. An anchor coat layer (3) containing polyester resin, urethane resin, acrylic resin or oxazoline group-containing resin is provided between the base material and film (2). The base material is processed using argon, nitrogen, oxygen and/or hydrogen.    USE - Gas barrier laminated material. Uses include but are not limited to back surface protection sheet, wrapping material for foodstuffs, precision electronic components and pharmaceuticals, and component of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The laminated material has excellent gas barrier property and durability in high temperature and high humidity environment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the gas barrier laminated material.    Plastic film base material (1)    Silicon oxide film (2)    Anchor coat layer (3)
NOVELTY - An anatase titanium oxide particle comprises titanium oxide, and 1-30 wt.% of zirconium oxide. The crystalline diameter of zirconium oxide is 15-50 nm. The particle has average maximal width (WM) of 2-50 nm, and average length (L) of 10-500 nm.    USE - An anatase titanium oxide particle used as catalyst, catalyst carrier, adsorption agent, photocatalyst, cosmetic material, optical medium, photoelectric conversion material, proton electrically-conductive material, or electrolytic membrane for fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The anatase titanium oxide particle is excellent in crystallinity, dispersibility, dispersion stability, and light resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a manufacturing method of anatase titanium oxide particle involving mixing acid or base with mixing aqueous solution of titanium compound and zirconium compound and hydrolyzing, washing gel of hydrolyzate, adding hydrogen peroxide and dissolving gel of hydrolyzate at 30-100 degrees C, and hydrothermally treating dissolution solution at 100-300 degrees C.
NOVELTY - Tank has inner layer, outer layer and intermediate layer. The inner layer comprises a tank wall surface portion containing polypropylene ether resin. The outer layer comprises polyamide resin, where the outer layer is located outward to the inner layer. The intermediate layer comprises multilayered structure containing polyphenylene ether resin composition, where the intermediate layer is situated between the inner and outer layers. The polyphenylene ether resin composition comprises polyphenylene ether resin and polyamide resin.    USE - The tank is useful for storing hot water (claimed) heated using gas, electricity, solar heat or fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The tank is inexpensive and resistant to pressure and heat, and reduces usage of heat insulating material.
NOVELTY - Base material is equipped with transparent conductive film that is formed using metal nanowire. The difference between the refractive index of transparent conductive film and refractive index of contact interface part with the transparent conductive film of a transparent base material is 0.02 or less.    USE - The base material is useful in LCD, plasma display panel, touch panel, organic electroluminescent element and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The base material has improved quality, and visibility of pattern shape of transparent conductive film to the difference between refractive index of transparent conductive film and base material is low.
NOVELTY - Producing a transparent conductive layer, comprises: applying an output layer (1) with a first layer thickness (2); and then generating a light scattering property with a characteristic haze-value by etching, where a crystal structure of the output layer is formed over the layer thickness extending up to the layered surface (3) by varying at least one process parameter during the production of the output layer, and the structure exhibits visible granular boundaries (4), and during the etching step, an increasing haze-value of the conductive layer is obtained with increasing the etching time.    USE - The conductive layer is useful as contact layers in photovoltaic devices e.g. silicon thin-film solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method: provides roughness to the surface of the layer and thus a diffusing property to the layer, and thus optimizing the efficiency of conversion of light energy into electrical energy; and improves the haze value of the layer with the extended etching time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Producing a transparent conductive layer, comprises: applying an output layer (1) with a first layer thickness (2); and then generating a light scattering property with a characteristic haze-value by etching, where a columnar crystal structure of the output layer is formed over the layer thickness extending up to the layered surface (3) by varying at least one process parameter during the production of the output layer, and the structure exhibits visible granular boundaries (4), and during the etching step, an increasing haze-value of the conductive layer is obtained with increasing the etching time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic sectional view of the output layer.    Output layer (1)    First layer thickness (2)    Layer surface (3)    Granular boundaries (4)    Crystallites (5)
NOVELTY - Oxide, carbonate, nitrate or acetate of metal element is dissolved in aqueous acetic acid solution and agitated, to obtain mixed solution. Then, polymer of monomer (a) is added to the obtained mixed solution and agitated. The obtained mixed solution is agitated and solvent is evaporated, to obtain sol. Then, crosslinking agent is added to the obtained sol, dissolved and clarified. Then, initiator is added to the obtained product, polymerized, solidified and dried. The dried product is placed in electric furnace and heat-treated, to obtain scaled nanopowder.    USE - Synthesis of scaled nanopowder used for solid oxide fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides high quality scaled nanopowder by simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Oxide, carbonate, nitrate or acetate of metal element is dissolved in 20-50 weight% of aqueous acetic acid in predetermined stoichiometric ratio and agitated, to obtain a mixed solution. The dosage of acetic acid is 0.1-0.5 times the mass of nanopowder. Then, polymer of monomer (a) is added to the obtained mixed solution and agitated for 2-5 hours. The obtained mixed solution is agitated at 60-80 degrees C for 6-12 hours and solvent is evaporated, to obtain sol. Then, crosslinking agent is added to the obtained sol, dissolved and clarified. The addition amount of crosslinking agent is 0.03-0.3 times the mass of nanopowder. Then, initiator is added to the obtained product, polymerized, solidified and dried. The dried product is placed in electric furnace and heat-treated at 600-1000 degrees C, to obtain scaled nanopowder. The oxide of metal element is nickel oxide, cerium-gadolinium oxide (Ce1-xGdxO2-a), lanthanum-strontium-manganese oxide (La1-xSrxMnO3-a), lanthanum-strontium-cobalt oxide (La1-xSrxCoO3-a), lanthanum-strontium-cobalt-iron oxide (La1-xSrxCo1-yFeyO3-a) or barium-strontium-cobalt-iron oxide (Ba1-xSrxCo1-yFeyO3-a).
NOVELTY - The device has semiconductor device having two conductive layers and photosensitizing layer (13). The N-type gallium nitride (GaN) layer (12) has a one conductivity type material. The P-type GaN layer (14) having another conductivity type material, is formed on the N-type GaN layer. The photosensitizing layer is formed between the N-type GaN layer and P-type GaN layer.    USE - Photoelectric conversion device for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since an absorption edge wavelength is controlled easily and accurately without reducing the photovoltaic pressure, the photovoltaic flow can be improved. The solar cell has high photoelectric conversion efficiency according to photosensitizing effectiveness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell; and    (2) manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell.    Solar cell (10)    N-type GaN layer (12)    Photosensitizing layer (13)    P-type GaN layer (14)
NOVELTY - A resin composition contains an ethylenic copolymer (A), and component chosen from layered composite metal compound (i) (I), baked product (ii) of layered composite metal compound (I), layered composite metal compound (iii) (II) and baked product (iv) of layered composite metal compound (II). The layered composite metal compound (i) has average plate surface diameter of 0.01-0.9 mu m, and refractive index of 1.45-1.55. The layered composite metal compound (iii) has average plate surface diameter of 0.02-0.9 mu m, and refractive index of 1.48-1.6.    USE - Resin composition is used for masterbatch, and solar cell sealing material for solar cell module (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The resin composition provides solar cell module having excellent adhesiveness, transparency and conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A resin composition contains an ethylenic copolymer (A), and component chosen from layered composite metal compound (i) of formula: Mg1-a.Ala(OH)2.An (power)(n-)a/n.bH2O (I), baked product (ii) of layered composite metal compound (I), layered composite metal compound (iii) of formula: (McMg1-c)1-d.Ald(OH)2.Bm (power)(m-)d/m.eH2O (II) and baked product (iv) of layered composite metal compound (II). The layered composite metal compound (i) has average plate surface diameter of 0.01-0.9 mu m, and refractive index of 1.45-1.55. The layered composite metal compound (iii) has average plate surface diameter of 0.02-0.9 mu m, and refractive index of 1.48-1.6.    a=0.2-0.35;    b=0-1;    An=N-valent anion;    M=nickel, zinc or calcium;    c=0.2-1;    d=0.2-0.4;    e=0-4;and    Bm=m valence.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) masterbatch;    (2) solar cell sealing material; and    (3) solar cell module.
NOVELTY - A laminate is obtained by laminating layer (A) containing polyvinyl acetal, and layer (B) containing polyolefin and/or adhesive functional group-containing olefin polymer. The mass ratio of polyolefin and adhesive functional group-containing polyolefin polymer is 0/100-99.95/0.05.    USE - Laminate is used for laminated glass and solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The laminate has excellent adhesiveness.
NOVELTY - The method involves laminating a surface side plate glass (2) in upper side of a laminate resin film (4) so as to be opposite to a glass substrate (1). A translucent resin layer is formed by applying heat and pressure to the laminate film. The height of the upper surface of the periphery sealing element (5) and resin layer is set to be same so that the glass contacts the periphery sealing component. A photovoltaic cell (3) and the translucent resin layer are sealed in the space enclosed by the substrate, surface-side plate glass and sealing component.    USE - Manufacturing method of solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Generation of bubble inside sealing portion is suppressed so that life span of solar cell module is increased, since photovoltaic cell and translucent resin layer are sealed by enclosing the glass substrate, surface-side plate glass and periphery sealing component. Operation man-hour required in the manufacture process of solar cell module is reduced due to lamination process of surface-side plate glass and periphery sealing compound.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a the sectional view of the solar cell module during the process of laminating resin film, periphery sealing component and surface-side plate glass on glass substrate.    Glass substrate (1)    Surface-side plate resin glass (2)    Photovoltaic cell (3)    Laminate resin film (4)    Periphery sealing component (5)
NOVELTY - A ion-plating tablet is obtained by processing oxide sintered component containing oxides of indium and cerium, and having indium oxide phase with bixbyite-type structure as primary crystal phase and cerium oxide phase with fluorine-type structure having average particle diameter of 3 mu m or less and density of 3.4-5.5 g/cm3 as secondary phase. The ratio of content of cerium to total content of indium and cerium is 0.3-9 atomic%.    USE - Ion-plating tablet is used for forming transparent conductive film (claimed) for surface electrode of blue light-emitting diode and solar cell, and high refractive index film for optical disk.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film formed using ion-plating tablet has low resistance and high refractive index.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of ion-plating tablet; and    (2) transparent conductive film.
NOVELTY - The apparatus (100) has a strip-shaped brush (43) which is pressed against a portion which contacts a roller (R1-R4) at the side of carrying out of a conveyance sheet (130). A brush roll (26) is provided so that the conveyance surface of the conveyance sheet may be touched, and is driven with a rotational actuator.    USE - Lamination apparatus for laminating solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The brush roll is provided so that conveyance surface of conveyance sheet may be touched, and is driven with rotational actuator. Hence a conveyor sheet cleaning mechanism which is capable of efficiently and effectively removing the filler having adhered to the conveyor sheet is obtained. The removal capability of the filler adhering to the conveyance sheet of the lamination apparatus can be improved. The filler is prevented from getting transcribed to a diaphragm, and the lifetime of a diaphragm is prolonged. The productive efficiency of the lamination can be improved. The effective automation of lamination is realizable.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for cleaning method of the conveyance sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of the lamination apparatus provided with a cleaning mechanism.    Brush roll (26)    Strip-shaped brush (43)    Lamination apparatus (100)    Conveyance sheet (130)    Roller (R1-R4)
NOVELTY - A semiconductor powder contains single-phase of copper-metal-tin-sulfide, and is obtained by wet synthesis.    USE - Semiconductor powder is used for semiconductor product e.g. pellet for vapor deposition, sputtering target and semiconductor thin film (all claimed) used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor powder is manufactured efficiently with excellent dispersibility and high quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A semiconductor powder contains single-phase of copper-metal-tin-sulfide (Cu-M-Sn-S, where M is zinc, cobalt, nickel, iron or manganese), and is obtained by wet synthesis. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of semiconductor powder;    (2) dispersion liquid; and    (3) semiconductor product.
NOVELTY - The method involves implanting a species (300,500) such as hydrogen, helium, oxygen and nitrogen into a substrate (138) made of materials e.g. silicon, silicon carbide, gallium nitride, gallium phosphate, gallium arsenic and germanium to form a layer of microbubbles (301). The substrate is annealed at a pressure greater than atmosphere in an environment of species. The substrate is cleaved along the layer of microbubbles.    USE - Method of cleaving substrate such as silicon-on-insulator (SOI) substrate. Can also be used in three-dimensional integrated circuit (IC) and stacked chip configuration, and substrate for flat panel, thin film, solar cell, LED, other thin metal sheet, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The inexpensive process is provided for cleaving the substrate using microbubbles, with less processing time and lower implant dose. The smoother SOI substrate and silicon overlayer is provided after cleaving while eliminating the need for polishing the substrate, as the smaller microbubbles are present in the layer of microbubbles.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view illustrating the method of cleaving substrate with diffusion.    Substrate (138)    Species (300,500)    Microbubbles (301)
NOVELTY - An apparatus comprises a chamber (100) defining an interior volume (115); and at least two showerhead assemblies (160A-C) movably coupled to the chamber in the interior volume opposing a movable substrate support surface (170).    USE - An apparatus for forming thin films on flexible media used in manufacturing flat panel displays, photovoltaic devices, or solar cells, LCDs, or organic light emitting diodes.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus requires less gas than the conventional systems, and utilizes the gas at a high rate while limiting excess gas in other portions of the chamber.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An apparatus comprises:    (A) a chamber (100) defining an interior volume (115); and    (B) at least two showerhead assemblies (160A-C) movably coupled to the chamber in the interior volume opposing a movable substrate support surface (170), each of the showerhead assemblies being coupled to an actuator providing movement of the respective showerhead assembly in a first linear direction relative to the movable substrate support surface, each of the showerhead assemblies comprising an inner gas channel and an outer gas channel surrounding and separated from the inner gas channel, each of the inner gas channels and outer gas channels having openings directed toward the substrate support surface to deliver a first gas, and the openings in the outer gas channel directs a second gas toward the substrate support surface and completely enclose the first gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a side cross-sectional view of the chamber.    Chamber (100)    Interior volume (115)    Substrate carrier system (152)    Showerhead assemblies (160A-C)    Movable substrate support surface (170)
NOVELTY - The method involves laminating a reflective layer (200) with a thin film solar cell (100) through thermosetting adhesive, where the reflective layer is formed by applying reflective material on a base film. A protective layer (400a) is formed on a side of the thin film solar cell. A light transmitting electrode is made of transparent conductive oxide such as fluorine-doped tin oxide, and arranged on a substrate. A protective plate (400b) is formed on another side of the thin film solar cell.    USE - Method for fabricating a solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables the solar cell module to be manufactured in a simple and cost effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell module comprising a light transmitting electrode (claimed).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell module.    Fixing member (20)    Heater (50)    Compressor (60)    Thin film solar cell (100)    Reflective layer (200)    Protective layer (400a)    Protective plate (400b)
NOVELTY - A soluble phenanthrenyl imidazole for photo-electrical conversion of a solar cell, where a first monomer and a second monomer are obtained through syntheses, and then polymerized to obtain a thiophene polymer of phenanthrenyl imidazole through a Grignard metathesis (GRIM), the second monomer having phenanthrenyl imidazole.    USE - The soluble phenanthrenyl imidazole is useful for photo-electrical conversion of a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The soluble phenanthrenyl imidazole produces a solar cell with high optoelectrical transformation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A soluble phenanthrenyl imidazole for photo-electrical conversion of a solar cell, where a first monomer and a second monomer are obtained through syntheses and then are polymerized to obtain a thiophene polymer of phenanthrenyl imidazole through a Grignard metathesis (GRIM), the second monomer having phenanthrenyl imidazole, the thiophene polymer of phenanthrenyl imidazole having a chemical structure of formula I.    n=7-60; and    m=0-20.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a method of obtaining the thiophene polymer of phenanthrenyl imidazole comprising: (a) obtaining a first product through a reaction of a bromophenol and C8H17MgBr while being coordinated with a catalyzer and an ether, the catalyzer being Ni(dppp)Cl2; (b) obtaining the first monomer from the first product and N-bromosuccinimide (NBS); (c) obtaining a second product through a reaction of 3-formylthiophene, phenanthrenequinone and aniline while having an acetic acid as a solvent for ammonium acetate; (d) obtaining the second monomer from the second product and NBS; and (e) processing a polymerization of the first monomer and the second monomer through the GRIM to obtain the thiophene polymer of phenanthrenyl imidazole.
NOVELTY - An indacene derivative (I), is new.    USE - New indacene derivative used for manufacturing carbon-bridged p-phenylene vinylene derivative (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to organic semiconductor material, luminescent material, electron transfer material, hole transfer material, organic light emitting diode, organic thin film solar cell and organic field effect transistor.    ADVANTAGE - The indacene derivative has high luminous efficiency and charge mobility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An indacene derivative of formula (I), is new.    Ar1-Ar6=optionally substituted aryl;    Ra,Rb=H or optionally substituted 1-8C linear or branched alkyl;    E1,E2=H, halo, 1-20C linear or branched alkyl or aryl (both optionally substituted), or C(OH)Ar9Ar10;and    Ar9,Ar10=1-8C linear or branched alkyl or aryl (both optionally substituted).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the indacene derivative;    (2) carbon-bridged p-phenylene vinylene derivative of formula (III);    (3) manufacture of the derivative of formula (III), which involves preparing indacene derivative of formula (IV), and treating compound (IV) with Lewis acid and/or Bronsted acid;    (4) indene compound of formula (V); and    (5) manufacture of the compound (V), which involves reacting alkynyl benzene derivative of formula (VI) with reducing agent and electrophilic reagent having E21.    Arn1-Arn8,Ar21-Ar23=Ar1;    Rn1-Rn6,Rc-Rh,Rj=Ra;    n=1-10;    R21-R24=H, 1-8C linear or branched alkyl, 1-8C linear or branched alkoxy, 1-8C linear or branched sulfenyl, 1-8C linear or branched amino or 1-8C acyl (all optionally substituted);    E21=E1;and    R25=1-8C linear or branched alkyl.
NOVELTY - A new fullerene derivative has pyrrolidine partial structure (I).    USE - Fullerene derivative is used for composition for manufacturing organic photoelectric conversion element (all claimed) e.g. organic solar cell and organic photosensor.    ADVANTAGE - The fullerene derivative has excellent electric charge transport property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A new fullerene derivative has pyrrolidine partial structure of formula (I).    R=monovalent group;and    r=0-4.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) composition, which contains fullerene derivative and electron donor;    (2) organic photoelectric conversion element; and    (3) manufacture of organic photoelectric conversion element.
NOVELTY - Method for coating a substrate (1) with an inorganic-organic hybrid polymer material, comprises: (i) injecting liquid comprising hybrid inorganic-organic pre-polymers (3) in a plasma jet (2), preferably an atmospheric pressure plasma jet; and (ii) exposing a surface of the substrate to the plasma jet.    USE - The method is useful for: coating a substrate (i.e. polyethylene-terephthalate substrate) with an inorganic-organic hybrid polymer material using plasma coating apparatus (all claimed), where the coated substrate is a packaging film or an encapsulation film for solar panels or organic light emitting diode; providing oxygen barrier layers, which is useful in the field of food or beverage packaging.    ADVANTAGE - The method: provides substrates with excellent surface properties, in particular barrier properties against oxygen permeation and scratch resistance i.e. chemical and abrasion resistance; does not require noble gases i.e. helium or some sort of protection of the coating zone by means of a closed vessel or protective gases; and is cost effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) the substrate coated with the inorganic-organic hybrid polymer material obtained by the above method; and    (2) a plasma coating apparatus comprising a plasma nozzle having a nozzle exit and a precursor feeding unit arranged downstream of the nozzle exit, where the precursor feeding unit is a liquid spray nozzle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure represents a schematic drawing showing the one-step method of coating a substrate with an inorganic-organic hybrid polymer material.    Substrate (1)    Plasma jet (2)    Hybrid inorganic-organic pre-polymers (3)    Plasma nozzle (4)    Nozzle exit (5)
NOVELTY - The oxygen pump (100), including a fuel cell portion electrolyzing water and producing oxygen and hydrogen, has an electric decomposition unit (10) that supplies the oxygen to an indoor space and generates hydrogen as fuel gas. The decomposition unit supplies the generated hydrogen to fuel inlet tube (22) so that an air inlet receives the external air. A power supply unit (30) is electrically connected to the fuel cell (20) and decomposition unit.    USE - Oxygen pump of air conditioning system (claimed) installed in home and office. Can also be used in large-sized department store and discount store.    ADVANTAGE - The circulation amount of oxygen content to indoor space can be managed effectively and size of the air conditioning system can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for air conditioning system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the oxygen pump. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric decomposition unit (10)    Fuel cell (20)    Fuel inlet tube (22)    Power supply unit (30)    Oxygen pump (100)
NOVELTY - Composition comprises many quantum dots and a catalyst for the generation of hydrogen from protons.    USE - The composition is useful in a device, which is useful in an apparatus for the solar generation of hydrogen from protons (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition is less prone to degradation over prolonged use than compositions having organic photosensitizers. The materials that can be used in the composition and devices are generally inexpensive and environmentally-friendly. The device is a robust and efficient system for the photoelectrochemical production of hydrogen.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for:    (1) a device for use in the solar generation of hydrogen from protons, comprising a conducting substrate having the composition on its surface;    (2) an apparatus for the generation of hydrogen, comprising a circuit having first and second electrodes, where the first electrode contacts a proton source and comprises the device and a current can flow between first and second electrodes;    (3) a method for the solar generation of hydrogen comprising providing the composition and a proton source, which are in contact with each other, and illuminating the composition with light of sufficient energy to allow electron transfer from the quantum dots to the catalyst;    (4) making the composition, comprising contacting the quantum dots with the catalyst; and    (5) making the device, comprising contacting the conducting substrate, the quantum dots and the catalyst.
NOVELTY - The method involves arranging sides chains of a polymer included in a laminated photoactive layer. The photoactive layer is thermally treated by a heat-treatment process. A cathode is deposited on the upper side of the thermally treated photoactive layer, and an anode is deposited on a substrate having optical permeability. The photoactive layer has a donor layer that is formed on the upper side of the anode. An acceptor layer is formed on the upper side of the donor layer.    USE - Method for manufacturing organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing efficiency of the organic solar cell can be improved reliably.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the organic solar cell manufacturing process. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The silicon purifier has a ladle which is capable of containing molten silicon to remove impurity slag mixed in the molten silicon. A chamber is united and sealed with the ladle hermetically. A moving cylinder and a pump remove the steam in the chamber.    USE - Silicon purifier for producing wafer for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The impurity existing as the vapor phase can be removed rapidly and the molten silicon can be refined with high purity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of the silicon purifier.
NOVELTY - The module has a sheet type supporting frame installed according to a corner circumference of a transparent sheet member, where the module is shaped by utilizing epoxy-based resin or ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) resin. A pattern display unit is equipped at one side of a seat member. A solar cell pattern is formed in the seat member that is made of tempered glass or base iron production glass. The supporting frame is made of synthetic resin, timber or aluminum. A rear sheet member is installed with the seat member, and is selected from synthetic resin plate, metal plate or opaque wooden sheet.    USE - Dummy solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The module is aesthetic in outer appearance, easy to manufacture at low cost and convenient to use. The module provides better utilization.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a dummy solar cell module.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has N-type silicon substrate (1) whose light-receiving surface side is provided with P-type diffused layer (2). A light-receiving surface electrode (5) is electrically connected to the P-type diffused layer. N-type diffused layer (3) is formed in the rear surface side of the silicon substrate. A rear surface electrode (6) is electrically connected to the N-type diffused layer. The P-type dielectric films (4) are formed on the electrodes connected to diffused layers, respectively.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The contact of dielectric films directly of the silicon substrate can be prevented reliably, such that highly efficient solar cell having low contact resistance can be achieved. The thinning of electrodes can be achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell.    N-type silicon substrate (1)    P-type diffused layer (2)    N-type diffused layer (3)    P-type dielectric film (4)    Light-receiving surface electrode (5)    Rear surface electrode (6)
NOVELTY - An electroconductive-electrode-containing base material is obtained by coating electroconductive composition on silicon substrate (7), forming coating film, baking coating film at 500-850 degrees C, and forming electroconductive electrode on silicon substrate. The conductive composition contains silver oxide (50 %mass or more) and organic solvent having boiling point of 200 degrees C or more.    USE - Electroconductive-electrode-containing base material used for photovoltaic cell e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductive-electrode-containing base material has excellent performance, adhesiveness and specific resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of electroconductive-electrode-containing base material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of photovoltaic cell.    Photovoltaic cell (1)    Anti-reflective film (3)    Surface electrode (4)    Back surface electrode (6)    Silicon substrate (7)
NOVELTY - Exhaust gas and cooling water with entrained powder contact in cooling process part (10), cooling exhaust gas. An exhaust gas introducing part (1) for introducing hot exhaust gas is provided at one end of cooling process part provided at other end with exhaust gas delivery part (5) that delivers cooled exhaust gas, and at side with cooling water introducing parts (2a-2d) for introducing cooling water. The cooling water is introduced in tangential direction relative to inner surface of cooling process part such that rotational flow is produced and water film layer is formed in inner surface.    USE - Processing apparatus for exhaust gas containing material gas and powder from, e.g., production apparatus, research and development equipment for, e.g., semiconductors, solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - Separates powder without powder adhering to flow path or wall surface, thus achieving safety and good operability while efficiently cooling exhaust gas using comparatively simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram illustrating the basic composition of the processing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Exhaust gas introducing part (1)    Cooling water introducing parts (2a-2d)    Exhaust gas delivery part (5)    Powder separation part (6)    Storage tank (7)    Cooling process part (10)
NOVELTY - A titanium plate contains (in %mass) iron ( 0.15 or less, excluding 0), oxygen (0.15 or less, excluding 0) and remaining titanium and unavoidable impurities. The average value of shift difference angle of the crystal grain in the c axis direction to the average size of the crystal grain existing in the plane of 1 mmx 1 mm in the c axis direction is 0.4-2.0 degrees .    USE - Titanium plate used for component of plate type heat exchanger, separator of fuel cell, mobile telephone, mobile personal computer, camera component and spectacles frame. Can also be used for golf equipment, motor vehicle component and for use in civil engineering and construction field.    ADVANTAGE - The titanium plate has high mechanical strength, excellent press formability and durability.
NOVELTY - The core consists of magnetic steel sheet containing carbon, silicon, manganese, aluminum, sulfur and nitrogen (50 ppm or less) and remaining iron and unavoidable impurity. The sum of core loss in the rolling direction and core loss in right angle direction when compressive stress of 50 MPa is applied in the rolling direction and right angle direction and maximum magnetic flux density is 1T, is 55 W/kg or less. The magnetic flux density (B50(L)) of the steel sheet when magnetic field intensity of 5000 A/m is applied at frequency of 400 Hz, is 1.75T or more.    USE - Core for motors of hybrid electric vehicles, electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, air conditioner compressors and high frequency rotary machines of high speed generators.    ADVANTAGE - The core exhibits high motor efficiency even under compressive stress and has reduced core loss.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The core consists of magnetic steel sheet containing (in %mass) carbon (0.03 or less), silicon (2-7), manganese (0.05-3.0), aluminum (0.001-0.020), sulfur and nitrogen (50 ppm or less) and remaining iron and unavoidable impurity. The sum of core loss (W10/400 (L)) of the steel sheet in the rolling direction and core loss (W10/400 (C-50 MPa)) in right angle direction when compressive stress of 50 MPa is applied in the rolling direction and right angle direction and maximum magnetic flux density is 1T, is 55 W/kg or less. The magnetic flux density (B50(L)) of the steel sheet when magnetic field intensity of 5000 A/m is applied at frequency of 400 Hz, is 1.75T or more.
NOVELTY - A hydrophilic low-reflection component has low-reflection film provided on transparent substrate. The low-reflection film has hydrophilicity, and contains magnesium fluoride hydroxide ultrafine particles having diameter of 5-500 nm.    USE - Hydrophilic low-reflection component is used for surface protection component of solar cell (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to lens, cathode ray tube, liquid crystal display, copier, image pickup tube, light-emitting diode element, illumination device, organic electroluminescent element, digital camera and liquid-crystal projector.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrophilic low-reflection component has excellent antifouling property, contamination resistance, transparency, antistatic property, weather resistance and durability.
NOVELTY - The base material (1) has light absorption layer (4) that is formed on surfaces on opposite side to transparent base material of transparent conductive film (2), when equipping the surface of conductive film with metal nanowire (3). The light absorption layers is made of carbon, pigment and layer that contains conductive polymers.    USE - Base material. Uses include but are not limited to LCD, touch panel, organic electroluminescent (EL) element, plasma display panel (PDP), solar cell, transparent wiring, photoelectric conversion element, electromagnetic wave shield, electronic paper, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The light reaches metal nanowire in transparent conductive film can be decreased so that haze by light dispersed by metal nanowire can be reduced. The surface of transparent conductive film can be coated with light absorption layer so that surface smoothness of transparent conductive film can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of base material. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Base material (1)    Transparent conducive film (2)    Metal nanowire (3)    Light absorption layer (4)
NOVELTY - A plasma processing apparatus has several high frequency electric powers (118,119) connected to electrode (120) used for generating plasma, and reset circuit (117) for repeatedly performing re-oscillation after stopping 10% or less with respect to oscillation time, connected to oscillator (112,116) which produces high frequency signal of high frequency electric power.    USE - Plasma processing apparatus is used for manufacturing semiconductor film (claimed) for thin film silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The plasma processing apparatus enables to form semiconductor film with improved uniformity at high speed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of semiconductor film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of plasma processing apparatus.    Processing tank (101)    Oscillators (112,116)    Reset circuit (117)    High frequency electric power (118,119)    Electrode (120)
NOVELTY - The electrode (50) has two active material layers (52,53) that are formed on a collector (51). A volume of active material layer is changed according to occlusion and release of lithium of another active material layer. The two active material layers are arranged by turning the two active material layers with respect to surface direction. The active material layers are made of lithium, alloy, and carbonaceous materials.    USE - Negative electrode for lithium ion secondary battery (claimed) used in vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle e.g. plug-in hybrid vehicle, motor vehicle, fuel cell vehicle, motor bike, commercial vehicle such as passenger car, truck, bus, and light car, mobile telephone, notebook computer, personal computer (PC).    ADVANTAGE - Since the two active material layers are arranged by turning two layers with respect to surface direction, the stress to the surface direction of the collector can be reduced. Hence the peeling of active material layers from the collector can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for lithium ion secondary battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional diagram of the negative electrode.    Negative electrode (50)    Collector (51)    Active material layers (52,52)
NOVELTY - Base material is equipped with transparent conductive film that is formed by using metal nanowire in matrix resin. The matrix resin contains low-refractive index, where the particles have lower refractive index than the matrix resin.    USE - The base material is useful in LCD, plasma display panel, touch panel, organic electroluminescent element and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The base material has increased light transmittance and suppresses surface reflection of light.
NOVELTY - Base material is equipped with transparent conductive film that is formed by using metal nanowire in matrix resin. The matrix resin contains translucent particles having refractive index difference of less than or equal to 0.03, where the particle diameter of the matrix resin is 0.5-1.2 times as film thickness of the transparent conductive film.    USE - The base material is useful in LCD, plasma display panel, touch panel, organic electroluminescent element, electronic paper and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The base material has improved electroconductivity and ensures light transmittance.
NOVELTY - An oxidizing gas is contacted with a film (92) of electroconductive metal oxide containing carbon. A reducing gas is then contacted with metal oxide film, and post-processing of electroconductive metal oxide film is enabled.    USE - Post-processing of electroconductive metal oxide film used for transparent electrode of flat panel display and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductive metal oxide film having improved electrical property is reliably produced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for post-processing apparatus (1) of electroconductive metal oxide film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the front view of structure of post-processing apparatus.    Post-processing apparatus (1)    Processing portion (10)    Upper side electrode (11)    Lower side electrode (12)    Power supply (13)    Electroconductive metal oxide film (92)
NOVELTY - A dispersion liquid containing peroxidated microparticles is coated on surface(s) of a resin base material, and the microparticles are made to adhere by external stimulation process, to obtain a reflection prevention layer.    USE - Manufacture of reflection prevention layer used for organic electronic element (claimed) e.g. organic electroluminescent element, organic solar cell element, organic photoelectric conversion element and display element.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides reflection prevention layer having excellent antifouling property and crack-proof property. The organic solar cell panel formed using the reflection prevention layer has excellent energy conversion efficiency.
NOVELTY - The noise suppression structure (10) has conductor line (12) that supplies an electrical energy. A soft magnetic metal layer (14) is arranged to cover the outer periphery of conductor line. The crystal grain diameter of soft magnetic metal layer is 0.1-200 mu m. The grounding portion (16) is provided in both ends of longitudinal direction of soft magnetic metal layer that comprises matrix polymer.    USE - Noise suppression structure installed between motor and drive circuit in vehicle such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle, fuel cell vehicle. Can also be used in compressor of refrigerator, air-conditioner, drive circuits, electric furnace, control circuits, outlet socket and domestic electrical appliances.    ADVANTAGE - The simple structured noise suppression structure is designed easily while reducing size, so that electromagnetic noise in high frequency band region and radiation noise can be reduced. Hence malfunction generated in vehicle due to radiation noise can be suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show sectional and front views of noise suppression structure.    Noise suppression structure (10)    Conductor line (12)    Soft magnetic metal layer (14)    Grounding portion (16)
NOVELTY - A P-type impurity diffusion region (4) is formed in a silicon substrate (1). A diffusion suppression mask (2) is made of silicon oxide and silicon-oxide precursor formed on a boron silicide layer (5), and is installed on the P-type impurity diffusion region. An N-type impurity diffusion region (8) is formed in the silicon substrate in which a diffusion suppression mask (7) is installed. A boron silicate glass layer (6) produced on the occasion of formation of N-type impurity diffusion region, is removed.    USE - Manufacturing method of semiconductor device e.g. back-electrode-type solar cell used for electronic device. Can also be used in back-contact type solar cell and double-sided electrode type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor device can be manufactured easily and efficiently, and the operational efficiency of the semiconductor device is enhanced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional views illustrating the manufacturing process of back-electrode-type solar cell.    Silicon substrate (1)    Diffusion suppression masks (2,7)    P-type impurity diffusion region (4)    Boron silicide layer (5)    Boron silicate glass layer (6)    N-type impurity diffusion region (8)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module comprises a solar cell (250) disposed between upper substrate (220) and lower substrate (210). The upper substrate is disposed to cover the solar cell, and includes a cylindrical lens (221) for focusing incident light onto the solar cell. A midsection of the cylindrical lens is thicker than ends of the cylindrical lens. A space (260) between the lower substrate and the cylindrical lens is sealed, and the sealed space is vacuous or filled with an inert gas. The solar cell has a p-n junction structure or a p-i-n junction structure.    USE - A module of solar cell, including a silicon (Si) crystalline solar cell, a Si thin film solar cell, a copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) thin film solar cell, a cadmium telluride (CdTe) thin film solar cell, a III-V group semiconductor solar cell, or an organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - By including a cylindrical lens that focuses light (e.g., sunlight) onto a solar cell, the efficiency of the solar cell module is more uniformly maintained even when a path of the light changes, thus increasing efficiency of the solar cell. The sealed space between the lower substrate and the cylindrical lens suppresses and/or prevents the characteristics of the solar cell from changing according to external conditions.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing the solar cell comprising forming a reflective layer on concave or convex surface of the lower substrate; preparing a first electrode having a wire shape; manufacturing the solar cell by sequentially depositing a first material layer, a second material layer, and a second electrode onto the first electrode; and adhering the upper substrate including the cylindrical lens on the lower substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a laid-open perspective view illustrating a solar cell module.    Lower substrate (210)    Upper substrate (220)    Cylindrical lens (221)    Solar cell (250)    Space (260)
NOVELTY - A solar cell comprises a buffer layer (120) disposed on an insulation substrate (10); a first electrode (140) disposed on the buffer layer; a first polycrystalline semiconductor (151-153) layer comprising a first impurity disposed on the first electrode; a photo-absorptive layer disposed on the first polycrystalline semiconductor layer; a second semiconductor layer comprising a second impurity disposed on the photo-absorptive layer; and a second electrode (160) disposed on the second semiconductor layer.    USE - A solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is capable of decreasing degradation of the solar cell and the manufacturing cost, and can be mass-produced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing unit cells of a solar cell comprising providing amorphous semiconductor on first electrode; crystallizing the amorphous semiconductor; and providing a second electrode on the crystallized semiconductor. The photo-absorptive layer is polycrystalline silicon doped with the first impurity at a low concentration. The second semiconductor layer is a polycrystalline silicon comprising the second impurity or an amorphous silicon comprising the second impurity. A metal layer (130) comprising chromium, tungsten, or molybdenum is disposed between the buffer layer and the first electrode. At least one of the first and second electrodes may include a transparent conductive material comprising zinc oxide, indium tin oxide, or indium zinc oxide. The second electrode comprises an opaque metal comprising chromium, tungsten, molybdenum, silver, or aluminum. The buffer layer includes silicon oxide or silicon nitride.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a cross-sectional view showing a process of manufacturing a solar cell module.    Substrate (110)    Buffer layer (120)    Metal layer (130)    First electrode (140)    Polycrystalline semiconductor (151-153)    Second electrode (160)
NOVELTY - Fabricating a solar cell panel with a modified improved glass panel (10) comprises exposing a portion of a glass panel to a titanium(Ti):sapphire laser (32); and etching one or more holographic grating configurations on a layer in a particular design using the Ti:sapphire laser.    USE - Method of fabricating a solar cell panel (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The beam characteristics of the Ti-sapphire laser interact non-linearly with the glass substrate and cause ablation of the glass in a manner that enables the creation of a grating structure without the thermal damage usually encountered when using slower lasers to write to a substrate in this manner. Custom holographic gratings or images can be created at a very low cost without the use of any chemicals. The holographic gratings can be created that are suitable for use in infra-red, visible and even UV light applications.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a modified solar panel comprising at least one solar cell and a holographic grating designed to deflect infrared and near infrared wavelengths, or to focus visible light wavelengths adapted to the light absorption and photovoltaic conversion characteristics of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a perspective representation of the laser apparatus etching a holographic focusing or deflection etched grating pattern into a glass panel.    Glass panel (10)    Interior region (12)    Gratings and etching structures (20)    Laser (32)    Laser light lines (36)
NOVELTY - The method involves rotating a glass plate (2) sucked to a rotation suction disc (5). The rotation is stopped for every 90 degrees for moving rotation suction disc and glass plate linearly through grinding wheel (23) provided in middle of linear movement. A linear edge (19) of lower end of glass plate rotated and positioned in parallel with linear movement is grind-processed. An auxiliary suction disc (27) is provided for moving linearly with glass plate aside from rotation suction disc and fixing glass plate by suction in vicinity of grinding point of grinding wheel.    USE - Grinding method of glass plate for solar cell, liquid crystal TV, plasma TV, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the glass plate is fixed by the auxiliary suction disc in vicinity of grinding point of grinding wheel, the recess is not produced, even if lost-motion, backlash, etc are exit in rotating shaft of rotation suction disc and if grinding loads acts on glass plate. The surface fog grinding is eliminated as the level of edges I grinding point is constant. Therefore the grinding process with the high linear precision is performed and good-quality grinding process is obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the glass plate processing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of the glass plate processing apparatus.    Glass plate (2)    Rotation suction disc (5)    Linear edge (19)    Grinding wheel (23)    Auxiliary suction disc (27)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) thin film solar cells comprises mounting a substrate onto a heating plate and depositing a film onto the substrate, where during the mounting step, a buffer layer is placed between the heating plate and a mounting surface of the substrate, covering at least a middle region of the substrate mounting surface.    USE - The method is used for manufacturing copper indium gallium selenide thin film solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method manufactures copper indium gallium selenide thin film solar cells having improved mechanical stability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a film for manufacturing thin film solar cells.    Substrate (1)    Buffer layer (3)    Heating plate (5)    Mounting surface (12)    Heating element (55)    Middle region (121)    Border region (122)
NOVELTY - The method involves executing a pattern mask process to each area of silicon-based film that is grown a substrate (21). Nanometer metal particles (23) are provided on areas of substrate that is exposed from silicon-based film (22). A metal catalytic film is grown on transparent conductive film so that another substrate, transparent conductive film and metal catalytic film are together form laminate. The laminate is inverted and provided on substrate and metal catalytic film, and electrolyte is provided on substrate and metal catalytic film.    USE - Method for making solar cells with sensitized quantum dots.    ADVANTAGE - The nanometer metal particles are provided on areas of substrate that is exposed from silicon-based film, the quantum dots that are made of nanometer particles that absorb visible light of sunlit and convert photons into electron-hole pairs. Thus the hot electrons effectively convert photons into electron-hole pairs with increased photovoltaic efficiency and the photocurrent and reduced cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the nanometer metal particles.    Substrate (21)    Silicon-based film (22)    Nanometer metal particles (23)    Metal electrode (24)
NOVELTY - Producing high purity silicon, comprises: injecting at least one fluidizing gas and at least one silicon-bearing gas into the fluidized bed reactor (200), heating the fluidized bed reactor with the at least one reactor heater (240) to a temperature sufficient for thermal decomposition of silicon; and collecting the high purity silicon that has been produced and deposited on the fluidized silicon beads (210), where the ceramic protective layer is resistant to corrosion by the at least one fluidizing gas or the at least one silicon-bearing gas.    USE - The method is useful for producing high purity silicon (claimed), which is useful in the production of electronic components and solar panel construction.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides silicon with high purity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Producing high purity silicon comprises: injecting at least one fluidizing gas into a fluidized bed reactor, where the fluidized bed reactor (200) comprises a chamber constructed of a metal alloy, the chamber including a gas inlet and an effluent outlet; a ceramic protective layer deposited on an inside surface of the chamber; a bed of silicon beads (210) disposed within the chamber; and at least one reactor heater; injecting at least one silicon-bearing gas into the fluidized bed reactor, heating the fluidized bed reactor with the at least one reactor heater (240) to a temperature sufficient for thermal decomposition of silicon; and collecting the high purity silicon that has been produced and deposited on the fluidized silicon beads; where the ceramic protective layer is resistant to corrosion by the at least one fluidizing gas or the at least one silicon-bearing gas.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of fluidized bed reactor.    Fluidized bed reactor (200)    Column (205)    Silicon beads (210)    Fluidizing gases (215)    Heater. (240)
NOVELTY - A paste composition contains electroconductive component (A), glass powder (B) and binder resin (C) having acid value of 2 mg potassium hydroxide/g or more. The component (A) contains 60 weight% or more of flake-shaped aluminum powder having 50 weight% particle diameter of 2-20 mu m and average thickness of 0.1-1 mu m.    USE - Paste composition is used for forming electrode of solar cell element (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The electrode formed using the paste composition has excellent adhesiveness with respect to support, and reduced resistance value.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell element, which has electrode formed using the paste composition on silicon substrate.
NOVELTY - A paste composition comprises an electroconductive component containing flaky aluminum (60 wt.% or more) having 50 wt.% particle diameter of 2-20 mu m and an average thickness of 0.1-1 mu m, glass powder, and a binder resin having a base number of 2 mg potassium hydroxide/g or more.    USE - Paste composition is used for forming electrodes on silicon base material of solar cell elements (claimed). Can also be used for photodiodes and other light receiving elements.    ADVANTAGE - The paste composition enables formation of electrodes with low resistance value and excellent adhesiveness with support, without film thickening.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell element.
NOVELTY - Solar energy storage device with an angle-adjustable solar panel comprises: (a) a solar panel; (b) fixed supporters for supporting the solar panel; (c) a battery for storing electric power converted from solar energy absorbed by the solar panel; (d) a transmission interface for supplying the electric power stored in the battery to an external device; and (e) movable supporters designed to engage with the fixed supporters for jointly propping up the solar panel.    USE - Used as solar energy storage device.    ADVANTAGE - Each of the fixed supporters and the movable supporters is provided with an adjuster for adjusting the height of the fixed supporter or the length of the movable supporter so that the solar panel can be posed at different angles and heights, thus ensuring the optimal light absorbing efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solar energy storage device with an angle-adjustable solar panel comprises: (a) a solar panel; (b) at least two fixed supporters connected to a lower surface of the solar panel for supporting the solar panel; (c) a battery coupled with one of the fixed supporters for storing electric power converted from solar energy absorbed by the solar panel; (d) a transmission interface deposited on the fixed supporter for supplying the electric power stored in the battery to an external device; and (e) at least two movable supporters coupled to one side of the solar panel and designed to engage with the fixed supporters for jointly propping up the solar panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar energy storage device.    Solar panel (1)    Fixed supporters (2)    Movable supporters (3)    Battery (21)    Transmission interface (22)    Adjuster (23)
NOVELTY - Portable solar cell apparatus comprises: (a) a base; (b) solar cell units disposed at the base; (c) a light guide element having integrally formed funnel-shaped light guide units, where the light guide element is disposed at the base, each of the funnel-shaped light guide units guides light to the respective solar cell unit; and (d) Fresnel lens units, where each of the lens unit is disposed at the respective funnel-shaped light guide unit.    USE - The portable solar cell apparatus is useful for converting solar energy to electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The portable solar cell apparatus has light concentration and guide functions that improve photoelectric conversion efficiency and power generation efficiency, and has reduced manufacturing difficulty and assembling time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the portable solar cell apparatus.    Base (21)    Solar cell units (22)    Light guide element (23)    Lens units (24)    Light concentrating structures (241)    Reflecting surface (2311)
NOVELTY - Photovoltaic solar cell comprises: (a) a non-single crystal substrate; (b) a nanowire grown from a surface of the non-single crystal substrate; and (c) an electrode coupled to the nanowire, where the nanowire is electrically conductive and is for absorbing electromagnetic wave and generating a current.    USE - The photovoltaic solar cell is useful for converting light energy into electrical current.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing costs is greatly reduced since it does not involve expensive materials. If the apparatus is reverse biased, nanowires can absorb electromagnetic wave having a wide range of energy and convert it into electrical current with higher speed and efficiency than at zero bias.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an apparatus for a solar cell comprising: (a) a non-single crystal substrate; and (b) a nanowire for absorbing electromagnetic wave and generating a current; and    (2) a method for fabricating a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side section view of the apparatus includes nanowires.    Light (110)    Energy (112)    Nanowires (502,504,506)    Electrodes (508,510,512,514)    Protruding portions (516,518,520,522)    Non-single crystal substrate (524)
NOVELTY - A solar cell device comprises a substrate (1), the substrate having a first surface (11) and a second surface (12), the first surface having a recessed hole, the recessed hole comprising a bottom and a sidewall, the bottom having an area smaller than that of opening of the recessed hole, the recessed hole having a depth of 20-500 mu m; a first ohmic electrode (2); an anti-reflective layer (3); a second ohmic electrode; and a light absorption region.    USE - The solar cell device is used to convert the energy of sunlight directly into electricity by the photovoltaic effect.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is provided where its light absorption area is close to a heat-dissipation apparatus, thus excellent dissipation efficiency is obtained. The solar cell has a strong structure, an easy fabrication method and a low cost, thus is fit for mass-production.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar cell device.    Substrate (1)    First ohmic electrode (2)    Anti-reflective layer (3)    First surface (11)    Second surface (12)
NOVELTY - An electrode has sequential lamination of conductive adhesive layer containing spherical graphite, carbon black and binder, and electrode composition layer containing electrode active material and binder on collector side.    USE - Electrode is used for electrochemical element (claimed) for lithium ion secondary battery, electrical double layer capacitor and lithium ion capacitor used as power supply for electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, solar cell, electric power generation storage system and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The electrochemical element using electrode has excellent strength and internal resistance, and can be manufactured by a simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electrochemical element.
NOVELTY - A liquid conductive adhesive composition contains electroconductive particles containing metals except lead, thermosetting resin and flux activator. The metal contained in electroconductive particles has melting point of 220 degrees C or less.    USE - Liquid conductive adhesive composition is used for components e.g. tin-silver-copper solder for connecting electrode and wiring component in manufacture of photovoltaic cell for solar cell module (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The component using liquid conductive adhesive composition effectively connects electrode and wiring component in manufacture of photovoltaic cell. The solar cell module has excellent reliability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of photovoltaic cell (6); and    (2) connecting component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of surface side of photovoltaic cell in solar cell module.    Surface electrode (3a)    Wiring component (4)    Photovoltaic cell (6)    Grid electrode (7)
NOVELTY - The solar cell unit (10) has a surface-protection sheet (14) having fluorine resin, which covers the light-receiving surface (12a) of photovoltaic cell (12). An ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer (EVA) resin (18) is attached with sheet and cell while covering the photovoltaic cell. A heat wire low-transmission film (20) having metal inorganic oxide and metal microparticles is attached on opposite side to photovoltaic cell of surface-protection sheet such that the transmittance of heat wire is lower than light of wavelength shorter than the wavelength of the heat wire.    USE - Solar cell unit installed in roof or outer wall of building (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the heat wire low-transmission film is attached on opposite side to photovoltaic cell of surface-protection sheet, the temperature rise of the solar cell unit by the heat wire can be prevented efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for construction method of solar cell unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell unit.    Solar cell unit (10)    Photovoltaic cell (12)    Light-receiving surface (12a)    Surface-protection sheet (14)    EVA resin (18)    Heat wire low-transmission film (20)
NOVELTY - The solar cell unit (10) has a surface-protection sheet (14) having fluorine resin, which covers light-receiving surface (12a) of photovoltaic cell (12). An ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer (EVA) resin (18) is attached with sheet and cell while covering the cell. A heat wire low-transmission coating material (20) having metal inorganic oxide and metal microparticles is coated in the opposite side to the photovoltaic cell of surface-protection sheet such that the transmittance of heat wire is lower than light of wavelength shorter than wavelength of heat wire.    USE - Solar cell unit installed in roof or outer wall of building (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the heat wire low-transmission coating material is coated in the opposite side to the photovoltaic cell of surface-protection sheet, the temperature rise of the solar cell unit by the heat wire can be prevented efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for construction method of solar cell unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell unit.    Solar cell unit (10)    Photovoltaic cell (12)    Light-receiving surface (12a)    Surface-protection sheet (14)    EVA resin (18)    Heat wire low-transmission coating material (20)
NOVELTY - The collector (1) has resin layer that is made of electroactive polymer material, and expands and shrinks based on the application of electric field. The resin layer includes an electric-field non-responsive polymer material such as polypropylene (2), such that dipole moment of electroactive polymer material is larger than dipole moment of non-responsive polymer material.    USE - Collector for use in lithium ion secondary battery (claimed) mounted in electric vehicle such as two-wheeled vehicle e.g. motorbike and four-wheeled vehicle, commercial vehicle such as passenger car, truck, bus, electric trains and light car, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - By expansion and contraction of collector, the stress produced by expansion and contraction of active material can be relieved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings shows the sectional views illustrating the state of collector before applying electric field and state after applying electric field.    Collector (1)    Polypropylene (2)    Liquid crystal elastomer (3)    Principal chain (4)    Liquid crystal molecule (5)
NOVELTY - A photoelectrochromic device comprises a transparent substrate; a thin film solar cell(s) formed on the substrate, and comprising an anode, a photoelectric converting layer, and a cathode, where part of the surface of the anode is exposed from the thin film solar cell; a photoelectrochromic film(s) formed on the exposed surface of the cathode; and an electrolytic layer covering the photoelectrochromic film(s).    USE - A photoelectrochromic device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing the photoelectrochromic device.
NOVELTY - The ceramic substrate comprises a ceramic main body and a flat buffering layer having respective coefficients of thermal expansion (CTEm,CTEp) that satisfy a predetermined relation formula 1: Absolute value of CTEm-CTEp is not more than 3asterisk10-6/degree centigrade, the warping degree of the ceramic substrate is less than 0.5%, the softening temperature of the ceramic main body is not less than 800 degrees centigrade and the softening temperature of the flat buffering layer is not less than 500 degrees centigrade.    USE - Ceramic substrate for applications, such as but not limited to, solar battery, light-emitting diode, Integrated circuit (IC) sealing, micro-motor, electronic device or thin-film transistor.    ADVANTAGE - Keeps the warping degree of the ceramic substrate about less than 0.5%.
NOVELTY - A methano fullerene derivative (I) having average of chemical shift values of specified carbon in 13C-NMR of 80.10 ppm or more, is new.    USE - New methano fullerene derivative is used as electron transport material for photoelectric conversion element (claimed), organic field effect transistor, electroluminescent element and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The methano fullerene derivative has excellent charge mobility and charge separation ability. The photoelectric conversion element containing the methano fullerene derivative has excellent electronic characteristics and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A methano fullerene derivative of formula (I) having average of chemical shift values of specified carbon in 13C-NMR of 80.10 ppm or more, is new.    X1,X2=monovalent group derived from aromatic hydrocarbyl, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbyl, hetero aromatic ring hydrocarbyl containing hetero atom in structure or polycyclic hetero aromatic ring hydrocarbyl, or monovalent group derived from aromatic hydrocarbyl, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbyl, hetero aromatic ring hydrocarbyl containing hetero atom in structure or polycyclic hetero aromatic ring hydrocarbyl (all optionally substituted by halo, alkyl, alkoxy, alkylthio or aryl), or monovalent group derived from oligomer to 30 monomer-units of aromatic hydrocarbyl, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbyl, hetero aromatic ring hydrocarbyl containing hetero atom in structure or polycyclic hetero aromatic ring hydrocarbyl, or alkyl, alkoxy, alkoxyalkyl, alkylthio or alkylthio alkyl;    FL=fullerene;    C2,C2'=carbon atoms on FL;and    n=1-10.    FL, X1 and X2 are connected by methine carbon (C1). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photoelectric conversion element.
NOVELTY - A resin composition comprises resin matrix and additive (0.01-40% of resin matrix). The resin matrix is obtained by mixing first resin (30-90 wt.%) and second resin (10-70 wt.%). The first resin is polyethylene and/or copolymer of ethylene and 3-10C alpha -olefin, and has density of 0.910-0.940 g/cm3 and melting point of 110-127 degrees C. The second resin is copolymer of ethylene and polar group-containing monomer (2-20%), and has melting point of 75-105 degrees C.    USE - Resin composition used for forming resin plate for packaging solar battery component or as adhesive for bonding back protection plate and photoelectric conversion element of solar battery component (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The resin plate formed from resin composition has melt flow velocity of 0.5-15 g/10 minutes at 190 degrees C. Hot melting performance, adhesion performance and thermal resistance of solar battery component are satisfied without subsequent crosslinking reaction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a solar battery component comprising transparent front plate glass, front resin plate, photoelectric conversion element, back resin plate, and back protection plate. The back resin plate is obtained from resin composition.
NOVELTY - A conductive slurry comprises (wt.%) metal powder (60-85), inorganic binder (0-5), organic carrier (10-25) and additive (0.1-2). The conductive metal powder includes two types of metal powder with large grain size of 4-6 mu m and small grain size of 1-100 nm.    USE - A conductive slurry used for solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The slurry greatly improves photoelectric conversion efficiency of solar battery; has uniform exterior appearance and texture, and smooth surface; and can be stored for a long period without sediment.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method of preparing conductive slurry by mixing and melting oxide powder, and carrying out ball milling to obtain inorganic binder glass powder; dissolving thickening agent in organic solvent to obtain organic carrier; and adding inorganic binder glass powder with metal powder and additive, mixing, and grinding.
NOVELTY - Solar cell having light condensing devices comprises: (a) a substrate; (b) a solar converting layer, which is configured on the substrate; and (c) light condensing devices, which is configured over the solar converting layer.    USE - Used as solar cell having light condensing devices.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has larger effective area, which provides for improved efficiency of solar cell energy converting power.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic diagram of forming light condensing device.    Substrate (102)    First electrode (104)    First type semiconductive layer (106)    Second type semiconductive layer (108)    Micro light condensing device (110)    Second electrode (116)
NOVELTY - An optical filter contains naphtholactam derivative(s) (I).    USE - Optical filter e.g. color conversion filter having wavelength conversion ability, is used in color conversion light-emitting device and photoelectric conversion device (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to LCDs, plasma display panels, organic electroluminescent devices, image sensors, personal computers, word processors, audio equipment, video equipment, car navigation systems, telephone apparatus, mobile terminal devices, industrial measuring devices, solar cells, fluorescent lamps, and dye lasers.    ADVANTAGE - The optical filter enables high-definition, high-intensity and highly efficient multi-color display, and can be manufactured with high productivity. The optical filter has excellent light resistance and large stoke shift.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An optical filter contains naphtholactam derivative(s) of formula (I).    X=oxygen atom or sulfur atom;    R1-R6,Y'=H, halo, nitro, cyano, aldehyde group, carboxy, hydroxy, -NRR', organic silyl, or 1-30C alkyl, 6-30C aryl, or 7-30C arylalkyl (all optionally substituted), with coupling of methylene group in alkyl, arylalkyl, aryl, and naphtho lactam structure being optionally interrupted by -O-, -S-, -SO2-, -CO-, -OCO-, or -COO-, and continuous methylene being represented by -CH=CH- or -CC-;and    R,R'=H, or 1-30C alkyl or 6-30C aryl (both optionally substituted).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) color conversion light-emitting device consisting of a light emission portion and the optical filter; and    (2) photoelectric conversion device consisting of a photoelectric conversion element and the optical filter.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the optical filter.    Support (100)    Undercoat (110)    Optical function layer (120)    Reflection prevention layer (130)    Hard-coat layer (140)
NOVELTY - Manufacturing an optoelectronic device, involves: preparing a suspension of nanotubes; filtering the suspension to form a thin film of nanotubes on a filtration membrane; and depositing the thin film over a substrate.    USE - For manufacturing an optoelectronic device (claimed) which is used in consumer products, including flat panel displays, computer monitors, televisions, billboards, lights for interior or exterior illumination and/or signaling, heads up displays, fully transparent displays, flexible displays, laser printers, telephones, cell phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), laptop computers, digital cameras, camcorders, viewfinders, micro-displays, solar cells, photodetectors, photodetector arrays, photosensors, vehicles, large-area wall, theater or stadium screens, signs, and phototransistors, including products that include photovoltaic devices such as solar power systems, solar-powered calculators, road signs, cameras, and cell phones.    ADVANTAGE - The electrodes have conductivities, transparencies, and other features comparable to other materials typically used as electrodes in optoelectronic devices, which leads to greater production efficiency compared to previous methods, as one can produce a large quantity of the highly concentrated single-walled nanotubes (SWNT) suspension. The SWNT based devices exhibit surprisingly good photocurrent density considering their relatively low transmittance compared with the ITO coated plastic substrates. The photocurrent produced from the higher transmittance SWNT films is comparable to that of the devices based on indium-tin oxide (ITO) coated plastic.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a device comprising: a first electrode comprising a film of nanotubes; a smoothing layer disposed on the film of nanotubes; a second electrode; and an organic layer disposed between and in electrical contact with the first electrode and the second electrode.
NOVELTY - The SSG crucible (150) has primary crucible material (151) made of quartz on which silicon is loaded. A secondary crucible material (155) made of graphite or silicon carbide, is formed on the primary crucible material.    USE - Solution-sol-gel (SSG) crucible used for manufacture of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - High quality ingot can be produced and the manufacturing cost of ingot can be reduced. The durability of SSG crucible can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the SSG crucible.    Crucible (150)    Primary crucible material (151)    Secondary crucible material (155)
NOVELTY - IB-group metallic compound, IIIB-group metallic compound and VIB-group element and/or its compound are dissolved in polar organic solvent, to obtain raw material solution. The obtained raw material solution is heated and polar organic solvent in the solution is made into supercritical state, to obtain chalcopyrite-type microparticles.    USE - Manufacture of chalcopyrite-type microparticles used for coating solution for forming semiconductor layer for solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method efficiently provides chalcopyrite-type microparticles having high purity and crystallinity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation of semiconductor layer, which involves preparing coating solution by dispersing chalcopyrite-type microparticles in organic liquid carrier, applying coating solution on a base material, heating the coating solution and sintering the chalcopyrite-type microparticles in coating solution.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic structure of chalcopyrite-type microparticles manufacturing apparatus.    Container for raw material solution (1)    Pump (2)    Heater (3)    Cooler (4)    Back pressure valve (5)
NOVELTY - A solar cell has sequential lamination of light absorption layer, zinc compound-containing layer, buffer layer and window layer on a substrate.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has high efficiency, and is environmentally-friendly.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell has sequential lamination of light absorption layer, zinc compound-containing layer, buffer layer and window layer on a substrate. The zinc compound contained in zinc compound-containing layer is of formula: ZnxAy, where A is sulfur, selenium or tellurium, x and y are 0-2. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves pre-sintering encapsulating materials to an optical cathode conductive glass substrate. An optical anode conductive glass substrate is abutted with the optical cathode conductive glass substrate. A radiation source is used for generating heat to soften the encapsulating materials. A sealing strip is arranged between two conductive glasses after cooling and realizing encapsulation of a dye sensitization solar battery. A doped material is doped with a transition metal i.e. vanadium, lanthanum or neodymium, which reduces a melting point.    USE - Method for encapsulating a dye sensitization solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables avoiding high temperature encapsulation and decomposition of sensitization dye and ensuring better air-tightness and better mechanical intensity.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating a dye sensitization solar battery encapsulating method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves etching a gallium nitride (GaN) sample platform and forming a stepped sample structure. A microstructural mask layer is formed on the platform. The platform is etched for another time to form a nanometer columnar array. A filler is spin coated on the GaN sample with the nanometer columnar array. A current expansion layer is formed on a planarized GaN sample with the nanometer columnar array. A metal is deposited on the current expansion layer and the platform to produce a n/p electrode. A microstructural mask layer is formed on the platform.    USE - Solar battery production method for a third nitride nanometer array structure.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables avoiding rough electrode area, strengthening adhesion of the sedimented metal and increasing electric connection. The method can be implemented in a simple and quick manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The filler is a photoresist, polyimide or spin-coated glass.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram of a production method of solar battery of a third nitride nanometer array structure.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The box has a control box body (1) whose side surface is sequentially provided with a solar cell panel port (2) and an LED lamp port (3). The side surface of the control box body is provided with a universal serial bus (USB) charge port (4). Inner and outer units of the control box body are provided with a built-in lithium battery and an LED lamp switch (5). The control box body is internally provided with a USB step-up circuit, an LED lamp constant-current drive circuit, a lithium battery electric quantity detection and display circuit.    USE - Solar illumination mini control box.    ADVANTAGE - The box can realize highly efficient illumination by utilizing solar energy, and is simple in structure. The box enables utilizing the universal serial bus (USB) charge port for charging process.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar illumination mini control box.    Control box body (1)    Solar cell panel port (2)    LED lamp port (3)    Universal serial bus charge port (4)    LED lamp switch (5)
NOVELTY - The shoe has a solar cell (4) mounted on a top end of a shoe upper (1). A lithium battery (5) is mounted in a shoe heel (3). The solar cell is connected with the lithium battery. A resistance wire (6) is equipped with a sole (2). The lithium battery is connected with the resistance wire.    USE - Solar shoe.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell is connected with the lithium battery to convert solar energy into electricity that is stored in the lithium battery. The solar cell is mounted on the top end of the shoe upper and the lithium battery is connected with the resistance wire on the sole, so that the solar cell can charge the lithium battery with sunlight in the daytime, thus enabling the electricity stored in the lithium battery to be supplied to the resistance wire that is heated by the electricity to heat and care the foot.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side perspective view of a solar shoe.    Shoe upper (1)    Sole (2)    Shoe heel (3)    Solar cell (4)    Lithium battery (5)    Resistance wire (6)
NOVELTY - The battery is provided with a bottom electrode, n-type silicon wafer, a transparent conductive oxide film (TCO) and a reflection-relieving film, where the wafer is monocrystal silicon wafer or multi-crystal silicon wafer. The wafer is provided with positive-intrinsic-negative (PIN) structure with intrinsic semiconductor layers. The reflection-relieving film is a porous silicon dioxide (SiO2) film, nanofiber SiO2 film or titanium dioxide (TiO2) compound film. The TCO is Silver (Ag), Aluminum (Al), Gallium (Ga) and doped zinc oxide (ZnO) or transparent conductive oxide film material (ITO).    USE - Highly-transformed silicon wafer and film compound type uni-junction positive-intrinsic-negative (PIN) solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery improves an interface performance between the layers by a laser crystallizing technique, a plasma doping technique, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) transitory layer technique and improves transformation rate. The battery utilizes a hydrogenating technique to improve property of material of the layers and light transmission rate and conductivity between transparent electric film material and an interface. The battery has high stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for method for producing highly-transformed silicon wafer and film compound type uni-junction Positive-intrinsic-negative (PIN) solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram illustrating a highly-transformed silicon wafer and film compound type uni-junction positive-intrinsic-negative solar battery .'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The technique involves using insulation polymer as main molding material doped with conduction material to form coating. Conductivity of the insulation polymer is achieved by doping with conductive particles to provide free electron carrier. The doped conduction material comprises metal powder i.e. aurum, silver, nickel, zinc or aluminum, non-metal powder i.e. graphite or amorphous carbon black, and metal oxide i.e. zinc oxide, tin oxide or silicon carbide, for doping to the polymer with proper proportion to make the polymer turn into a conductor or a semiconductor.    USE - Technique for coating solar energy batteries.    ADVANTAGE - The technique enables coating solar energy batteries through easy operation technique in an inexpensive manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating a technique for coating solar energy batteries.
NOVELTY - The technique involves producing a mask e.g. silicon oxide, on a face of a silicon sheet before forming dispersion by performing plasma chemical vapor deposition process (PCVD) for 600 to 1000 seconds, where precipitation thickness of the mask is 50 to 150 nanometers. The silicon sheet is washed by 5 to 10 percentage of hydrogen fluoride solution for 2 to 15 minutes after forming dispersion to remove phosphorus-silicon glass (PSG) and mask on back part of the silicon sheet.    USE - Technique for producing a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The technique enables avoiding short circuit between upper and lower electrodes of the silicon sheet, thus ensuring efficiency of a solar battery. The method enables inactivation of the back part of the silicon sheet, thus improving photoelectric efficiency of the battery, where the solar battery is suitable for industrial production.
NOVELTY - Ceramic casting for shape forming of a ceramic green body comprises: (a) dispersing fine ceramic particles in a polymerizable solvent to form a colloidal ceramic suspension; (b) casting the ceramic suspension into the required shape, and (c) polymerizing the solvent to solidify the ceramic suspension and form the ceramic green body.    USE - The methods are useful for ceramic casting for shape forming of ceramic green body; and for producing ceramic part (all claimed). The ceramic green body is useful in solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), solar cells, gas sensors, biomedical devices, and gas separation membranes.    ADVANTAGE - The invention provides ceramic casting method that ensures uniform pore size and distribution within the final ceramic part.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are:    (1) a ceramic green body formed using the ceramic casting method;    (2) a method of producing a ceramic part comprising sintering the ceramic green body formed according to the ceramic casting method; and    (3) a ceramic part formed by sintering the ceramic green body.
NOVELTY - In the method of making a shunt diode for solar batteries of spacecraft, which involves formation of dielectric insulation on the working side in an epitaxial layer of a silicon monocrystalline substrate, formation of a p-n junction through deposition with subsequent up-diffusion, metal coating of the working side of the substrate, thinning the substrate on the reverse non-working side, metal coating the non-working side and connecting electroconductive buses, thinning the substrate on the reverse non-working side is carried out after formation of a photosensitive layer on the working side of the substrate illuminated with a UV beam through successive abrasive treatment and plasmochemical etching of the non-working side, after which the photosensitive layer is removed in a developer, where plasmochemical etching is carried out at a depth of not less than 10 mcm at temperature not higher than 120 degrees C, and thickness of the photosensitive layer is selected using a defined relationship, depending on the thickness of the metal coating on the working side.    USE - Physics.    ADVANTAGE - High reproducibility of the manufacturing process and manufacturability of the article. 1 dwg
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic silicon wafer solar cell (1) has a front electrode, an absorber (2) and a metallic rear electrode (5), where the rear electrode-facing surface of a wafer is passivated by doping or by a separate coating. A layer (4) is formed between the absorber and the rear electrode, where the layer has light scattering or reflective properties. The passivated coating is made of silicon oxide or silicon nitride.    USE - Photovoltaic silicon wafer solar cell for a solar module (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The rear electrode-facing surface of a wafer is passivated by doping or by a separate coating, where a layer is formed between the absorber and the rear electrode, and hence ensures improving lighting applications in an effective manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic partial sectional view of a photovoltaic silicon wafer solar cell.    Solar cell (1)    Lines (3)    Absorber (4)    Light scattering layer (4)    Rear electrode (5)
NOVELTY - A sheet (4) has a gap formed by heat-fusing heat-bondable resin powder. The apparent density of sheet is 20-70% of true density of heat bondable resin.    USE - Sheet is used for sealing material of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The sheet has low thermal contraction rate, and provides sealing material of solar cell with high flexibility, transparency and productivity. The fraction defective of solar cell is reduced. The sealing material of solar cell has high durability and workability. The solar cell element is prevented from damage by external force.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of sheet for sealing material of solar cell.    Surface-side protection component (1)    Back surface side protection component (2)    Solar cell element (3)    Sheet for sealing material (4)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a reservoir (117) that is positioned between a cathode supply and a fuel cell stack (106). The reservoir includes corrugated regions positioned axially along the reservoir to accumulate water discharged from a fluid stream. The fluid stream absorbs the accumulated water when an amount of water within the fluid stream is below a water level to hydrate the stack.    USE - Fuel cell hydration apparatus for vehicle (claimed) e.g. hybrid vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The adequate amount of water in the membrane of each fuel cell avoids the degradation and reduces membrane resistance to meet performance. The amount of time available to hydrate the membranes is controlled by controlling the volume of the corrugated regions within the reservoir.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the fuel cell stack hydrating system.    Fuel cell stack hydrating system (100)    Compressor (104)    Fuel cell stack (106)    Tank (108)    Reservoir (117)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing ordinary solar cell with anti-reflection layer (214). The anti-reflection layer is coated with film of silicon nitride and silicon oxide. The silicon/nitrogen ratio and the temperature are regulated for forming silicon-rich film via doping anti-reflection layer with silicon from film of silicon nitride and silicon oxide. The silicon in silicon-rich film is precipitated based on the mechanism of phase separation forming silicon quantum dots (3) of various sizes in anti-reflection layer.    USE - Method for manufacturing full-spectrum solar cell such as single-crystal silicon solar cell, multi-crystal silicon solar cell, thin-film silicon-based solar cell, group III-V compound solar cell and group II-VI compound solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Full-spectrum solar cell with anti-reflection layer doped with silicon quantum dots are provided. The electron hole pairs are far from superficial defects and can efficiently be absorbed by full-spectrum solar cell so that the efficiency of the conversion of sunlit into electricity is increased greatly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell.    Full-spectrum solar cell (2)    Silicon quantum dots (3)    P-type substrate (211)    N-type diffusion layer (212)    Anti-reflection layer (214)
NOVELTY - Fabricating a thin film solar cell, comprises: introducing a reaction solution into a reaction chamber (10); fixing a supporter (100) to a loader (102); disposing the loader in the reaction chamber to immerse the supporter into the reaction solution (104); and heating the supporter to form a buffer layer.    USE - The method is useful for fabricating a thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method is inexpensive, and improves the electrical and optical characteristics of the solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an apparatus for fabricating a thin film solar cell, comprising: a reaction chamber mounted with an inlet to introduce a reaction solution and an outlet to remove waste water; and a loader disposed in the reaction chamber and being capable of moving up and down.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the process of fabricating thin film solar cell.    Reaction chamber (10)    Supporter (100)    Loader (102)    Reaction solution (104)    Light absorbing layer. (106)
NOVELTY - Forming a photovoltaic device (20) involves forming textured intermediate epitaxial film over a deformation textured metal; removing the deformation textured metal; and then forming a semiconductor layer over the textured intermediate epitaxial film. The method further involves forming a substrate (32) over the textured intermediate epitaxial film prior to forming the semiconductor layer; and forming a photovoltaic stack over the semiconductor layer, thus forming the photovoltaic device. The semiconductor layer comprises at least one of p-n or p-i-n junction (26).    USE - For forming a photovoltaic device (claimed), such as solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion efficiency of the photovoltaic device is at least 80% of a photoelectric conversion efficiency of the photovoltaic stack on a single crystal semiconductor substrate. The method enables the low-cost production of state-of-the-art photovoltaic devices since the substrate materials are less expensive than traditional substrates. The photovoltaic devices produced on substrate have crystalline structures with small amounts of defects enabling high efficiency conversion of light, such as natural sunlight, to electricity at a very low cost compared to the prior art.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematically side cross-section of one type of photovoltaic device.    Photovoltaic device (20)    p-Type layer (22)    n-Type layer (24)    p-n or p-i-n Junction (26)    Incident light (28)    Substrate (32)    Load (36)
NOVELTY - A transparent conductive substrate (1) comprises a tin oxide layer (5) formed on a base (2). The tin oxide layer has recesses and projections on a surface that is not the base-side surface. An oxide essentially containing titanium is provided on the tin oxide layer surface having recesses and projections. The oxide is in the form of particles having an average diameter of 1-100 nm, and is provided at a density of 10-100 particles/ mu m2.    USE - Transparent conductive substrate is used for solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive substrate improves the fill factor and open circuit voltage of solar cell. The solar cell has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of transparent conductive substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of transparent conductive substrate.    Transparent conductive substrate (1)    Base (2)    Titanium oxide layer (3)    Silicon oxide layer (4)    Tin oxide layer (5)    Titanium oxide (6)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a film-forming chamber (11) having upper portion (22) in a gravitational direction, and a substrate located in substrate surface parallel to gravitational direction on which a film is formed. An electrode unit has a flat-board-like cathode in which voltage is applied and anode facing cathode by spacing apart from cathode, and which is removably provided in the chamber. An attaching/detaching rail (41) provided on the upper portion of the chamber in a direction where the electrode unit is drawn from the chamber, guides the electrode unit.    USE - Film-forming apparatus used in manufacture of thin film solar cell. Can also be used in plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) apparatus, single-wafer plasma enhanced (PE)-CVD apparatus, in-line type PE-CVD apparatus, batch type PE-CVD apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The work burden produced in the maintenance work can be reduced, since electrode unit can be easily drawn from the film-forming chamber. The abnormal discharge generated in the shower plate and the cathode intermediate element is prevented by the exhaust duct. The anode of the adjacent electrode unit which is mutually interfering is prevented by drawing several electrode units from the film-forming chamber. The operation of the electrode unit can be located at high precision so that the film formation chamber position reproducibility is improved. The number of portions and the manufacturing cost of the film forming apparatus can be reduced by the attaching/detaching rail.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the film-forming chamber.    Film-forming chamber (11)    Upper portion (22)    Sides (23,27)    Shutter (25)    Attaching/detaching rail (41)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has water distribution pipe (92) provided in cathode intermediate element (76). The shower plate (75) is contacted with cathode intermediate element and provided with holes (74) to supply gas toward to-be-film-formed surface of substrate (W). The heat exchanging plate (91) is provided between cathode intermediate element and shower plate. A gas flow path is provided on heat exchanging plate to introduce process gas into heat exchanging plate and guide process gas into holes of shower plate. The anode (67) is spaced apart and opposed from cathode unit (68).    USE - Film-forming apparatus used for manufacture of thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the gas channel is provided on heat exchanging plate to introduce process gas into heat exchanging plate and guide the process gas into holes of shower plate, the temperature of the shower plate is maintained as constant so that the temperature rise of the substrate is suppressed. Hence the film-forming process in film formation chamber is increased and quality of the film formed in substrate can be stabilized.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of film-forming apparatus.    Anode (67)    Cathode unit (68)    Holes (74)    Shower plate (75)    Cathode intermediate element (76)    Heat exchanging plate (91)    Water distribution pipe (92)    Substrate (W)
NOVELTY - A photoelectric conversion apparatus (1) converts energy of incident light into electrical energy. A thermal radiation portion (30) is provided in the photoelectric conversion element (10). The photoelectric conversion element consists of a passivation layer (28) provided in the portion contacting the thermal radiation portion and comprising a material containing silicon carbonitride.    USE - Photoelectric conversion apparatus e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion apparatus consists of a passivation layer appropriate to a structure which provides thermal radiation mechanism. The passivation layer contributes to improvement in weather resistance and electric-power generation efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the photoelectric conversion apparatus.    Photoelectric conversion apparatus (1)    Photoelectric conversion element (10)    Electrode layers (20,26)    Electric power generation laminate (22)    Passivation layer (28)    Thermal radiation portion (30)    N-type-semiconductor layer (221)    I-type semiconductor layer (222)    P-type-semiconductor layer (223)
NOVELTY - A transparent conductive substrate (10) consists of a silicon oxide layer (13) and tin oxide layers (16,17) provided sequentially from the substrate side on a substrate (11). On the silicon oxide layer between the silicon oxide layer and tin oxide layer, a discontinuous convex portion (14) consisting of tin oxide, and a crystalline thin film (15) consisting of an oxide not containing tin oxide, are provided.    USE - Transparent conductive substrate is used for solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive substrate has a high haze rate equivalent to that of existing transparent conductive substrate. The tin oxide layer absorbs a lesser amount of light having a wavelength of 400 nm. The substrate provides solar cells having excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of transparent conductive substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the transparent conductive substrate.    Transparent conductive substrate (10)    Substrate (11)    Titanium oxide layer (12)    Silicon oxide layer (13)    Discontinuous convex portion (14)    Crystalline thin film (15)    Tin oxide layers (16,17)
NOVELTY - A sealing material contains thermoplastic polymer containing structural unit derived from ethylene, and phosphite compound (I).    USE - Sealing material is used for molded product for cell of solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The molded product formed using the sealing material has excellent durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sealing material contains thermoplastic polymer containing structural unit derived from ethylene, and phosphite compound of formula (I).    R1,R2,R4,R5=H, 1-8C alkyl, 5-8C cycloalkyl, 6-12C alkyl cycloalkyl, 7-12C aralkyl or phenyl;    X=bivalent group, single bond, or sulfur;    R3=H or 1-8C alkyl;    X=single bond, sulfur or group of formula: -C(-H)(-R6)-;    R6=H, 1-8C alkyl or 5-8C cycloalkyl;    A=2-8C alkylene or group of formula: -C(=O)-R7;    R7=single bond or 1-8C alkylene;and    at least one of Y' and Z=hydroxy, 1-8C alkyl, 1-8C alkoxy, or 7-12C aralkyloxy, and remainder is H or 1-8C alkyl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) usage of phosphite compound for improving durability of sealing material; and    (2) sealing method of cell for solar cell.
NOVELTY - A zinc-oxide-type sintered compact tablet contains zinc-oxide sintered compact including metallic element as dopant, and has relative density of 50-70%, compressive strength of 150 MPa or more, and specific resistance of 1x 102 ohm.cm or less. The difference of the zinc-oxide concentration in the surface and inside with respect to the surface and internal cross-section of the tablet is 0.5 %mass or less, respectively.    USE - Zinc-oxide-type sintered compact tablet. Uses include but are not limited to oxide transparent conductive film for solar cell and liquid crystal element, antistatic film, heat-ray reflecting film used for window glass of motor vehicles and buildings.    ADVANTAGE - The zinc-oxide-type sintered compact tablet has excellent mechanical strength and suppressed generation of splash phenomenon during film formation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of zinc-oxide-type sintered compact tablet.
NOVELTY - A gas-barrier composite material is obtained by coating or impregnating materialized composition with iodine compound and metallic compound. The materialized composition contains compound (A) having 2 or more hydroxyl groups, polyhydric carboxylic acid, and alkali compound. The polyhydric carboxylic acid is chosen from ethylene-maleic acid copolymer and 1,2,3,4-butane tetracarboxylic acid. The mass ratio of compound (A) and polyhydric carboxylic acid is 95/5-5/95. The compound (A) and at least one portion of polyhydric carboxylic acid are crosslinked.    USE - Gas-barrier composite material is used for manufacturing gas-barrier film (both claimed). Uses include but are not limited to organic electroluminescent display device, film-type solar cell, and packaging material for foodstuffs, medical products and sanitary product.    ADVANTAGE - The gas-barrier composite material has excellent gas-barrier property, durability, and hot-water resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of gas-barrier composite material;    (2) gas-barrier film; and    (3) manufacture of gas-barrier film.
NOVELTY - A transparent heat-resistant film is obtained by stretching mixed resin composition containing crystalline polyaryl ketone resin (A), and polyetherimide resin (B) having pyrrolidine-containing repeating unit (I) along one direction. The film has linear expansion coefficient of 50 ppm/ degrees C or less. The film having thickness of 50 mu m or less has haze of 30% or less. The film having thickness of 80 mu m or less has haze of 43% or less.    USE - Transparent heat-resistant film is used for electronic components, solar cell and flexible printed wiring board.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent transparency, heat resistance and dimensional stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A transparent heat-resistant film is obtained by stretching mixed resin composition containing crystalline polyaryl ketone resin (A), and polyetherimide resin (B) having pyrrolidine-containing repeating unit of formula (I) along one direction. The film has linear expansion coefficient of 50 ppm/ degrees C or less. The film having thickness of 50 mu m or less has haze of 30% or less. The film having thickness of 80 mu m or less has haze of 43% or less. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of transparent heat-resistant film, which involves melt-kneading the mixed resin composition, cooling and stretching obtained molded product along one direction.
NOVELTY - A polyester film uses polyester obtained by polymerizing using polycondensation catalyst containing aluminum and/or its compound, and a phosphorus compound having an aromatic group in a molecule, as a main structural component, and contains a UV absorber. The film has a light transmittance of 20% or less at a wavelength of 380 nm, and an intrinsic viscosity of 0.6-0.9 dl/g. The terminal carboxyl group concentration of polyester is 25 eq/ton or less.    USE - Polyester film is used for back-surface sealing sheets and protection sheets of solar cells used outdoor.    ADVANTAGE - The polyester film has excellent thermal stability, hydrolysis resistance, durability, flexibility, and light resistance, and can be manufactured with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of polyester film, which involves melting polyester chips in an extruder, forming an unstretched film by extruding the molten resin from the extruder, stretching the film in at least one direction, and heat-processing the stretched film. The maximum temperature of polyester resin during melting is 280 degrees C or more. The difference between terminal carboxyl concentration of polyester chips and terminal carboxyl concentration of polyester film is 6 eq/ton or less.
NOVELTY - A photocatalyst-coated component consists of a photocatalyst layer provided on a base material. The photocatalyst layer is formed by applying a photocatalyst coating liquid and drying. The coating liquid contains photocatalyst particles consisting of metal oxide partially coated or modified by a substance having a hydrophobic group, a silicone emulsion, and a water-soluble silver compound. The oxidation ability of the photocatalyst particles is stronger than the reducing power.    USE - Photocatalyst-coated component. Uses include but are not limited to window frames, dustproof covers, traffic signs, sound insulation walls used on roads, guard rails, solar cell covers, kitchen panels, illuminating lamps of vehicles, ventilating fans, toilet bowls, bathtubs, and display apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The photocatalyst-coated component has excellent decomposing property with respect to hazardous gas e.g. nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides, anti-mold property, algal resistance, and film strength. Deterioration of base material is suppressed. Generation of odor and environmental pollution accompanying volatilization of organic substance are effectively prevented during coating-film formation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photocatalyst coating liquid.
NOVELTY - The method involves piercing the thin layered solar cells from the front side through the carrier in a narrow region on a flexible carrier. An insulated electro-conductive wire is guided through the formed opening. The insulation of the electric conductive wire is electrically etched locally.    USE - Method for generation of ally flexible thin layered solar cells by interconnected individual cells or cell complexes (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method involves piercing the thin layered solar cells from the front side through the carrier in a narrow region on a flexible carrier, and thus ensures improved generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross-sectional view of a solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Substrate (1)    Metallic layer (2)    Photoactive layer (3)    Buffer layer (4)    Insulating trench (8)
NOVELTY - A photoelectric-conversion element has a photoelectric-conversion layer (30) formed between anode (10) and cathode (20). The photoelectric conversion layer has a mixed layer (34) containing electron-donating material and/or electron-accepting material. The weight ratio of electron-donating material to electron-accepting material in anode side portion of mixed layer is small than the weight ratio of electron-donating material to electron-accepting material in cathode side portion of mixed layer.    USE - Photoelectric-conversion element e.g. organic thin-film solar cell is used as power supply for apparatus (both claimed) e.g. timepiece, mobile telephone, personal computer and electrical appliances. Can also be used for photodiodes and image pick-up elements.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric-conversion element has high photoelectric-conversion efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A photoelectric-conversion element has a photoelectric-conversion layer formed between anode and cathode. The photoelectric conversion layer has a mixed layer containing electron-donating material and/or electron-accepting material. The weight ratio of electron-donating material to electron-accepting material in anode side portion of mixed layer is 1-3. The weight ratio of electron-donating material to electron-accepting material in anode side portion of mixed layer is small than the weight ratio of electron-donating material to electron-accepting material in cathode side portion of mixed layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic sectional view of photoelectric-conversion element. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Anode (10)    Cathode (20)    Photoelectric-conversion layer (30)    Electron-donating material-containing layer (32)    Mixed layer (34)    Electron-accepting material-containing layer (36)
NOVELTY - The P-type-semiconductor film (1) has a pair of semiconductor layers (6a,6b) laminated along the light-incidence direction. The forbidden band width of semiconductor layer (6a) arranged at the light incidence side is larger than that of the semiconductor layer (6b), while the change of forbidden band width produced in an interlayer is step shape. The electron affinity of the layer (6a) is smaller than that of the layer (6b) while the change of electron affinity produced in the interlayer is step shape.    USE - P-type semiconductor film used as light absorption layer in solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the forbidden band width of semiconductor layer arranged at light incidence side is larger than that of other semiconductor layer, the retention of carrier in the layer with most large electron affinity in which the most forbidden band width is smaller can be suppressed, and recombination of a carrier can be reduced, and transport of carrier is inhibited. The photoelectric conversion efficiency of solar cell can be improved by using P-type-semiconductor film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    P-type-semiconductor film (1)    Substrate (2)    Transparent electrode film (3)    Semiconductor layers (6a,6b)    Solar cell (A)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming the thin film of silicon nitride film in the semiconductor surface. A high frequency electrode is arranged and plasma is generated by counter electrode. The thin film which consists of layers on the semiconductor surface by the discharge plasma is formed into film. The thin film of two layers are formed into thickness of less than 10 nm at low speed of 60 nano meter per minute and high speed of 100 nano meter per minute.    USE - Method for forming silicon nitride thin film, for manufacture of thin film transistor array used for thin film for solar cell, photoconductive drum and LCD.    ADVANTAGE - Since the thin film of two layers are formed into thickness of less than 10 nm at low speed of 60 nano meter per minute and high speed of 100 nano meter per minute, the film forming time can be shortened and high surface passivation effect is acquired.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for silicon nitride thin film forming apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating the process of forming thin film. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a base layer (11) that is formed on a substrate (10). An electrolyte layer (12) is formed on the base layer after forming on a planarizing film (51) on specified portion of the base layer. The electrolyte layer is divided by removing planarizing film and portion of electrolyte layer corresponding to the planarizing film.    USE - Manufacturing method of solar cell e.g. solar cell of copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS). Can also be used in solar cell of silicon (Si) type and solar cell of cadmium telluride (CdTe).    ADVANTAGE - The damage caused to the base layer at the time of dividing the electrode layer is suppressed, so that solar cell can be manufactured easily with high precision.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view illustrating the manufacturing method of solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Base layer (11)    Electrolyte layer (12)    Semiconductor layer (13)    Planarizing film (51)
NOVELTY - A cadmium telluride film solar cell is prepared by providing copper thin plate or stainless steel thin plate as back electrode of solar cell, and coating p-type cadmium telluride slurry on the metal plate by silk screen printing method to prepare p-type cadmium telluride film layer; preparing middle transition layer and n-type cadmium sulfide window layer on the p-type cadmium telluride film layer to form p-n junction; plating or printing pectinated front electrode on the window layer; and connecting front electrode and back electrode and welding them together.    USE - Method of preparing cadmium telluride film solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple, convenient and suitable for mass production at low preparation cost. The cost of the cadmium telluride film solar cell is also greatly reduced, and the photoelectric conversion efficiency of the cell is improved.
NOVELTY - The base band includes a lining layer which is made of alloy material. The alloy material is selected from brass alloy, stainless steel, or ferronickel. A diffusion impervious layer is formed on lining layer. The diffusion impervious layer has one or more metal layers made of one or combination of metals selected from nickel, copper, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, tin, or vanadium. A fine copper layer is formed on diffusion impervious layer. A second diffusion impervious layer is formed under the lining layer. A second fine copper layer is formed under the second diffusion impervious layer.    USE - Base band for thin film solar battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Achieves good mechanical property, and prevents pollution of the function layer since the thin film solar battery and the base band are reduced in thickness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) use of thin film solar battery base band;    (2) a preparation method of thin film solar battery base band; and    (3) a preparation method of thin film solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a sectional view of the base band on the thin film solar battery.
NOVELTY - The solar conductive slurry includes a conductive metal powders, a primary oxide, a secondary oxide, and an organic carrier. The conductive metal powders made are from aluminum powders, silver powders, or a mixture of the two. The median particle diameter of primary oxide is 0.5 to 10 microns, and the median particle diameter of secondary oxide is 10 to 150 nanomicrons. The secondary oxide comprises one or more of secondary bismuth oxide, secondary diboron trioxide, secondary silicon dioxide, secondary calcium oxide, secondary alumina, secondary zinc oxide, and secondary lead oxide.    USE - Solar conductive slurry.    ADVANTAGE - Provides the solar battery conductive slurry which is featured with simple fabrication process, good storage stability, and difficult to settle and block.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a preparation method of solar battery conductive slurry.
NOVELTY - A crystalline silicon solar cell is manufactured by performing phosphorus diffusion of phosphorus source on surface of crystalline silicon, and performing high temperature treatment to the polycrystalline silicon chips in nitrogen and oxygen at 700-1200 degrees C for 10-60 minutes.    USE - Method for manufacturing crystalline silicon solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is simple in operation, has low production cost with improved production efficiency, and can improve consistency of resistances in the chips.
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic system comprises a two-dimensional solar panel and a fastening device for mounting the solar panel to a building section (40). The fastening device includes a pair of corresponding Velcro tapes (30, 32), of which the former Velcro strip is arranged on back side (11) of the solar panel (10). The latter Velcro strip includes a self-adhesive layer for attachment at the building section.    USE - Photovoltaic system.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic system allows a cost effective and flexible handling when mounting on lightweight and flat roofs.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for fixing two-dimensional solar panel in a building section, which involves attaching former Velcro tape on back side of the solar panel and then the latter Velcro tape is glued to a corresponding point on the building section.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic sectional view of a photovoltaic system.    Solar panel (10)    Back side (11)    Velcro tape (30, 32)    Bonding agent layer (34)    Building section (40)
NOVELTY - Solar cell chip module comprises: (a) a substrate; (b) a light-electricity transformation unit provided on the substrate to transform light energy into electricity; (c) a first carbon nanotube film positioned on the light-electricity transformation unit; and (d) a package component covering the first carbon nanotube film and the light-electricity transformation unit to prevent damage.    USE - Used as solar cell chip module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the solar cell chip module.    Substrate (11)    Light-electricity transformation unit (12)    Package component (13)    Circuit unit (14)    Cavity (111)    Adhesive layer (112)    Metal layer (113)    Insulation layer (114)    Carbon nanotube line (121)    First carbon nanotube film (122)    Second carbon nanotube film (123)
NOVELTY - A resin sheet consists of layer (X) containing ethylene- alpha -olefin copolymer (A) and organic peroxide (C), and layer (Y) containing polyolefin (B) containing functional group and component (C). The copolymer has density of 0.860-0.920 g/cm3, melt viscosity ( eta 1) of less than 9.0x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, melt viscosity ( eta 2) of less than 1.8x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, and branch number satisfying preset relation.    USE - Resin sheet for sealing material of solar cell and integrated circuit.    ADVANTAGE - The resin sheet has excellent heat resistance, transparency, flexibility, adhesiveness with respect to substrate and is manufactured with improved productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A resin sheet consists of layer containing ethylene- alpha -olefin copolymer (A) and organic peroxide (C), and layer containing polyolefin (B) containing functional group and component (C). The copolymer has density of 0.860-0.920 g/cm3, melt viscosity ( eta 1) of less than 9.0x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, melt viscosity ( eta 2) of less than 1.8x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, ratio of average molecular weight and number average molecular weight measured by gel permeation chromatography of 8.0 or less and branch number satisfying the relation: N greater than or equal to (-0.67)x E+53, where N is branch number per carbon number in total of 1000 pieces of principal chain and side chain measured by nuclear magnetic resonance and E is tensile elasticity modulus measured according to ISO 1184-1983.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structure of resin sheet.    Layers (X,Y)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (1) has inlet pipe (21) that is projected into inner surface of sidewall of gas-liquid separation unit (11). The extension line of center axis of the inlet pipe is made to intersect with the center axis of the gas-liquid separation unit, at acute angle or right angle, when the ceiling of gas-liquid separation unit is viewed from the upper direction through a fluoroscope. An outlet pipe (22) discharges the liquid separated by the gas-liquid separation unit.    USE - Gas-liquid separation apparatus used in fuel cell system of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the liquid separated from the gas by using gas-liquid separation unit is discharged from the outlet pipe, adhesion of liquid to the inner surface of side wall of the gas-liquid separation unit is prevented, so that gas-liquid separation performance is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the top view and sectional views of the gas-liquid separation apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas-liquid separation apparatus (1)    Gas-liquid separation unit (11)    Inlet pipe (21)    Outlet pipe (22)    Discharge pipe (23)
NOVELTY - A reaction apparatus comprises reactors (11, 41, 42) which makes source gas containing combustible gas react, discharge part which accepts fluid which remains in reactor by reaction in reactor, pump (22) which pumps source gas to reactor, and connection part (67) which is connected to gravity direction upper part of discharge part and results in suction opening of pump.    USE - A reaction apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus uses source gas effectively, and reduces fuel loss.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic block diagram of fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Reactors (11, 41, 42)    Material supply part (21)    Pump (22)    Discharge pipes (51-53)    Connection part (67)
NOVELTY - A metal microparticles-containing polymer film is a polymer film containing metal microparticles inside. The metal microparticles crowds, and are contained in a surface layer portion of the polymer film, before lamination.    USE - Metal microparticles-containing polymer film is used for optical filter material, electromagnetic wave-absorbing material, photoelectric conversion element material, surface-enhanced Raman-scattering sensing material (all claimed), and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The metal microparticles-containing polymer film has excellent electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of metal microparticles-containing polymer film.
NOVELTY - A thiadiazole-containing polymer (I) is new.    USE - Thiadiazole-containing polymer is used for organic semiconductor material used for organic semiconductor layer of organic electronic device e.g. photoelectric conversion element and solar cell (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to building materials, motor vehicle components, vessel, aircraft, spacecraft, household appliances, toys and mobile telephone.    ADVANTAGE - The thiadiazole-containing polymer has excellent solubility and photoelectric transfer characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A thiadiazole-containing polymer of formula (I) is new.    Ar1,Ar2=arylene group or heteroarylene;and    Ar3=arylene, heteroarylene, alkenyl or alkynyl.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of thiadiazole-containing polymer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of photoelectric conversion element.    Solar cell element (6)    Transparent electrode (101)    Organic active layer (103)    Counter electrode (105)    Substrate (106)
NOVELTY - Hole transporting layer formed of nickel oxide (NiO) by oxidizing a side of a conductive thin film formed of a flexible metal, or formed by depositing NiO on the side of conductive thin film, is claimed.    USE - The hole transporting layer is useful in light emitting devices and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The hole transporting layer: is more stable to oxygen and atmospheric moisture; can be manufactured by controlling the oxygen content and heat treatment temperature of the reaction gas to adjust characteristics required for the light emitting and absorbing layers; and has flexible metal substrate that acts as a substitute for a substrate and an electrode of the light emitting device and solar cell, thus simplifying the structures of light emitting device and solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for manufacturing the hole transporting layer comprising: (a) preparing the conductive thin film; and (b) thermally treating the conductive thin film in oxygen atmosphere to form an oxide layer, or depositing an oxide layer on a surface of the conductive film in reaction gas atmosphere.
NOVELTY - The method involves fitting a slurry nozzle (2) on a silicon ingot (4). The slurry (1) is sprayed evenly to the four sides of the silicon ingot using the slurry nozzle, to form a pyramid-shaped mold (3).    USE - Method for forming pyramid-shaped mold used for manufacturing silicon wafer used in solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The leakage of the slurry can be prevented reliably, and quality of the pyramid-shaped mold can be increased effectively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the explanatory views illustrating the formation of pyramid-shaped mold.    Slurry (1)    Slurry nozzle (2)    Pyramid-shaped mold (3)    Silicon ingot (4)    Wire introduction station (5)
NOVELTY - Adhesive sheet comprises ethylene copolymer resin A having vinyl acetate (30-36%), ethylene copolymer resin B having vinyl acetate (24-30%), and organic peroxide. The weight ratio of ethylene copolymer resin A and ethylene copolymer resin B is 90/10-10/90.    USE - The adhesive sheet is useful in solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive sheet less generation of gas and bubbles, and has shrinkage ratio of 2%, which reduces the damage of solar cell.
NOVELTY - An anthracene derivative (I) is new.    USE - New anthracene derivative is used in organic electronic device e.g. organic light-emitting device, organic solar cell, organophotoreceptor, and organic transistor (all claimed), as hole injection material, hole transport material, electron injection material, electron transport material, or luminescent material (especially as green host).    ADVANTAGE - The new anthracene derivative provides highly efficient organic electronic devices having excellent stability, high contrast, wide viewing angle, quick response time, and low drive voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An anthracene derivative of formula (I), is new.    Q=6-20C aryl;    R1,R2,X=6-20C aryl optionally substituted by substituent(s) chosen from halo, CN, NO2, 1-20C alkyl, 1-20C alkoxy, 1-20C alkylamino, 6-20C arylamino, 1-20C alkylthiophenyl, 6-20C arylthiophenyl, 2-20C alkenyl, 2-20C alkynyl, 3-20C cycloalkyl, 6-20C aryl, 5-20C heterocyclyl, -BRR', -SiRR'R", and -GeRR'R", 5-20C heterocyclyl optionally substituted by substituent(s) chosen from halo, CN, NO2, 1-20C alkyl, 1-20C alkoxy, 1-20C alkylamino, 6-20C arylamino, 1-20C alkylthiophenyl, 6-20C arylthiophenyl, 2-20C alkenyl, 2-20C alkynyl, 3-20C cycloalkyl, 6-20C aryl, 5-20C heterocyclyl, -BRR', -SiRR'R", and -GeRR'R";and    R,R',R"=H, 1-20C alkyl, 3-20C cycloalkyl, 6-20C aryl, or 5-20C heterocyclyl.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of compound (I); and    (2) organic electronic device consisting of organic layer(s) containing compound (I) and provided between electrodes (I,II).
NOVELTY - Adhesive sheet composition comprises silane coupling agent, diamine group, ethylene copolymer resin, and organic peroxide.    USE - The adhesive sheet is useful in solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive sheet composition protects solar cell at the upper and lower portion and has excellent adhesive force of 85% and water resistant.
NOVELTY - Adhesive sheet comprises organic or inorganic nucleating agent, ethylene copolymer resin, and organic peroxide.    USE - The adhesive sheet is useful in solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive sheet has excellent physical and mechanical properties.
NOVELTY - A compound having aromatic groups (I,II,III) bonded successively, is new.    USE - New compound is used as charge transporting material or host material in organic photoelectric device used in display device (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to organic light-emitting device, organic solar cell, organic transistor, organic photoconducting drum, and organic memory device.    ADVANTAGE - The new compound provides organic photoelectric device having excellent durability, thermal stability, and luminous efficiency, and low drive voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A compound having aromatic groups of formulae (I,II,III) bonded successively, is new.    Q1,Q5,Qa1-Qa5=N or CR;    R=H, or 6-30C aryl or 3-30C heteroaryl (both optionally substituted);    R1-R5=H, or carbazolyl, 6-30C aryl, 3-30C heteroaryl, or 6-30C arylamino (all optionally substituted);and    n=0-5.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for organic photoelectric device (100) consisting of an organic thin-film layer (105) containing the new compound, interposed between an anode (120) and a cathode (110).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the organic photoelectric device.    Organic photoelectric device (100)    Organic thin-film layer (105)    Cathode (110)    Anode (120)    Light-emitting layer (130)    Hole transport layer (140)    Electron transport layer (150)    Electron injection layer (160)    Hole implant layer (170)
NOVELTY - A highly-ordered iron ion-doped titanium dioxide nanotube is prepared by performing anode oxidation using ferro-titanium alloy foil as anode and platinum sheet as cathode in ammonium fluoride-glycol electrolyte. The obtained nanotube is placed in reaction kettle with concentrated sodium hydroxide solution and thermally-heated, such that ferric oxide in nanotube is converted into ferrous oxide with strong magnetism. Then, the nanotube is roasted and cooled, to obtain anatase doped titanium dioxide nanotube.    USE - Preparation of magnetically doped titanium dioxide nanotube used in solar cell and photocatalyst fields.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides doped titanium dioxide nanotube having improved transmission capability.
NOVELTY - A copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target contains sintered compact of copper-gallium alloy powder containing 20-60 atomic% of gallium and remainder is copper and unavoidable impurity. The sintered compact has relative density of 97% or more, average grain size of 5-30 mu m and flexural resistance of 150 MPa or more.    USE - Copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target is used for forming copper-indium-gallium-selenium quaternary alloy thin film for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target has excellent flexural strength and crack-proof property, and efficiently and economically provides copper-indium-gallium-selenium quaternary alloy thin film of solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target.
NOVELTY - A paste composition contains aluminum powder, organic vehicle and glass frit. The glass frit contains transition metal oxide chosen from titanium oxide, vanadium oxide, iron oxide, molybdenum oxide, neodymium oxide and tungsten oxide.    USE - Paste composition is used for solar cell element (claimed) and solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The paste composition improves adhesion between aluminum electrode layer and silicon semiconductor substrate. The aluminum electrode layer formed using the paste composition has excellent appearance free from blisters and aluminum balls without causing warp of silicon semiconductor substrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell element, which has electrode (8) formed using the paste composition on p-type silicon semiconductor substrate (1).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows cross-sectional view of solar cell element.    P-type silicon semiconductor substrate (1)    N-type impurity layer (2)    Anti-reflective film (3)    Grid electrode (4)    Aluminum electrode layer (5)    Electrode (8)
NOVELTY - A solar cell module consists of a gas-barrier film (540) laminated on a layer containing a solar cell element. The gas-barrier film consists of base film, weather-resistant coating layer, and inorganic thin film layer. The coating layer comprises substance obtained by crosslinking modified polyvinyl alcohol, substance obtained by crosslinking polycaprolactone polyol and/or polycarbonate polyol, and/or acrylic polymer. The water-vapor-permeation rate of the gas-barrier film is greater than 0 g/m2/day and 0.1 g/m2/day or less.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has excellent electric power generation efficiency and interlayer adhesiveness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module consists of a laminate obtained by laminating a gas-barrier film on a layer containing a solar cell element. The gas-barrier film consists of a laminate of a base film, a weather-resistant coating layer, and an inorganic thin film layer. The weather-resistant coating layer comprises substance obtained by crosslinking modified polyvinyl alcohol, substance obtained by crosslinking polycaprolactone polyol and/or polycarbonate polyol, and/or acrylic polymer having group(s) chosen from UV-ray-stable group, UV-ray-absorptive group, and cycloalkyl group. The water-vapor-permeation rate of the gas-barrier film at 40 degrees C and 90% relative humidity is greater than 0 g/m2/day and 0.1 g/m2/day or less.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view of the structure of solar cell module.    Glass substrate (510)    Organic thin-film solar cell (520)    Spacer (530)    Gas-barrier film (540)
NOVELTY - A polyester imide precursor comprises repeating unit of ester skeleton, diamine and tetracarboxylic dianhydride. The usage amount of diamine and tetracarboxylic dianhydride is 1.01-1.08.    USE - A precursor for polyester imide used for polyimide metal laminated sheet for flexible printed wiring board (all claimed). Can also be used for base material of electric insulation membrane used in electronic devices, display board, substrate for electronic paper, and substrate for solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polyester imide precursor has high heat resistance and low humidity coefficient of expansion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A polyester imide precursor comprises repeating unit of ester skeleton of one or more of 3 compounds, e.g. group of formulae -(NH-C(=O)-Ar(C(=O)-OH)2-C(=O)-NH-B1)-, (4) or -(NH-C(=O)-Ar(C(=O)-OH)2-C(=O)-NH-B2)- (5) diamine and tetracarboxylic dianhydride. The usage amount of diamine and tetracarboxylic dianhydride is 1.01-1.08. The molar ratio of ester skeleton (4) and ester skeleton (5) is 20/80-80/20.    Ar=tetravalent aromatic group of formula (2);    B1=bivalent aromatic group of one or more of 5 compounds, e.g. group of formulae (6)-(10); and    R1-R9=1-6C alkyl or H.    Provided that ester structure is included in skeleton of Ar and/or B1. INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) manufacturing method of polyester imide involving imidating polyester imide precursor using heating or dehydration reagent;    (2) polyimide metal laminated sheet comprising polyester imide layer containing polyester imide and metal layer; and    (3) flexible printed wiring board comprising metal layer of polyimide metal laminated sheet which is patterned by wiring.
NOVELTY - The photovoltaic module comprises metallic silicon, an encapsulating material and a gas phase corrosion inhibitor, which is adsorbed or absorbed on the surface of the metallic silcion and/or the remaining metallic component.    USE - Photovoltaic module useful for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic module can be economically manufactured with improved corrosion resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for the production of a photovoltaic module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a schematic representation of a photovoltaic module.    Front plate (1)    Back plate (2)    Encapsulating material (3)    Solar cell. (4)
NOVELTY - Solar cell comprises: (a) a first electrode disposed on a substrate; (b) a first light absorption layer disposed on the first electrode; (c) an interlayer disposed on the first light absorption layer; (d) a second light absorption layer disposed on the interlayer; (e) a second electrode disposed on the second light absorption layer; and (f) a groove penetrating through the first light absorption layer, the interlayer, and the second light absorption layer.    USE - The solar cell is useful is useful for converting solar energy into electrical energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has improved efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solar cell comprises: (a) a first electrode disposed on a substrate; (b) a first light absorption layer disposed on the first electrode; (c) an interlayer disposed on the first light absorption layer; (d) a second light absorption layer disposed on the interlayer; (e) a second electrode disposed on the second light absorption layer; and (f) a groove penetrating through the first light absorption layer, the interlayer, and the second light absorption layer. A portion of the second electrode is disposed in an entire of the groove, and the interlayer is spaced apart from the portion of the second electrode disposed in the groove to define a spacer layer, which electrically insulates the interlayer from the portion of the second electrode filling the groove. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a method for fabricating a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell.    Substrate (100)    First electrode (110)    First P layer (120)    First I layer (130)    First N layer (140)    Interlayer (150)    Second P layer (160)    Second I layer (170)    Second N layer (180)    Second electrode (200)
NOVELTY - A lead-free electroconductive composition comprises a glass frit, electroconductive powder and vehicle. The glass frit comprises lead-free glass containing (in mole%) bismuth trioxide (10-29), zinc oxide (15-30), boron trioxide (20-33), silica (0-20), lithium oxide, potassium oxide and sodium oxide. The total content of lithium oxide, potassium oxide and sodium oxide is 8-21 mole%.    USE - Lead-free electroconductive composition is used for light-receiving surface electrode and back surface electrode of solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The lead-free electroconductive composition has excellent electrical property.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic cross-sectional view of solar cells.    Solar cell (10)    Silicon substrate (12)    Anti-reflective film (18)    Light-receiving surface electrode (20)    Back surface electrode (22)
NOVELTY - A vapor deposition material has average particle diameter (D50%) of 10-200 mu m and uniform degree (D60%/D10%) of 1-4.    USE - Vapor deposition material is used for manufacturing organic device (claimed) e.g. organic electroluminescent element, organic thin-film solar cell and organic field effect transistor.    ADVANTAGE - The vapor deposition material provides organic device having excellent stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of organic device.
NOVELTY - A gas-barrier sheet (1A) consists of a gas-barrier moisture-absorption film (3) provided on a base material (2). The gas-barrier moisture-absorption film has region (A) in which atomic ratio of alkaline-earth metal with respect to silicon whose atomic ratio is 1, is 0.1 or less, region (B) in which atomic ratio of alkaline-earth metal with respect to silicon whose atomic ratio is 1, is greater than 0.1 and less than 10, and region (C) in which atomic ratio of silicon is 0.1 or less with respect to alkaline-earth metal whose atomic ratio is 1.    USE - Gas-barrier sheet is used for sealing components of organic electroluminescent display elements, LCD elements, or solar cell elements in various apparatus (all claimed) e.g. organic electroluminescent displays, LCDs, and solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The gas-barrier sheet economically provides sealing components having excellent gas-barrier property, with high productivity. Separation of gas-barrier moisture-absorption film is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of gas-barrier sheet, which involves forming regions (A-C) as films sequentially on a base material to form the gas-barrier moisture-absorption film; and    (2) sealing component consisting of a substrate, a to-be-sealed component arranged on the substrate, and the gas-barrier sheet arranged on the to-be-sealed component. The gas-barrier moisture-absorption film of the sheet covers the upper surface (36) and side of the to-be-sealed component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the gas-barrier sheet. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Gas-barrier sheet (1A)    Base material (2)    Gas-barrier moisture-absorption film (3)    Lower surface (35)    Upper surface (36)
NOVELTY - The gas-barrier sheet (1A) has a gas-barrier film (3) that is provided on the base material (2), and moisture-absorption film (4) that is provided on gas-barrier film. The size of the moisture-absorption film is set to cover the upper surface and side of to-be-sealed element (5). The average particle diameter of alkaline-earth metal oxide distributed at moisture-absorption film, is about 200 nm or less than average particle diameter of resin.    USE - Gas-barrier sheet of sealing element used for sealing LCD element and organic electroluminescent element and solar cell element of apparatus (all claimed) such as flexible display apparatus and electronic device, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The gas-barrier property of the gas-barrier sheet is improved effectively, by simplified structure. The sealing element and apparatus provided with the gas-barrier sheet are provided without impairing the property of moisture-absorption film.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of gas-barrier sheet; and    (2) sealing element.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the gas-barrier sheet.    Gas-barrier sheet (1A)    Base material (2)    Gas-barrier film (3)    Moisture-absorption film (4)    To-be-sealed element (5)
NOVELTY - The method involves increasing the internal pressure of processing chamber (24) by using the heating unit provided in circumference of processing chamber. The pressure of processing chamber interior is again raised, and the chamber interior temperature is gradually reduced. The gaseous temperature and steam pressure in chamber interior are adjusted by a dew point adjustment unit (14). The dew point in the chamber is set equal to the dew point of gas in dry clean room (16) by the adjustment unit when introducing the gas in chamber.    USE - Pressurization cooling processing method of electronic component such as lithium cell, fuel cell, solar cell and liquid crystal component.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of defect with respect to to-be-processed object during pressurization cooling processing of object is prevented efficiently, by removing the water content adhered to the object.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view illustrating the pressurization cooling processing of electronic component.    Pressurization cooling processing apparatus (10)    Dew point adjustment unit (14)    Dry clean room (16)    Processing chamber (24)    To-be-processed object (26)
NOVELTY - A transparent conductive film comprises titanium oxynitride crystals.    USE - Transparent conductive film is used for flat-panel display, solar cell and bio-electrode.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film is manufactured using simple process in short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation of transparent conductive film.
NOVELTY - Thin leaf material comprises aramid short fiber (85-95 wt.%) whose equilibrium moisture regain is less than or equal to 2.5%, and synthetic resin binder (5-15 wt.%) whose equilibrium moisture resin is less than or equal to 0.1%.    USE - The thin leaf material is useful as separator plate between electrically-conductive units in electric and electronic component chosen from battery, capacitor, fuel cell and solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The thin leaf material has high heat resistance that can endure heavy current.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of the above-cited thin leaf material; and    (2) electric and electronic component formed by using the thin leaf material.
NOVELTY - The battery has cell connectors (3) arranged on single cells (4) that are electrically interconnected in series and/or parallel. The connectors are arranged at a cell connector plate (1) in a form-fitting, material-fitting and/or force-fitting manner. A cooling channel structure (2) through which heat-conductive medium i.e. liquid or gaseous coolant, flows, is integrated in the plate, and the connectors are heat-conductively connected with the plate. The connectors are made of electric copper or thin copper sheets.    USE - Battery i.e. lithium ion battery, for use in a motor vehicle e.g. hybrid drive vehicle and a fuel cell vehicle (all claimed), utilized for transporting passengers.    ADVANTAGE - The cooling channel structure is integrated in the cell connector plate such that thermal losses and increase of electrical resistance in the single cells are avoided, thus cooling the battery in an effective manner. The battery is designed such that space required for cooling the battery is reduced. The battery can be manufactured in an economic and simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of a cell connector plate with integrated cooling channels.    Cell connector plate (1)    Cooling channel structure (2)    Cell connectors (3)    Single cells (4)    Electronic and/or electrical elements (6)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has a housing (2) including a cup-shaped housing part (3), a housing cover (4) and a bursting element, which opens the housing with high pressure in relation to an environment. The bursting element includes a break section within a region of the housing cover, so that the cup-shaped housing part and the housing cover are separated from each other along the break section during high pressure. The break section is used for attaching the housing cover at the cup-shaped housing part.    USE - Individual battery cell for use in a heavy-duty battery i.e. high-power lithium ion battery, which is utilized in an electric drive powertrain of a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to a hybrid vehicle, mild hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The bursting element includes the break section within the region of the housing cover such that the cup-shaped housing part and the housing cover are separated from each other along the break section during high pressure, thus safely and reliably diminishing the high pressure developing in the cell, and hence achieving safe separation of a battery pole.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an individual battery cell.    Individual battery cell (1)    Housing (2)    Cup-shaped housing part (3)    Housing cover (4)    Core (6)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has a set of single cells (2) provided with a set of contact units, where the single cells are electrically, serially, and/or parallel interconnected with each other. A head-laterally cell monitoring device (4) is provided with another set of contact units with respect to the former contact units. The cell monitoring device is arranged and flexibly formed on the former set of single cells in section-wise manner. The cell monitoring device is manufactured section-wise from a flexible and electrically insulating material i.e. Polyimide.    USE - Battery i.e. lithium ion battery, for use in a vehicle e.g. hybrid drive vehicle and fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The single cells are provided with the set of contact units, and the head-laterally cell monitoring device is provided with another set of contact units with respect to the former contact units such that safe monitoring and/or controlling of the single cells arranged in the battery are ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a battery with single cells.    Distance (a)    Battery (1)    Single cells (2)    Head-laterally cell monitoring device (4)    Carrier element (6)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has an electrode arrangement i.e. electrode coil (3), held in a round, cup-shaped housing (2) by a flexible supporting element (14) i.e. spring element. The flexible supporting element is electrically insulated against the housing and/or the electrode arrangement. The flexible supporting element is made of electrically insulating material.    USE - Individual battery cell i.e. lithium ion cell, for use in a heavy-duty battery that is utilized in an electric drive of a vehicle. Uses include but are not limited to a hybrid vehicle, mild hybrid vehicle, electric vehicle and a fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode arrangement is held in the housing by the flexible supporting element such that tolerance and thermal expansions of the materials of the cell are balanced, thus enabling simple and fast assembly of the cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an individual battery.    Individual battery cell (1)    Round, cup-shaped housing (2)    Electrode coil (3)    Core (4)    Flexible supporting element (14)
NOVELTY - The stack has individual cells (1) i.e. frame flat cells, interconnected to each other in parallel and/or in series. Each cell has a housing (2) and electrically conductive positive and negative poles. Each pole is connected to housing sides (2.1, 2.2) of the housing. A housing frame (2.3) laterally revolves in a cell interior and is arranged between the housing sides. The housing frames of the individual cells are arranged such that the individual cells with the associated housing sides are connected for electric contact in the cell stack exactly in a direction (R).    USE - Cell stack for a battery i.e. lithium ion battery, of a vehicle e.g. vehicle with hybrid drive and fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The housing frames of the individual cells are arranged such that the individual cells with the associated housing sides are connected for electric contact in the cell stack exactly in the direction, so that false interconnections between the individual cells of the cell stack due to wrong arrangement of the individual cells are avoided in a simple and economical manner with reduced space.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of an individual cell that is formed as a frame flat cell with positioning elements arranged at a housing frame.    Connecting direction (R)    Cells (1)    Housing (2)    Housing sides (2.1, 2.2)    Housing frame (2.3)
NOVELTY - The battery (1) has a heat conductive plate (3) arranged in a battery case for controlling temperature of the battery. Multiple cells (4) are electrically interconnected in parallel and/or series and heat-conductively connected with the heat conductive plate. The cells are arranged in recesses (A) by a holding plate (7), and a supporting element is made of hardening material and attached in a gap among the cells and one of the recesses. The hardening material is thermoplastic, epoxy resin, polyurethane (PU) or silicone.    USE - Battery for a vehicle e.g. hybrid drive integrated vehicle and fuel cell vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The supporting element is made of the hardening material and attached in the gap among the cells and the recess, thus providing rigid support to the cells in the recesses of the holding plate in a radial direction even with the material of small layer thickness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing a battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of a battery.    Recesses (A)    Battery (1)    Heat conductive plate (3)    Cells (4)    Holding plate (7)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has a cell interior (3) that is enclosed by a housing (2). An electro-chemically active electrode foil unit (4) is arranged in the cell interior. The housing is thermally coupled with a cooling element (5) for dissipating waste heat from the cell. The wall thickness of the housing increases towards the cooling element. The cell interior has a constant cross section in linear dimension, where the cell interior corresponds to a contour of the electrode foil unit. A step-like thickening is formed at an exterior of the housing toward the cooling element.    USE - Individual cell for a battery i.e. lithium ion battery, of a vehicle e.g. vehicle with hybrid drive and fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The housing is thermally coupled with the cooling element for dissipating waste heat from the cell, where the wall thickness of the housing increases towards the cooling element, so that the heat conductance of the housing is improved, thus enabling cooling of individual cell in an efficient manner. The cell interior has the constant cross section in linear dimension, where the cell interior corresponds to the contour of the electrode foil unit, so that the installation space of the individual cell is reduced. The housing can be produced by injection molding in a cost-effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal sectional view of an individual cell.    Individual cell (1)    Housing (2)    Cell interior (3)    Electro-chemically active electrode foil unit (4)    Cooling element (5)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has two housing parts (1.1, 1.2) electrically separated from each other by an insulating housing frame (1.3). An electrochemically active material is arranged between the housing parts in the housing frame. The housing parts are designed in plate-shape and fastened to the housing frame in a form-fitting manner by an injection molding process, where the housing frame is designed as a single part. One of the housing parts comprises an edge region (4) that is bent multiple times. The housing frame is made of plastic.    USE - Single cell for a cell stack of a battery i.e. lithium ion battery, of a vehicle e.g. hybrid drive integrated vehicle and fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The bent edge region of the housing parts improves mechanical stability of the single cell. The housing parts enclose the cell interior and the housing frame completely upto a distance in form of a gap, thus reducing width and thickness of the housing frame. The housing parts are fastened to the housing frame in a form-fitting manner by the injection molding process, thus simplifying production process of the single cell. The bent edge region formed at one of the housing parts acts as a diffusion barrier, thus preventing loss of electrolyte from the single cell. The battery has long service life at high temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic exploded perspective view of a single cell.    Single cell (1)    Housing parts (1.1, 1.2)    Insulating housing frame (1.3)    Electrode foil stack (2)    Edge region (4)
NOVELTY - The cell (1) has two housing plates (1.1, 1.2) electrically separated by an insulating housing frame (1.3), and an electrode film stack (2) arranged between the two housing plates. A compensation element (5) is attached to a surface side of the housing plates and designed as a compensation mat. The compensation mat is made of foam material or fleece, where dimensions of the compensation mat correspond to dimensions of an electrode foil. The mat is inserted into groove-shaped recesses in the housing plates.    USE - Single cell for cell stack of a battery i.e. lithium ion battery, of a hybrid drive integrated vehicle and a fuel cell vehicle (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The compensation element is attached to the surface side of the housing plates, thus increasing service life of the cell at high temperature while improving mechanical stability of the single cell and the battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic exploded perspective view of a single cell.    Single cell (1)    Housing plates (1.1, 1.2)    Insulating housing frame (1.3)    Electrode film stack (2)    Compensation element (5)
NOVELTY - A band-gap voltage setting unit (20) sets band-gap voltage of amorphous silicon layer of thin film solar cell. A reverse-bias voltage application unit (25) applies reverse-bias voltage to transparent electrode and silver electrode of the thin film solar cell according to the set band-gap voltage of the amorphous silicon layer. A voltage detection unit (26) detects the voltage actually applied to the electrodes to feedback the applied voltage to reverse-bias voltage application unit.    USE - Apparatus for removing short-circuit unit of e.g. thin solar cell battery. Can also be used in lithium cell battery.    ADVANTAGE - The reverse-bias voltage is applied to transparent electrode and silver electrode of solar cell based on set band-gap voltage of amorphous silicon layer such that the short-circuit unit is removed rapidly and the damage use to the applied voltage is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for removing short-circuit unit of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the power supply/measuring device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Power supply/measuring device (10)    Band-gap voltage setting unit (20)    Voltage storage unit (21)    Reverse-bias voltage application unit (25)    Voltage detection unit (26)
NOVELTY - The diffused layer has several pores containing liquid water in which force is acted. The capillary tube differential pressure of the force concerning liquid water in the pore is set to satisfy preset relationship consisting permeability coefficient showing permeation resistance of diffused layer. The ratio of diffusion coefficient showing diffusion degree of water vapor in the diffused layer and diffusion coefficient in in-air of water vapor is set to be in the range of 0.28-0.34.    USE - Diffused layer for fuel cell such as polymer electrolyte fuel cell for motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Coexistence of high temperature capability and sub-zero temperature starting property of the diffused layer can be obtained by suitably setting relationship among permeability coefficient, diffusion coefficient and capillary tube differential pressure of diffused layer. Fuel cell can be operated effectively from sub-zero temperature to high temperature. Performance of the fuel cell can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph showing relationship among permeability coefficient, diffusion coefficient and capillary tube differential pressure of diffused layer. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module (10) has a resin-made surface-protection sheet (14) that covers the light-receiving surface (12a) of photovoltaic cell (12). An ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer (EVA) resin (18) is attached with surface-protection sheet and photovoltaic cell while covering the photovoltaic cell. A low-contaminating coating material (20) having silicon is coated in the opposite side to the photovoltaic cell of surface-protection sheet.    USE - Solar cell module installed in roof and outer wall of building (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - Since the low-contaminating coating material is coated in the opposite side to the photovoltaic cell of surface-protection sheet, the contamination of solar cell module can be prevented efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for construction method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the solar cell module.    Solar cell module (10)    Photovoltaic cell (12)    Light-receiving surface (12a)    Surface-protection sheet (14)    EVA resin (18)    Low-contaminating coating material (20)
NOVELTY - The method involves placing crystalline silicon seed layer on base substrate and covering it with amorphous/poly material. The seed layer/material is heated to transform the material into crystalline form. The base substrate is made one of glass, plastic or steel.    USE - Method of fabricating thin film device (claimed) such as solar cell, flat panel display such as LCD display, LED display, organic LED display and thin film transistor display.    ADVANTAGE - By placing seed layer on base substrate and covering it with amorphous/poly material which is heated to transform into crystalline form, crystalline grains of polysilicon are uniformly oriented leading to improved overall quality of film with improved carrier lifetime and mobilities, and diffusion length parameters. The reduction in carrier lifetime due to metal impurities is eliminated and metal impurities are removed from the crystallized layer easily.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for thin film device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining fabrication of thin film device.    Step to place seed layer on substrate (710)    Step to cover seed layer with amorphous/seed layer (720)    Step to heat seed layer/material to transform the material into crystalline form (730)    Step to coat substrate with antireflective coating (810)
NOVELTY - Making ruthenium-selenium (Ru-Se) and ruthenium-selenium-tungsten (Ru-Se-W) catalyst, comprises: (a) processing carrier with strong acid and poured into first ethylene glycol solution; (b) conducting ultra-sonication and high-speed stirring on the solution; (c) mixing the obtained paste with second ethylene glycol solution; (d) conducting high-speed stirring; (e) heating the obtained mixture; (f) filtering the mixture to separate the carrier and washing the carrier with deionized water; and (g) conducting drying and hydrogen reduction.    USE - The Ru-Se series catalyst is useful: in direct methanol fuel cells; in proton exchange fuel cells; for the catalysis of organic compounds and the gas phase dehydrogenation of simple molecules; for the catalysis of organic compounds and hydrogenation; and for the catalysis of organic compounds and molecule rearrangement (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method is less expensive. The catalyst provides: high energy densities, low pollution, simple structures and light weights to the fuel cells; and high conversion rates and electricity to the fuel cells for long periods.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making ruthenium-selenium (Ru-Se) and ruthenium-selenium-tungsten (Ru-Se-W) catalyst, comprises: (a) processing carrier with strong acid and poured into first ethylene glycol solution; (b) conducting ultra-sonication and high-speed stirring on the solution, thus forming carbon paste; (c) mixing the carbon paste with second ethylene glycol solution containing at least one nanometer catalyst precursor and an additive; (d) conducting high-speed stirring, thus forming mixture; (e) heating the mixture for reducing Ru-Se catalyst; (f) filtering the mixture to separate the carrier and washing the carrier with deionized water; and (g) conducting drying and hydrogen reduction to make the Ru-Se catalyst on the carrier.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flowchart of method for making Ru-Se/carbon nanotube catalyst.
NOVELTY - The coating system (1) has material that is applied on the wall or roof upper surface (2), and has a p-doped conductive semiconductor layer (9) with a barrier layer (11). A n-doped semiconductor layer (8) is applied on the p-doped conductive semiconductor layer, in which conductive elements (5) are inserted. The semiconductor layers are formed from material, in which semiconductor elements are inserted. The n-doped layer is made of silicon, gallium arsenide or copper-indium-diselenide.    USE - Coating system for upper surfaces, particularly for walls or roof upper surfaces.    ADVANTAGE - The coating system has material that is applied on the wall or roof upper surface, and has a p-doped conductive semiconductor layer with a barrier layer, and thus ensures improved coating system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a structure of a solar cell.    Coating system (1)    Wall or roof upper surface (2)    Conductive elements (5)    N-doped semiconductor layer (8)    P-doped conductive semiconductor layer (9)    Barrier layer (11)
NOVELTY - A sealing material (99) in seal region (91) surrounding seal region (87), is joined with sealing material (17) in seal region (87). The grooves (111,113) are formed by penetrating substrate among device and sealing substrates towards other substrate, and etching middle of other substrate by setting sealing materials as mask. The thickness of substrates is reduced. A protective film (101) is formed in to-be-protected region (97) spaced apart from seal region (91) in gap between seal regions. The etching tolerance of protective film, is higher than that of substrates.    USE - Manufacturing method of electronic device such as mobile telephone. Can also be used in electro-optical apparatus such as LCD, plasma display, organic electroluminescent (EL) display device, semiconductor device e.g. solar cell, vehicle equipment, mobile computer, digital still camera, digital camcorder, display apparatus for car-navigation system and audio instrument.    ADVANTAGE - The generation of micro crack in inner surface of groove, can be suppressed since groove is formed by etching substrate such that reliability of electronic device can be improved. The thickness of seal material joining structure, is reduced by reducing thickness of substrates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating the groove formation process.    Sealing materials (17,99)    Seal regions (87,91)    To-be-protected region (97)    Protective film (101)    Grooves (111,113)
NOVELTY - The module (10) has solar cells (20) combined in a single plane. The solar cells are arranged between a combination of polyvinyl fluoride foil (12), underlying polyester foil (14), underlying polyvinyl fluoride foil (16) and an underlying ethylene-vinyl acetate foil (18) and another combination of ethylene-vinyl acetate foil (18'), an underlying polyvinyl fluoride foil (16'), an underlying polyester foil (14') and an underlying polyvinyl fluoride foil (12'). The ethylene-vinyl acetate foils are adjoined to the solar cells and the polyvinyl fluoride foils to form an outer side of the module.    USE - Laminar solar module for use in a photovoltaic system and installing on a lightweight and flat roof.    ADVANTAGE - The ethylene-vinyl acetate foils are adjoined to the solar cells and the polyvinyl fluoride foils to form the outer side of the module, so that the solar module can be handled in a simple, economical and flexible manner during assembling on gable roof, lightweight and flat roofs. The solar module is flexible and light in weight, so that the solar module can be attached at the building sections of arbitrary forms in a simple manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar module.    Laminar solar module (10)    Polyvinyl fluoride foils (12, 12')    Underlying polyester foils (14, 14')    Underlying polyvinyl fluoride foils (16, 16')    Underlying ethylene-vinyl acetate foils (18, 18')    Solar cells (20)
NOVELTY - A film is obtained by coating active-energy ray polymeric composition on at least one surface of transparent base film (A) having corrugated layer, curing, and giving electrodischarge treatment with respect to surface of corrugated layer.    USE - Film is used for manufacture of anti-glare resin board (claimed) used as surface-production component for solar cell module and front board of image display apparatus e.g. plasma display, cathode ray tube, liquid crystal display and electroluminescent display for computer, word processor, and television, and electronic paper.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent peelability and adhesiveness with respect to resin board. The resin board formed using the film has excellent anti-glare property and abrasion resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of anti-glare resin board.
NOVELTY - A target contains oxide sintered material comprising 0.5-10 %mass of boron by oxide conversion and 0.05-5 %mass of vanadium by oxide conversion, and has relative density of 90% or more. The target further contains 2 %mass or less of aluminum and/or gallium.    USE - Target for zinc oxide type transparent conductive film for LCD and thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The target has high sintered density and is manufactured safely with high precision.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A target contains oxide sintered material comprising 0.5-10 %mass of boron by oxide conversion and 0.05-5 %mass of vanadium by oxide conversion, and has relative density of 90% or more. The amount of boron and vanadium is calculated using the formulae: B2O3/(ZnO+B2O3+V2O3)x 100 and V2O3/(ZnO+B2O3+V2O3)x 100. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the target.
NOVELTY - An electroconductive porous material consists of electroconductive spherical metal powder, and has interconnected voids. The metal powder is stainless steel, nickel group corrosion-resistant supper alloy, nickel-copper type anticorrosion alloy and/or high corrosion resistance alloy.    USE - Electroconductive porous material for use in battery, fuel cell, heat exchanger and chemical reactor.    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductive porous material has excellent electroconductivity, substance mobility, strength and high reaction efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the electroconductive porous material.
NOVELTY - A joining medium layer is formed in the joint surface of at least one of two joining materials. Heating and/or electromagnetic irradiation are carried out in a state in which the 2 joining materials are accumulated through the joining medium layer with respect to the joining materials and the joining medium layer, to obtain a joint structure. The joining medium layer consists of hydrogen gas, steam gas, alcohol gas, hydrogen peroxide gas, organometallic compound, and/or silane coupling agent.    USE - Manufacture of joint structure for use in flat panel displays and solar cell panels.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of joint structures having excellent joint strength, without deterioration in optical characteristics of joining material by high-temperature heating.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for joint structure comprising 2 joining materials joined by covalent bond via metal molecule or hydrogen bond.
NOVELTY - The film has an opening surface provided with a porous structure comprising a bottom hole formed in a circle shape. Depth and diameter of the hole are set to specific micrometer value. A polymeric material and a fluorochemical surfactant are dissolved in an organic solvent. The solution contains fluorochemical surfactant in the ratio of 0.01 to 1 mass percentage with respect to a polymeric material i.e. resin. A porous film is made using the polymeric material.    USE - Light diffusion film for use in a backlight unit of an LCD device. Can also be used for an organic electroluminescent element of an organic electroluminescent display apparatus, solar cell and LED illuminating device.    ADVANTAGE - The film achieves improvement in productivity, and has excellent light diffusivity property, thus improving light extraction efficiency of organic electroluminescent element.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a light diffusion film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a screenshot of a porous film obtained using an electron microscope.
NOVELTY - A photocatalyst coating material has a photocatalyst layer on base-material surface. The photocatalyst layer is obtained by coating and drying a photocatalyst coating liquid containing photocatalytic metal oxide particles, curable silicone emulsion, surfactant and water. The photocatalytic metal oxide particles are partially coated or modified by a substance having a hydrophobic group. The surfactant is nonionic surfactant.    USE - Photocatalyst coating material. Uses include but are not limited to window frame, dustproof cover, advertising sign, sound insulation wall for road and railway, solar cell cover, illuminating lamp for vehicles, guard rail, kitchen panel and ventilating fan.    ADVANTAGE - The coating material has excellent harmful gas-decomposability, photocatalytic degradation property and self-cleaning property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photocatalyst coating liquid.
NOVELTY - A (meth)acrylic type monomer is polymerized by living radical polymerization in the presence of a catalyst consisting of zero-valent transition metal, or transition metal and amine compound. An olefin compound having a radically polymerizable low alkenyl group is reacted with the obtained halogen-terminated (meth)acrylic type polymer in the presence of catalyst, to obtain a (meth)acrylic type polymer having a reactive functional group at the terminal. An organic halogen compound is used as the polymerization initiator.    USE - Manufacture of (meth)acrylic type polymer for use in curable compositions (both claimed). Uses include but are not limited to refrigerator sealing materials, components of washing machines, printed circuit boards, solar cells, circuit elements of hybrid integrated circuits, transistors, repair materials of wire coating, enclosure of gel, motor-vehicle coating materials, sunroof seals, engine control boards, compressed natural gas regulators, adhesive agents of tiles, syringe gaskets, diving masks, sports shoes, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The method reduces purification load, and enables control of polymeric structure, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, and functional group number.
NOVELTY - A vinylidene fluoride-type resin film consists of a resin composition containing vinylidene fluoride-type resin and copolymer resin of (meth)acrylic ester-type monomer and styrene-based monomer.    USE - Vinylidene fluoride-type resin film is used for back surface protection sheet for solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The vinylidene fluoride-type resin film has excellent environmental stability and weather resistance, and is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for back surface protection sheet, which has outer layer film formed using the vinylidene fluoride-type resin film.
NOVELTY - A solar cell module has a solar cell element (2) laminated on a substrate (1), a sealing resin (2) covering the surface of solar cell element, and a back surface protection sheet (5). The protection sheet has a primer layer (4) containing polymer (a) chosen from fluorine-type copolymer, an acrylic-type copolymer and polyurethane base polymer, monomer and/or oligomer having 1 or more ethylenically unsaturated groups, and a polyisocyanate compound. The adhesive strength of sealing resin and protection sheet is more than 15 N/cm.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell module has high weather resistance. The adhesion strength of sealing resin and back surface protection sheet is effectively improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A solar cell module has a solar cell element laminated on a substrate, a sealing resin covering the surface of solar cell element, and a back surface protection sheet. The protection sheet has a primer layer containing polymer (a) chosen from fluorine-type copolymer, an acrylic-type copolymer and polyurethane base polymer, monomer and/or oligomer having 1 or more ethylenically unsaturated groups, and a polyisocyanate compound having 1 or more ethylenically unsaturated groups and 2 or more isocyanate groups in one molecule. The adhesive strength of sealing resin and protection sheet is more than 15 N/cm, and more than 10 N/cm after weather test. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for primer composition.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of solar cell module.    Substrate (1)    Solar cell element (2)    Sealing resin (3)    Primer layer (4)    Back surface protection sheet (5)
NOVELTY - A resin molding is obtained by hardening photocurable composition containing antibacterial agent and/or antifungal agent. The resin molding has thickness of 0.1-5 mm.    USE - Resin molding used as guard plate for display (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to liquid crystal substrate, substrate for organic/inorganic electroluminescent element, plasma display panel and electronic paper, light guide plate, optical filter, optical film sheet, thin film battery substrate, solar cell substrate, motor vehicle material, medical material, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The resin molding has excellent antibacterial properties and/or antifungal properties, high transparency, high surface hardness and high flexural modulus over a long period of time.
NOVELTY - The manufacturing method (10) involves providing an unsintered or partially sintered ePTFE membrane (12). The unsintered or partially sintered ePTFE membrane is matted (26), and the matted ePTFE membrane is immediately sintered (34). The thickness of the matted unsintered or partially sintered ePTFE membrane is reduced between 28 to 90 percent. The unsintered or partially sintered ePTFE membrane is wet with wettable liquid and then dried. The wettable liquid is selected from alcohol which is a lower alkyl alcohol, and mineral solvent which is naphtha.    USE - Manufacturing method for ePTFE membrane (claimed) used for medical and industrial applications. Uses include but are not limited to endovascular devices, acoustic devices, fuel cell means-end analysis (MEA), gas or liquid filter, solar cell or solar heating systems, and UV water and air purification systems.    ADVANTAGE - Allows better fiber to fiber contact and prevents the edge from lifting up during the later steps of sintering since the matting of layers provides good surface contact. Improves the encapsulation of another material or article between wraps of ePTFE that form the inner and outer layers of a tube or multi-layered sheet. Allows the wetting fluid to reduce the appearance of scam formed by the outer layer of membrane.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) a manufacturing method for ePTFE tube; and    (2) an ePTFE membrane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the manufacturing method for ePTFE.    Manufacturing method (10)    Providing an unsintered or partially sintered ePTFE membrane (12)    Mixing powder PTFE resin (14)    The unsintered or partially sintered ePTFE membrane is matted (26)    The matted ePTFE membrane is immediately sintered (34)
NOVELTY - The thermocouple (200) has a set of wires (210) arranged within a thermocouple body and coated with a nano coating of silver of the body and a nickel containing material, where the wires are twisted. A thickness of nano coating is about 0.5 micrometers to about 1.0 micrometers. A signal to noise ratio of the thermocouple is greater than about 30. The body is encapsulated in a ceramic coating. The wires are electrically insulated from one another. The silver comprises nanoparticles having a diameter of between about 10 nanometers to about 50 nanometers.    USE - Thermocouple for measuring temperature of a substrate within a processing chamber during semiconductor, LCD display and solar panel or organic light emitting display fabrication processes.    ADVANTAGE - The thermocouple is coated with a nanoparticle based metal coating such as a silver coating, so that negative impacts of radio frequency (RF) power on the thermocouple can be reduced without contaminating the process, and an accurate temperature measurement can be obtained. The electrical conductivity of the silver can eliminate the problem of RF interference/electromagnetic interference. The wires are twisted to cancel the electromagnetic noise. The nano coating of silver is applied on the shielding and on a metal cover of an adapter by various processes such as dipping, spraying and firing, to achieve higher uniformity and to improve process accuracy, life of parts, RF grounding and measurement response time. The nano coating permits the thermocouple to accurately connect to the substrate without contaminations or holes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for an apparatus for processing a substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a thermocouple.    Thermocouple (200)    Probe portion (202)    Adaptor potting area (204)    Wire shielded area (206)    Wires (210)
NOVELTY - Formation of a transparent conductive oxide layer over a substrate (114) comprises sputter depositing a zinc oxide layer over a substrate; and etching the zinc oxide layer to form a roughened surface on the zinc oxide layer. The etching comprises exposing the zinc oxide layer to a wet etchant comprising an inorganic acid i.e. nitric acid, and an organic acid i.e. acetic acid.    USE - Method of forming a transparent conductive oxide layer over a substrate used in a solar cell device.    ADVANTAGE - After the transparent conductive oxide layer is deposited, the layer is textured to increase the haze of the layer, thus permitting the layer to increase light trapping and thus improving the efficiency of a solar cell. A wet etch chemistry that utilizes a component that is less polar than water permits the acidic component, such as nitric acid, to dissociate less and thus etch the transparent conductive oxide to the desired texture. A suitable component is an organic component such as acetic acid which has a dielectric constant substantially below the dielectric constant of water.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic cross-sectional view of a process chamber.    Reactive sputter process chamber (100)    Magnetron assembly (102)    Lid assembly (104)    Ground frame (106)    Substrate (114)    Target (120)
NOVELTY - A sealing material comprises phenolic compound (I) and thermoplastic polymer containing structural unit derived from ethylene.    USE - Sealing material is used for molded product (claimed) e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The sealing material has suppressed yellowing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sealing material comprises phenolic compound of formula (I) and thermoplastic polymer containing structural unit derived from ethylene.    R1 = 1-8C alkyl;    R2, R3 = H or 1-8C alkyl;    Q = single bond, -CH2-CH2-CO2-, or CH2-CH2-CONH-;    X = S or 1-22C n-valent hydrocarbyl optionally containing heteroatom;and    n = 1-4.
NOVELTY - A back surface protection sheet has a base film having at least one layer, and a coating layer having at least one layer formed on surface(s) of the base film. The coating layer is a ternary polymer layer formed by hardening coating film of liquid containing resin component. The resin component consists of metal alkoxide having reactive functional group (Y), acrylic-type monomer having reactive functional group (X) which reacts with the reactive functional group (Y), and acrylic-type monomer which does not have reactive functional group (X).    USE - Back surface protection sheet is used for manufacturing solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - The back surface protection sheet has water vapor-barrier property, weather resistance, flexibility and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the back surface protection sheet.
NOVELTY - A ceramic powder composition, comprises (wt.%): zircon (4-97); and at least one of silicon dioxide (less than 60) and alumina (less than 80).    USE - In optoelectronic device substrate, which is applied in solar cells, light-emitting diodes, thin film transistors or microelectromechanical systems (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The substrate has a surface roughness of greater than or equal to 500 nm, similar to a conventional alumina substrate, thus reducing the thickness variation of the non-insulating film and improving production yield and performance of devices made from it; and a warpage of less than or equal to 0.5%, thus improve production yield and facilitate modulization.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for an optoelectronic device substrate formed by sintering the ceramic powder composition.
NOVELTY - Shot-like tellurium raw material and shot-like cadmium raw material are mixed mechanically such that the mixing degree is set to preset value with respect to standard deviation of molar fraction of cadmium after mixing and standard deviation of molar fraction of cadmium before mixing. The obtained raw-material mixture is put in a quartz container, sealed, and heat-processed in vacuum or inert-gas atmosphere to obtain a cadmium telluride raw material.    USE - Preparation of cadmium telluride raw material for solar cells and radiation detection elements.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables safe, stable and economical industrial preparation of high-quality cadmium telluride raw material without using a special heating furnace, as cadmium and tellurium are reacted at temperature below the melting point of cadmium telluride. Mixing of impurity is prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Shot-like tellurium raw material and shot-like cadmium raw material are mixed mechanically such that the mixing degree is set to preset value with respect to standard deviation ( sigma ) of molar fraction of cadmium after mixing and standard deviation ( sigma 0) of molar fraction of cadmium before mixing. The obtained raw-material mixture is put in a quartz container, sealed, and heat-processed in vacuum or inert-gas atmosphere to obtain a cadmium telluride raw material. The mixing degree (M) is set such that, M = 1-( sigma / sigma 0) = 0.7-1.
NOVELTY - The method involves sequestering a sample in a chamber, where the sample contains hydrogen gas and unknown quantity of trace impurities. An initial pressure in the chamber is selected during the beginning of trace concentration detection process. The concentration of trace impurities is increased relative to the hydrogen gas without adding more sample to the chamber. The quantity of the concentrated trace impurities is measured. The gas is removed from the chamber through a membrane (18).    USE - Method for enriching the trace impurities e.g. hydrogen sulphide, carbon dioxide, ammonia and carbon monoxide, in hydrogen fuel, for use in a fuel cell and a hydrogen fueled vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables the detection of low levels of trace species, such as hydrogen sulphide, carbon dioxide, ammonia and carbon monoxide gas in fuel, while the fuel is maintained at pressures above atmospheric pressure. The fuel quality is measured without the use of highly sensitive and expensive equipments, and the fuel quantity is indicated within two to sixty minutes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a device for enriching the concentration of impurities in a hydrogen gas stream, comprising a container    (2) a device for measuring impurities in a hydrogen stream, comprising an adsorbent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a membrane-based impurity enriching gas sampler.    Production facilities (11)    Vessel (12)    Heating units (14)    Sample retaining vessel (16)    Membrane (18)
NOVELTY - Hydrogen generating apparatus (1) comprises inner cylinder (5) with a baseplate, inside tube (7) with a baseplate and through-hole, outer cylinder (15) surrounding the inside tube, modification catalyst between the inner cylinder and inside tube which forms hydrogen-containing-gas by reacting a raw material and steam, and narrow part (11) in the space between the base plate of the inner cylinder and base plate of the inside tube.    USE - Hydrogen generating apparatus for fuel cell electric power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Blocking of flow path due to dust of modification catalyst is suppressed.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the hydrogen generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Hydrogen generating apparatus (1)    Inner cylinder (5)    Inside tube (7)    Narrow part (11)    Outer cylinder (15)
NOVELTY - The method involves washing a rear surface of a transparent solar cell i.e. thin film type transparent solar cell, for removing foreign material adhered to the rear surface. Primer is coated on the rear surface, and the rear surface is dried at temperature of about 40-60 degrees centigrade for 20 minutes. The primer is mixed with 40 weight percentage of acrylic resin, 30 weight percentage of methyl isobutyl ketone, 30 weight percentage of toluene and hardener. The primer is added with 0.5-10 weight percentage of color dye, pearl, metal dye, fluorescence dye or noctilucence dye.    USE - Method for coating primer on a rear surface of a transparent solar cell i.e. thin film type transparent solar cell (claimed), on a wall of a building.    ADVANTAGE - The method allows forming various patterns of desired design, image advertisement or marble drawing in different directions through a UV spray pattern process of coating in the rear surface of the solar cell, thus improving aesthetic appearance of the transparent solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart illustrating a method for coating primer on a rear surface of a transparent solar cell.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves forming carbon nanotube film i.e. graphene film, on a substrate, and forming a mask pattern on the carbon nanotube film. The mask pattern is removed from the carbon pattern. The substrate is heated.    USE - Carbon pattern formation method. Uses include but are not limited to solar cell, probe, electroluminescent display, biological/chemical sensor, transistor, energy reservoir and optoelectronic device.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables improving resolution and reproducibility of the carbon pattern, and forming the carbon pattern at low cost in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a carbon pattern.
NOVELTY - The method involves depositing a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) comprising zinc oxide by physical vapor deposition (PVD) at a temperature less than 250 degrees C. The combined process of wet etching and annealing of is carried out, where etching is performed at a temperature greater than 250 degrees C.    USE - Combinatorial method of forming thin film photovoltaic (TFPV) solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the process of forming the transparent conductive oxide is improved, the manufacturing cost of TFPV solar cell is minimized without degrading the performance of cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross sectional view illustrating the process of forming solar cell.    Transparent substrate (410)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing a substrate with molybdenum layer, overlying absorber with copper indium gallium diselenide and copper indium diselenide materials and window layer with cadmium sulfide material. The substrate is supported to expose the surface of window layer and the pressure is applied from a scribe device to a tip in a scribe. The scribe device is moved relative to substrate to form (112) pattern on the window layer or absorber layer at the determined speed while the molybdenum layer is removed from the pattern of scribe device.    USE - Method for forming patterns for thin film photovoltaic material used in fabrication of thin film solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The scribe region is cleaned and free of contaminant and particles due to the passes thus lower contact resistivity is provided and the ohmic contact is improved for interconnects of the photovoltaic cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flow chart for forming patterns for thin film photovoltaic material.    Step for forming transparent substrate (104)    Step for forming electrode layer (106)    Step for forming absorber layer (108)    Step for forming window layer (110)    Step for forming pattern on window layer or absorber layer (112)
NOVELTY - A surface region of soda lime glass substrate is treated (1020) with aqueous solution to remove contaminants. A lower electrode layer comprising molybdenum is formed (1030) on the surface region. A thermal treatment process is performed (1040) to remove residual water species from lower electrode layer and soda lime glass substrate. A layer of photovoltaic material overlying the lower electrode layer is formed (1050) within deposition chamber. A zinc oxide layer s formed (1060) on the layer of photovoltaic material.    USE - Method for fabricating thin film solar cell on soda lime glass substrate for use in manufacture of thin film photovoltaic devices.    ADVANTAGE - High photo current is generated by forming copper based chalcopyrite photovoltaic layer. The efficiency of the solar cells is improved, since the formed zinc oxide layer diffuse the incoming light by scattering.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart for fabricating thin film solar cell.    Step for treating surface region of soda lime glass substrate with aqueous solution (1020)    Step for forming lower electrode layer overlying the surface region (1030)    Step for performing thermal treatment process on soda lime glass substrate (1040)    Step for forming layer of photovoltaic material (1050)    Step for forming zinc oxide layer (1060)
NOVELTY - The device has an electrical supply unit e.g. main battery (14), operating an electric motor (10) within a base load range. An electrical peak load energy storage e.g. peak load battery (16), operates the motor within a peak load range. The main and peak load batteries are electrically coupled with the motor independent of each other by power electronics circuit (12). The main battery is formed as a fuel cell or lithium ion battery. A recuperation device recuperates brake energy and loads the peak load battery. Cooling devices (18, 20) comprise a coolant circuit for cooling the load battery.    USE - Wear resistant power supply device for operating an electric motor for an electrical drive of a motor vehicle (claimed) i.e. electric vehicle such as passenger car.    ADVANTAGE - The main battery operates the electric motor within the base load range, where a part of capacity of the main battery needs to be used for the operation, so that the main battery can not completely loaded or unloaded and can be held in the operation in the load range for a long time, thus reducing wear of the main battery.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for operating a motor vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a connection diagram of an interconnection of components of a motor vehicle.    Electric motor (10)    Power electronics circuit (12)    Main battery (14)    Peak load battery (16)    Cooling devices (18, 20)
NOVELTY - The method involves inserting dopants into a region at a surface (106) of a semiconductor body (100). A dopant source (104) is produced on the surface, and is structured by an etching mask, which is formed as a lacquer sample. Other dopants are inserted from the structured dopant source into the body. An isolation layer e.g. nitride layer, is applied on the body for structuring the dopant source, and is opened at certain places corresponding to the lacquer sample when removing the lacquer sample in a lift-off process. A contact metal sample is produced after removing the lacquer sample.    USE - Method for producing a selective solar cell emitter (claimed) i.e. two-stage selective solar cell emitter.    ADVANTAGE - The dopants are inserted into the region at the surface of the semiconductor body, and the dopant source is produced on the surface, and is structured by the etching mask, where the other dopants are inserted from the structured dopant source into the semiconductor body such that the selective solar cell emitter can be manufactured in a simple and economic manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cross sectional view of a semiconductor body during production of a selective solar cell emitter.    Semiconductor body (100)    Surface range (102)    Dopant source (104)    Surface of a semiconductor body (106)
NOVELTY - Vapor deposition process to form 7-layer structure of low-refractive-index layer (3L1-3L4) and high-refractive-index layer (3H1-3H3) alternately, is carried out to make layer in reflection-prevention side of base material (1) a low-refractive-index layer, to obtain an optical component having a reflection prevention layer (3). The thickness of low-refractive-index layer at base-material side is 0.7 times design dominant wavelength (480-550 nm) or more, and 1.2 times wavelength or less. Layers (3H1-3H3) are vapor-deposited by ion-assisted deposition.    USE - Manufacture of optical component e.g. plastic lens (both claimed) used for spectacles. Can also be used for dustproof glass, dustproof quartz crystal, condenser lenses, prisms, optical disks, displays, solar cells, and optical isolators.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of optical components with reflection prevention layer having excellent abrasion resistance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of the optical component.    Base material (1)    Hard-coat layer (2)    Reflection prevention layer (3)    High-refractive-index layers (3H1-3H3)    Low-refractive-index layers (3L1-3L4)
NOVELTY - A copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target contains sintered compact of copper-gallium alloy powder containing 20-60 atomic% of gallium, and remainder copper and unavoidable impurities. The sintered compact has relative density of 97% or more, average grain size of 5-30 mu m and oxygen content of 400 ppm or less.    USE - Copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target is used for light absorption layer for copper-indium-gallium-selenium-type solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell using copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target has high efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target.
NOVELTY - The method involves providing reference mark as a reference point at a predetermined range to a glass substrate for detecting occurrence of defects in the predetermined position of glass substrate. The presence and absence of defects in the predetermined position of glass substrate is identified based on reference mark. The identification information of reference mark is matched with detected positional information on defects in glass substrate.    USE - Quality control method of glass substrate for display panel (both claimed) such as LCD panel, organic-LED (OLED) panel, and plasma display panel. Can also be used in electronic device, solar cell, hard disk, and motor vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Since the reference mark is provided as reference point at predetermined range to the glass substrate for detecting defects in predetermined position of glass substrate, the defects in the glass substrate is accurately detected based on provided reference mark, thus the glass substrate is utilized efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) quality control apparatus of the glass substrate; and    (2) glass substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of the quality control process of glass substrate. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A photovoltaic device comprises a first p-i-n junction cell formed on a substrate. The p-i-n junction cell comprises a p-type silicon containing layer (106); an intrinsic type silicon containing layer (108) formed over the p-type silicon containing layer; and a n-type silicon containing layer formed over the intrinsic type silicon containing layer comprises a first pair of microcrystalline layer and amorphous silicon layer.    USE - The photovoltaic device is used in thin film solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The present invention provides more efficient thin film solar cells comprising an intrinsic type silicon layer having mixed silicon phases formed in thin-film and crystalline solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is a method for forming a photovoltaic device by providing a substrate into a processing chamber; and depositing a multilayered intrinsic layer on the substrate by supplying a gas mixture to the processing chamber.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an enlarged view of a grain distribution of the intrinsic type silicon containing layer of the single junction thin-film solar cell.    P-type silicon containing layer (106)    Intrinsic type silicon containing layer (108)    N-type layer (110)    Grain boundary (302)    Grain (304)
NOVELTY - The transparent, hydrophilic self-cleaning thin-film sheet material comprises zinc oxide and less than 4 atomic% of indium. The zinc oxide crystallizes with the indium to produce the self-cleaning surface. The self-cleaning material is exposed to ultra violet radiation, and degrades any organic contaminants present on the self-cleaning surface. The indium doping increases the conductive properties of the self-cleaning material.    USE - The transparent, hydrophilic self-cleaning thin-film sheet material is useful as a front contact in a photovoltaic solar cell structure for protecting antibacterial surface (all claimed) surrounding the photovoltaic cell assemblies, and in organic light emitting diodes, gas sensors, heat mirrors and piezoelectric devices.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent, hydrophilic self-cleaning thin-film sheet material has high levels of conductance and improved durability, and efficiently minimizes the build up of contaminants whilst generating electrically thus improving the photovoltaic cell efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for: INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an antibacterial surface;    (2) a process for producing a self-cleaning material; and    (3) a front contact in a photovoltaic solar cell structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The diagram shows a side view of a self-cleaning layer/film.    Cleaning material. (1)
NOVELTY - The assembly (1) has an electrical insulator (3) arranged on an electrically conductive substrate (2) and including a metallic surface (7). A solar cell (4) is connected to the substrate, and is arranged in a recess (6) in the insulator. The cell is connected to the substrate by a side orientated toward the substrate via an electrically conductive connection (8). The recess is dimensioned in such a manner that an intermediate space (9) is produced between the cell and the insulator and is filled with a coupling medium (20). The cell is connected to surface by an electrical contact (10).    USE - Light-absorbing and/or light-emitting solar cell assembly for use in an optical system.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly is designed in such a manner that the light at a larger solid angle is exploited for the solar cell by the secondary optics, so that the solar cell is protected from dust, moisture, corrosive gases and mechanical stresses, thus increasing the long- term stability of the assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a solar cell assembly with a refractive secondary optics with a projection.    Light-absorbing and /or light-emitting solar cell assembly (1)    Electrically conductive substrate (2)    Electrical insulator (3)    Solar cell (4)    Recess (6)    Metallic surface (7)    Electrically conductive connection (8)    Intermediate space (9)    Electrical contact (10)    Coupling medium (20)
NOVELTY - A light-diffusion film has a porous film formed form polymeric material. The porous film has a structure comprising circular hole in which an opening surface is distorted. The average value of diameter of the opening surface of the hole of the porous structure is 0.1-50 mu m. The coefficient of variation of diameter of opening surface of the hole of the porous structure is 25% or more. The average value of aspect ratio of opening surface of the hole of the porous structure is 1.2 or more.    USE - Light-diffusion film. Uses include but are not limited to backlight unit of liquid crystal display device, organic electroluminescent element for organic electroluminescent display apparatus, organic electroluminescent illumination, light capture film of solar cell, and light scattering film of light emitting diode illuminating device.    ADVANTAGE - The film has excellent light diffusivity, and is manufactured with high productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the light-diffusion film.
NOVELTY - The method involves dispersing a mixture paste (22) containing an active material particle (24) on the surface of a collector (10) so as to form a mixture paste layer (25). A paste (32) for insulation particle layer comprising insulation grains (34) is dispersed on the upper surface (25a) of mixture paste layer. The specific gravity of the paste for insulation particle layer is smaller than that of mixture paste. The paste for insulation particle layer and mixture paste layer are dried so as to form electrode.    USE - Manufacturing method of electrode of battery e.g. lithium ion secondary battery and nickel hydrogen battery used in vehicle (both claimed) such as motor vehicle e.g. car (from drawings), hybrid vehicle and electric vehicle such as fuel cell electric vehicle. Can also be used in portable terminal and personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - Since specific gravity of paste for insulation is smaller than that of mixture paste, the paste for insulation particle layer can be formed on the upper surface of mixture paste layer easily, and permeation of binder with respect to mixture layer can be restricted. Hence performance of electrode is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross sectional view of the manufacturing process of negative electrode.    Collector (10)    Mixture paste (22)    Active material particle (24)    Mixture paste layer (25)    Upper surface (25a)    Paste for insulation particle layer (32)    Insulation grain (34)
NOVELTY - A glass contains (in mol%) phosphorus oxide (27-33), tin oxide (50-70), calcium oxide (0.5-5), zinc oxide (0-10), boric oxide (0-5), gallium oxide (0-3), indium oxide (0-3) and lanthanum oxide (0-3). The glass has linear light transmittance of 10% or less in wavelength of 400-1600 nm. A mirror-polished board formed using the glass has thickness of 2 mm.    USE - Glass is used for sealing mirror-polished board. Uses include but are not limited to organic light emitting diode, plasma display panel, liquid crystal display device, solar cell, ceramic package and valve for illumination.    ADVANTAGE - The glass is capable of carrying out softening flow by light irradiation and high-intensity laser light source.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the glass.
NOVELTY - A resin composition contains ethylene- alpha -olefin copolymer (A), polyolefin (B) containing functional group and organic peroxide (C). The copolymer has density of 0.860-0.920 g/cm3, melt viscosity ( eta 1) of less than 9.0x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, melt viscosity ( eta 2) of less than 1.8x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, branch number satisfying preset relation and ratio of average molecular weight and number average molecular weight measured by gel permeation chromatography of 8.0 or less.    USE - Resin composition for sealing material of solar cell and integrated circuit.    ADVANTAGE - The composition has excellent heat resistance, transparency, flexibility, adhesiveness with respect to substrate and is manufactured with improved productivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A resin composition contains ethylene- alpha -olefin copolymer (A), polyolefin (B) containing functional group and organic peroxide (C). The copolymer has density of 0.860-0.920 g/cm3, melt viscosity ( eta 1) of less than 9.0x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, melt viscosity ( eta 2) of less than 1.8x 10-4 poise measured at shear rate of 2.43x 102 second-1 and 100 degrees C, ratio of average molecular weight and number average molecular weight measured by gel permeation chromatography of 8.0 or less and branch number satisfying the relation: N greater than or equal to (-0.67)x E+53, where N is branch number per carbon number in total of 1000 pieces of principal chain and side chain measured by nuclear magnetic resonance and E is tensile elasticity modulus measured according to ISO 1184-1983.
NOVELTY - A porous base material (12) made of ceramics is provided on surface of deoxygenated film (14) containing ceramic material having oxygen-ion conductivity. The porous base material supports the deoxygenated film. Then, a catalyst material containing metallic element is provided inside the porous base material and/or surface of deoxygenated film, to obtain main component (1). A resinate solution is prepared by dissolving metallic element in organic solvent, main component is impregnated with resinate solution and baked, to obtain deoxygenated element (10).    USE - Manufacture of deoxygenated element used for deoxygenation apparatus, oxidation reaction apparatus and solid-oxide fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides deoxygenated element having high catalytic activity, without degrading porous base material.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows perspective view of deoxygenated element.    Main component (1)    Deoxygenated element (10)    Porous base material (12)    Deoxygenated film (14)
NOVELTY - The processing apparatus has the feeding points (53,54) to which a high frequency electric power is supplied from the high frequency electric-power supplies (17a,17b). A transmission line (14a) transmits the electric power to the feeding points of discharge electrodes (3a-3h). A first impedance component is connected to a loop circuit which provides a connection point between adjustment devices (13ab-13hb,13at-13ht), and a second impedance component is connected between the connection point of the transmission line and the discharge electrode.    USE - Substrate processing apparatus e.g. thin film manufacturing apparatus used for forming silicon thin film used for solar cell panel. Can also be used in manufacture of microcrystal solar cell, thin film transistor for LCDs, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The reflective electric power which returns to high frequency electric power can be reduced. The adjustment for adjusting the impedance of a high frequency electric-power and a discharge electrode can be performed more simply. The thickness distribution can be homogenized, the reflective electric power in a discharge electrode can be suppressed, and the installation cost can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view explaining the supply of electric power with respect to the discharge electrode.    Discharge electrodes (3a-3h)    Adjustment devices (13ab-13hb,13at-13ht)    Transmission line (14a)    High frequency electric-power supplies (17a,17b)    Feeding points (53,54)
NOVELTY - Thick film conductor composition (I) comprises (a) aluminum-containing powder (b) one or more glass frit compositions (1-2.5 wt.%), and dispersed in (c) organic medium, where at least one of the glass frit composition has a softening point of less than 400 degrees C.    USE - (I) is useful in electrodes and semiconductor devices, and for forming a solar cell (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (I) provides higher efficiency device. (I) is lead-free while at the same time maintaining electrical performance and other relevant properties of the device.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) forming a solar cell utilizing a silicon substrate having a p-type (10) and an n-type region (20) and a p-n junction, comprising screen-printing the back-side of the substrate, screen printing the composition, and firing the printed surface at 500-990 degrees C;    (2) an electrode comprising (I), where the composition has been fired to remove the organic medium and sinter the glass frit; and    (3) a semiconductor device comprising the electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a flow diagram of the process for fabricating the semiconductor device.    p-Type silicon substrate (10)    n-Type diffusion layer (20)    Silicon nitride film, titanium oxide film or silicon oxide film (30)    p+ Layer (40)    Aluminum back electrode. (61)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming several solar cell mesas which are electrically connected on a substrate which is made up of silicon. An active cell (40) is provided on each mesa for absorbing solar radiation for conversion into electrical energy. An active cell (40) is provided on mesa for absorbing solar radiation for conversion into electrical energy.    USE - Method for making monolithic interconnected module of semiconductor device (claimed) e.g. III-nitride-material based monolithic multi junction solar cell used in space application such as satellite, spacecraft or space station and terrestrial application.    ADVANTAGE - Full solar spectrum, high efficiency robust and low cost solar cells and photovoltaic (PV) devices using III-nitride semiconductor compounds can be realized. The conversion efficiency of the solar cell is improved by passing current between active cells, without generating large voltage drop. Maximal effective solar absorption area and higher broad band solar transmission efficiency can be obtained.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for semiconductor device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the three junction solar cell device.    Solar cell device (10)    Substrate (20)    Buffer layer (30)    Active cells (40,60)    Interconnecting tunnel junctions (50,70)
NOVELTY - Quantum dot-containing particles comprise core particles containing inorganic material or polymeric material, and quantum dot nanoparticles fixed on surface of the core particles.    USE - Quantum dot-containing particles. Uses include but are not limited to light-emitting diode, single electron transistor, photoresist for solar cell, and light source.    ADVANTAGE - The light-emitting diode comprising the quantum dot-containing particles has excellent luminous efficiency and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of quantum dot-containing particles.
NOVELTY - A sealing agent sheet has a coating film of water-soluble heat-curable resin-dispersed coating agent. The coating agent is obtained by emulsion-polymerizing a monomer mixture containing alpha , beta -ethylenically unsaturated monomer having alkoxy silane group, using resin having ammonium group as dispersant. The resin is produced by quaternizing with a tertiary amine having epoxy group and an organic acid. The sealing agent provides coating film having pencil hardness of 4B or more after curing by heating.    USE - Sealing agent sheet for sealing agent integrated base material for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sealing agent sheet has favorable sealing characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sealing agent sheet has a coating film of water-soluble heat-curable resin-dispersed coating agent. The coating agent is obtained by emulsion-polymerizing a monomer mixture containing alpha , beta -ethylenically unsaturated monomer having alkoxy silane group, using resin having ammonium group as dispersant. The resin is produced by quaternizing with a tertiary amine having epoxy group and an organic acid. The sealing agent provides coating film having pencil hardness of 4B or more after curing by heating. The ratio of hardness of coating film after heating and before heating is 1.1 or more. The sealing agent sheet carries out sealing of solar cell element (3) between light reception side transparent plate (1) and back surface protection sheet (2). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for sealing agent integrated base material, which has a coating film of water-soluble heat-curable resin-dispersed coating agent, laminated as sealing agent on solar cell element side surface of base material of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional block diagram of solar cell module.    Transparent plate (1)    Back surface protection sheet (2)    Solar cell element (3)    Sealing agent (4)
NOVELTY - A laminate (10) has base material (12) and silicon-containing film (16) formed on base material. The silicon-containing film has nitrogen-rich region (18) containing silicon atom and nitrogen atom, or silicon atom, nitrogen atom and oxygen atom. The nitrogen-rich region is formed by irradiating polysilazane film (14) formed on base material with energy ray in atmosphere which does not contain oxygen or water vapor, and modifying at least a portion of film.    USE - Laminate. Uses include but are not limited to liquid crystal display device, solar cell, flat panel display, word processor, computer, television, camera, measuring instrument, electric train, plastic spectacle lenses and motor vehicle component.    ADVANTAGE - The laminate having excellent transparency, adhesiveness, abrasion resistance, stability, productivity, water vapor barrier property and oxygen barrier property, and high refractive index is manufactured by simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of laminate, which involves coating polysilazane containing liquid on base material, forming film on base material, drying the obtained film under low water concentration atmosphere, forming the polysilazane film, irradiating energy-beam irradiation, modifying at least a portion of film, and forming silicon-containing film.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating manufacture of laminate.    Laminate (10)    Base material (12)    Polysilazane film (14)    Silicon-containing film (16)    Nitrogen-rich region (18)
NOVELTY - A solar cell sealing material comprises resin composition containing ethylene-( alpha )-olefin random copolymer (A) and ethylene-( alpha )-olefin block copolymer (B). The copolymer (A) has crystal melting enthalpy of 0-70 J/g measured at heating rate of 10 degrees C/minute, in differential scanning calorimetry. The copolymer (B) has crystal melting peak temperature of 100 degrees C or more and crystal melting enthalpy of 5-70 J/g, measured at heating rate of 10 degrees C/minute in differential scanning calorimetry.    USE - Solar cell sealing material is used for solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell sealing material has excellent flexibility, heat resistance and transparency. The solar cell module can be formed easily using solar cell sealing material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of solar cell module.    Transparent substrate (10)    Sealing resin layers (12a,12b)    Solar cell elements (14a,14b)    Back sheet (16)    Junction box (18)    Wiring (20)
NOVELTY - A fuel cell bipolar plate containing product comprises a fuel cell bipolar plate having an external surface, a cationic polymer layer or metal oxide layer over the external surface, and a conductive and hydrophilic surface layer disposed over portion(s) of its exterior area. The conductive and hydrophilic surface layer comprises a conductive carbon material having a hydrophilic organic group. The conductive carbon material is ionically attached to one of the cationic polymer layer or metal oxide layer.    USE - A fuel cell bipolar plate containing product.    ADVANTAGE - The product has improved water management and electric contact resistance, and reduces water leachable contaminants and electrochemical degradation of the bipolar plate, electrodes and membranes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a process comprising providing a fuel cell bipolar plate comprising a carbon material disposed on portion(s) of its exterior area, contacting the carbon material with an organic molecule having hydrophilic group(s), and causing the organic molecule to react with the carbon material so that the hydrophilic group is covalently attached to the carbon material; and    (2) a process comprising providing a carbon material and a fuel cell bipolar plate, covalently attaching a hydrophilic organic group on the carbon material through a chemical reaction, and depositing the carbon material over portion(s) of the exterior area of the bipolar plate to form a conductive and hydrophilic surface layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a perspective schematic view of an exemplary fuel cell stack.    Inlet (31)    Catalyst loaded cathode (34)    Ion conductive electrolyte membrane (35)    Gas flow channels (36)    Catalyst loaded anode (40)
NOVELTY - A photocatalyst coating component has photocatalyst layer provided on surface of base material. The photocatalyst layer is obtained by coating photocatalyst coating liquid containing photocatalytic metal oxide particles, hydrophilic silica particles and curable silicone emulsion, and drying. The hydrophilic silica particles are partially covered or modified using hydrophobic group-containing substance.    USE - Photocatalyst coating component. Uses include but are not limited to plastics, concrete, building material, dustproof cover, traffic sign, display apparatus, sound insulation wall, insulator, solar cell, kitchen panel and ventilating fan.    ADVANTAGE - The photocatalyst coating component has high photocatalytic degradation property and suppressed deterioration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photocatalyst coating liquid.
NOVELTY - A protective film has a gas barrier film having a silicon oxide vapor deposition film (2) provided on one surface of fluorine resin film (1) by chemical vapor deposition method, and a gas barrier layer (3) formed by reactive ion cluster beam method. The protective film is comprised in laminated structure of solar cell module having filler layer and photovoltaic device.    USE - Protective film is used for solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The protective film provides excellent mechanical strength, impact resistance, handleability, weather resistance, heat resistance, water resistance, light resistance, chemical resistance, hail resistance, and wind pressure resistance to solar cell module. The solar cell module is economically manufactured with excellent damp-proof property, antifouling property, light reflection property, light diffusion property, and design property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of gas-barrier film.    Fluorine resin film (1)    Silicon oxide vapor deposition film (2)    Gas barrier layer (3)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has structure comprising electrode layer (3), semiconductor layer consisting of photoelectric conversion unit (4), and another electrode layer (5) that all are sequentially formed from the near side of translucent insulated substrate (1). A base layer comprising periodic corrugation in parallel direction with respect to one main surface of substrate is formed between substrate and electrode layer (3). The pitch of translucent base layer (2) is higher than the minimum wavelength of incident light.    USE - Thin film photoelectric conversion apparatus used in photosensor and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The contamination adhered to corrugated layer of the occurrence of damage in the corrugated layer during prolonged outdoor usage is reduced, while improving optical confinement effect with respect to thin film photoelectric conversion apparatus and reliability of thin film photoelectric conversion apparatus.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of thin film photoelectric conversion apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the thin film photoelectric conversion apparatus.    Translucent insulated substrate (1)    Translucent base layer (2)    Electrode layers (3,5)    Photoelectric conversion unit (4)    Incident layer (7)    Thin film photoelectric conversion apparatus (9)
NOVELTY - A sealing film (13A,13B) contains ethylene-unsaturated ester copolymer, crosslinking agent and hydroxyl group-containing (meth)acrylate.    USE - Sealing film is used for solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sealing film has excellent transparency. The pressure added to the electricity generating element in solar cell comprising sealing film is relieved, and the damage of the electricity generating element is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of solar cell.    Light-receiving-surface transparent protection material (11)    Back-surface protection material (12)    Sealing films (13A,13B)    Electricity generating element (14)
NOVELTY - The module has a surface side and back surface side sealing portions (200,220) that are maintained on both sides of a photovoltaic cell (100). A buffer portion (400) is melted by the back surface side sealing portion and attached with layer (420) formed using the material such as acrylic type adhesive agent. The buffer portion is formed using polyethylene terephthalate or polyethylene naphthalate. The back surface side sealing portion is formed using the ethylene vinyl acetate. The steel, titanium, plastic is used as base material.    USE - Solar cell module installed in roof of building.    ADVANTAGE - The reliability of the attachment of the photovoltaic cell with respect to the base material for installation is increased without being based on the materials of the back surface side sealing portion and the base material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an exploded perspective view of the solar cell module.    Photovoltaic cell (100)    Surface side sealing portion (200)    Back surface side sealing portion (220)    Buffer portion (400)    Adhesive layer (420)
NOVELTY - A silicon substrate (10) contains an integrated circuit (15) that is provided with a drain on a backside of the substrate. A titanium-nickel (TiNi) contact layer (20) contacts the drain on the backside. The contact layer comprises a nickel silicide at the interface with the silicon substrate. A soldering layer (25) is formed on the contact layer. An oxidation reducing layer (30) is formed on the soldering layer. A solder bump (38) is on the oxidation prevention layer. A lead frame (40) is attached to the solder bump.    USE - Semiconductor device e.g. double diffusion metal-oxide-semiconductor (DMOS) device of electronic apparatus (both claimed). Uses included but are not limited optoelectronic devices, solar cells, micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) structures, lighting controls, power supplies, amplifiers, portable computers, disk drives, universal serial bus (USB) controllers and portable audio devices.    ADVANTAGE - The combination of the Ti and Ni materials in the contact layer reduces the backside on-resistance and forms silicide with the Si substrate at lower temperatures. The wafer warpage is reduced, the ductility is increased thus the elasticity is improved and has good adhesion properties.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the semiconductor device.    Silicon substrate (10)    Integrated circuit (15)    Nickel-titanium contact layer (20)    Soldering layer (25)    Oxidation reducing layer (30)    Solder bump (38)    Lead frame (40)
NOVELTY - Use of an organic mesomer compound as an organic dopant for doping an organic semiconductor matrix material for the alteration of electrical characteristics, is claimed, where: the mesomer compound is a quinone or its derivative, the mesomer compound exhibits low volatility than tetrafluoro tetracyano quinone dimethane under same evaporation conditions, and the volatility of the mesomer compound is 0.9-times, preferably less than or equal to 0.8-times of tetrafluoro tetracyano quinone dimethane.    USE - The organic mesomer compound is useful as an organic dopant for doping an organic semiconductor matrix material for the alteration of electrical characteristics, where the organic semiconductor matrix material is an electronic component, preferably an organic LED, a photovoltaic cell, an organic solar cell, an organic diode or an organic field effect transistors (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic mesomer compound provides electronic components with improved long-term stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) an organic semiconductor material comprising the organic matrix molecule and the organic dopant, where the molar doping ratio of the dopant to the matrix molecule and/or monomer unit of a polymer matrix molecule is 1:5-1:1000; and    (2) the preparation of the organic semiconductor material containing the organic matrix molecule and organic dopant comprising carrying out a substrate evaporation of the dopant at 0.001-0.5 nm/second.
NOVELTY - A composition contains organometallic compound, inorganic particles or organic polymer particles and binder component.    USE - Composition is used for cured material for sealing electronic devices (both claimed) e.g. organic electroluminescent elements. Uses include but are not limited to capacitors, organic thin film transistors, organic solar cells and organic complementary metal oxide semiconductor sensors.    ADVANTAGE - The composition has excellent hygroscopic property and oxygen-absorbing property. The cured material formed using the composition has excellent heat-radiating performance. The electronic devices have excellent transparency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic sectional view of organic electroluminescent element.    Structure (20)    Substrate (22)    Sealing cap (24)    Adhesive agent (26)    Organic electroluminescent element (100)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a titanium dioxide nanowire on fluorine doped tin oxide glass substrates through a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process at 550-500 degree Celsius. A cadmium sulphide powder is formed with average particle diameter of 50-200nm. A cadmium sulfide nanorod is formed through the CVD process in a titanium dioxide nanowire surface at 450-500 degree Celsius. Oxygen gas is supplied with ambient gas such as argon gas and reaction gas. A titanium dioxide/cadmium sulphide heterostructure is supplied with hydrogen gas as reaction gas.    USE - Method for manufacturing a board that is utilized in a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables easy formation of the cadmium sulfide nanorod into a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) alloy, thus reducing production cost and improving optical catalyst property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for fabricating a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic illustration of a board manufacturing method.
NOVELTY - An organic solar cell has photoelectric conversion layer containing hole transport material containing donor material and acceptor material. The photoelectric conversion layer is provided between pair of electrodes.    USE - Organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic solar cell has excellent power conversion efficiency, and can be manufactured by a simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of organic solar cell.
NOVELTY - The method involves coating sol-solution, and diversifying sol-solution into gel solution, where the sol-solution is made of one among indium tin oxide, titanium dioxide, tungsten oxide, zinc oxide or silicon dioxide. The sol-solution is transferred on a transparent substrate, and a poly-crystal optical scattering layer is formed on a nano pattern.    USE - Method for manufacturing an optoelectronic device such as solar cell and LED element (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables performing simple nano imprint lithography process, and enhancing optical extraction efficiency and light transmission efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of an optoelectronic device manufacturing method. '(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - A fuel cell catalyst is formed from a metallic alloy of catalyst metal(s) and leachable metal(s) through potential cycling to remove a portion of the leachable metal(s) such that a catalytic surface area of the fuel cell catalyst per a given amount of the catalyst metals is enhanced after removal of the portion.    USE - A fuel cell catalyst for a fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The fuel cell catalyst has enhanced catalytic surface area.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for making a fuel cell catalyst.
NOVELTY - Treatment of a crystalline silicon substrate (470) comprises depositing an amorphous silicon film (472) on a surface (476) of the substrate; and heating to crystallize the amorphous silicon film. Depositing the amorphous silicon film further comprises delivering a mixture of precursors comprising a silicon-containing compound into a vacuum deposition chamber in which the crystalline silicon is disposed.    USE - Method for the treatment of a crystalline silicon substrate (claimed) used for a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method eliminates pre-cleaning, post-cleaning, etching, and stripping steps, thus providing a more economical solar cell fabrication.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic cross-sectional view of the crystalline silicon substrate.    Crystalline silicon substrate (470)    Amorphous silicon film (472)    Depth (474)    Surface (476)    Region (480)
NOVELTY - The device has a vacuum pump that extracts the gas and the control pressure inside a technical cavity. A gas supply device supplies the technical gas and controls the flow. A substrate rotation device rotates a substrate and controls the rotating angle of the substrate so as to improve the uniformity of thin film. Several electrode plates provided with the substrate are staggered and arranged inside the technical process in parallel to provide electric field needed for separating the technical gas.    USE - Plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition device for preparing thin-film solar cell.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for preparing thin-film solar cell by using plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition device.
NOVELTY - The semiconductor element has an aluminum gallium nitride (AlGaN) layer (9) in which composition differs from the n side contact layer (7) and contains n-type impurity sequentially between the n side contact layer and an active layer (13). A gallium nitride (GaN) layer (11) contains n-type impurity to touch the AlGaN layer. The film thickness of the GaN layer is 2000-5000 Angstrom.    USE - Nitride semiconductor element used for electronic devices. Uses include but are not limited to LED, laser diode, solar cell, transistor, photosensor and power device.    ADVANTAGE - The excellent electrostatic resistant characteristic can be realized, as the film thickness of the GaN layer is 2000-5000 Angstrom.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the structure of the nitride semiconductor element.    N side contact layer (7)    AlGaN layer (9)    GaN layer (11)    Active layer (13)    P side contact layer (15)
NOVELTY - A photoelectric conversion element (1) has a lamination of photoelectric conversion semiconductor layer (30), a buffer layer (40) and a translucent conductive layer (60). The layer (30) contains a compound semiconductor having chalcopyrite structure containing Ib group element, IIIb group element and/or VIb group element. The buffer layer contains ternary compound consisting of cadmium-free metal, oxygen and sulfur. The buffer layer comprises carbonyl ion on surface at side of translucent conductive layer.    USE - Photoelectric conversion element is used for solar cell (claimed) and infrared sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion element has high photoelectric conversion efficiency and flexibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic sectional view of photoelectric conversion element.    Photoelectric conversion element (1)    Substrate (10)    Photoelectric conversion semiconductor layer (30)    Buffer layer (40)    Translucent conductive layer (60)    Upper electrode (70)
NOVELTY - The reusable template has a semiconductor material such a silicon and a surface with three-dimensional (3-D) surface topography. The surface topography includes multiple raised areas separated by multiple depressed areas. Each raised area has a tapered top with an angle of 25-65 degrees . The surface topography is preserved after a substrate release cycle.    USE - Reusable template for creating detachable thin semiconductor substrate for thin film solar cells (TFSC) used in commercial, industrial, residential and centralized utility applications.    ADVANTAGE - The amount of polysilicon feed stock which is consumed per peak watt of solar power is reduced while eliminating kerf loses associated with sawing and slicing, so that the overall solar cell manufacturing cost is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for creating thin semiconductor substrates.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the graph illustrating the relation between height loss and taper angle of raised area for reusable template.
NOVELTY - The component has an electrode assembly comprising two electrodes, where one of the electrodes is a diamond-containing electrode and the other electrode is made of non-transparent material such as platinum. A monolithically integrated solar cell is provided as an energy source for the electrode assembly. The diamond in the electrode is doped with metal such as boron. The electrode assembly has an insulating layer that is made of diamond, aluminum oxide, aluminum nitride, silicon dioxide or glass.    USE - Semiconductor component i.e. diamond-based electrochemically active integrated transistor such as ion-sensitive FET and chemical FET, for use in hydrogen generation applications, electroanalysis applications and water treatment applications (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The monolithically integrated solar cell is provided as the energy source for the electrode assembly, thus ensuring supply of energy in an efficient manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of a semiconductor component.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Solar cell (BB)    Base substrate (CC)    Diamond electrode substrate (DD)    Quasi-metal electrode (EE)    Passivation and encapsulation part (FF)    Water (GG)
NOVELTY - A condensing and liquefying apparatus consists of a gas-introducing unit (3), an inclined mixing unit (1) which has weirs (I,II) and stores a refrigerant liquid, a heat-exchange unit (20) connected to the mixing portion for removing heat from the refrigerant liquid, an exhaust unit (4) to which a suction exhaust apparatus (B) is connected, and liquid extracting units (15,24) provided in the mixing unit and heat-exchange unit.    USE - Apparatus is used for condensing and liquefying zinc chloride (claimed) by-produced in production of high-purity silicon (used for solar cells) by reducing silicon tetrachloride with zinc.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus enables stable, simple, efficient and continuous collection of zinc chloride over a long period of time, without pipeline obstruction, and with high collection rate, thermal efficiency, and volumetric efficiency. Zinc oxidation is suppressed. The method also enables economical manufacture of high-purity silicon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for condensing-liquefaction method, which involves storing a refrigerant liquid in the mixing unit and heat-exchange unit of the condensing-liquefaction apparatus, introducing a gas containing zinc chloride from the introduction unit, liquefying the condensed component containing zinc chloride from the introduced gas, and collecting in the refrigerant liquid.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the condensing-liquefaction testing apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Mixing unit (1)    Gas introducing unit (3)    Exhaust unit (4)    Liquid extracting units (15,24)    Heat-exchange unit (20)    Suction exhaust apparatus (B)
NOVELTY - The method involves exposing surface of glass substrate by forming several openings in silicon thin film that are regularly arranged at a constant pitch. An isotropic etching is performed on surface formed under certain conditions. An uneven parabola shapes is formed in which depressions having a roughly hemispheric shape are formed upon surface uniformly. The isotropic etching is continued after formation of uneven parabola shapes, and silicon film is separated from translucent substrate while tips of protruding sections in uneven parabola shapes re-rounded.    USE - Roughening method for substrate for forming photovoltaic apparatus (claimed) e.g. super straight-way-type film silicon solar battery and a substrate type film silicon solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The isotropic etching is continued after formation of uneven parabola shapes, and silicon film is separated from translucent substrate while tips of protruding sections in uneven parabola shapes re-rounded, by providing the uneven shaped texture structure of the shape of parabola, light reflective is low and the favorable optical confinement effects are acquired. Thus the surface of the substrate is uniformly roughened effectively and reduces the occurrence of the defect of the semiconductor layer formed in the upper layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacturing method of the photovoltaic apparatus; and    (2) photovoltaic apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the processes of roughening the substrate for forming photovoltaic apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The protection board has uneven structured transparent resin layer on surface of a glass substrate which is positioned at a light receiving portion in which refractive index of resin layer is same or below the refractive index of substrate.    USE - Protection board for photovoltaic apparatuses used in solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the refractive index of uneven structured transparent resin layer is low or same as that of glass substrate, reflectance of resin layer can be lowered instead of polymer films. Thus optimal protection board with high photoelectric conversion efficiency, good weather resistance and durability, and improved condensing efficiency are realized for easy production of photovoltaic apparatuses.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of protection board for photovoltaic apparatuses.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of protection board.    Transparent substrate (101)    Uneven structured transparent resin layer (102)
NOVELTY - The aluminum housing (205) has several openings between its two major sides. A roller bushing placed in one of several openings includes a tube, and three raceways (175A-175C) that are formed partially in housing, comprising several bearing elements (170) made of ceramic. Each of three raceways has an outer channel (235A) and an inner channel (235B) parallel to and radially separated from outer channel. The inner channel includes a longitudinal slit allowing a portion of several bearing elements to extend into a bore (165) and a lift pin is placed in bore of tube.    USE - Support pedestal for vacuum chamber of substrate processing system for use in fabrication of LCD, flat panel display, organic LED (OLED), photovoltaic cell for solar cell array and thin film transistor.    ADVANTAGE - The device is made to withstand with deflection, torsion or lateral forces acting on the lift pin while allowing movement of lift pin with minimal friction.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for processing substrate.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top cross-sectional view of the roller bushing.    Bore (165)    Bearing element (170)    Raceways (175A-175C)    Aluminum housing (205)    Outer channel (235A)    Inner channel (235B)
NOVELTY - Paper is obtained by laminating a film having polyethylene-type resin (A) on surface(s) of foam sheet having polyethylene-type resin (B).    USE - Paper is used between semiconductor substrate, resin substrate, printed wiring board, ceramic substrate, and glass substrate for display apparatus e.g. liquid crystal display, plasma display, electroluminescent display and field emission display, solar cell panel, semiconductor device, light-guide plate, reflecting plate, lens sheet, prism sheet, phase difference plate, polarizing plate, circuit board, magnetic recording board, optical recording board, magnetooptical-recording board and ceramic board (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The paper enables to protect the surface of substrate from damage, dust adhesion and organic-substance contamination.
NOVELTY - A resin composition consists of (in parts weight) ethylene- alpha -olefin copolymer (100), ethylenic unsaturated silane compound (0.1-5), and organic peroxide (0.1-3). The copolymer contains 8-20 mol% of structural unit derived from alpha -olefin, exhibits melting peak at 30-90 degrees C measured by differential scanning calorimeter, and has molecular weight distribution of 1.2-3.5 measured by gel permeation chromatography, and melt flow rate of 51-400 g/10 minutes at 230 degrees C and load of 2.16 kg measured by JIS K-6721.    USE - Resin composition is used for sheet for solar-cell sealing material for thin film type solar cell module (all claimed) used as auxiliary power supply for motor vehicles and moving power supply.    ADVANTAGE - The resin composition provides solar-cell sealing material with excellent adhesiveness, heat resistance, moldability, crosslinking characteristics, high-temperature tolerance, weather resistance, and thermocycle tolerance. The solar cell module is economically manufactured with excellent conversion efficiency and durability, and high productivity using the resin composition.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module, which is obtained using solar-cell sealing material consisting of sheet formed using resin composition.
NOVELTY - The method involves obtaining ultra thin platinum film by sputtering noble metal made of platinum on a substrate (14). The ultra thin platinum film is subjected to thermal treatment to obtain metal film (12). Thermal treatment is performed with respect to metal film at temperature of 300 degrees C and annealing process is performed by heating at temperature of about 350 degrees C.    USE - Method for producing noble metal film. Uses include but are not limited to electrode, solar cell, touch display panel, flat panel display, transparent transistor, optical and antistatic coating.    ADVANTAGE - The optical transparency, conductivity, homogeneity, chemical and mechanical robustness of film are ensured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view illustrating process of producing noble metal film.    Metal film (12)    Substrate (14)
NOVELTY - The positive and negative electrode active materials are positioned opposingly on sides of a separator. The active material uncoated portions (11b,13b) of electrode sheets are protruded from sides of separator in width direction. The edges of uncoated portion of electrode sheets are wound up in state in which electroconductive sheets (61,62) are positioned. The uncoated portions of electrode sheets are wound up in state in which porous sheets (63,64) are positioned. The injection holes (72) are formed between electroconductive and porous sheets, in uncoated portion.    USE - Battery such as lithium ion secondary battery for use in vehicle (claimed) such as motor vehicle, hybrid vehicle and fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The penetration of the dust generated during the welding operation inside the winding electrode is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the battery.    Uncoated portions of positive and negative electrode sheets (11b,13b)    Electroconductive sheets (61,62)    Porous sheets (63,64)    Injection holes (72)    Battery (100)
NOVELTY - The method involves cutting ingot (20) by fixed abrasive wire (10) of cutting device using water as a coolant (30). The cut ingot is cleaned with liquid containing a rust preventive agent containing solution selected from the group of sulfonic acid and carboxylic acid.    USE - Cutting method of silicon ingot used in manufacture of silicon wafer for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon ingot can be disconnected inexpensively at high accuracy. Temperature rise of main roller and work piece resulting from heat generation at the time of cutting can be suppressed. The generation of rust is prevented by using rust preventive agent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating the cutting method of silicon ingot.    Fixed abrasive wire (10)    Silicon ingot (20)    Coolant (30)    Water supply nozzle (31)    Main roller (40)
NOVELTY - A wavelength-conversion-type solar cell sealing material contains coated fluorescent material dispersed in transparent sealing resin. The coated fluorescent material is obtained by providing coating layer on circumference of fluorescent particles using substance having refractive index less than the fluorescent particles.    USE - Sealing material is used in manufacture of solar cell module (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sealing material has excellent visible light transmittance and optical efficiency. The solar cell module has excellent electric power generation efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar cell module;    (2) manufacture of wavelength-conversion-type solar cell sealing material; and    (3) manufacture of solar cell module.
NOVELTY - Metal nanoparticle catalyst comprises silicon oxide nanowire.    USE - The metal nanoparticle catalyst is used for hydrogenation, fuel cell, sensor and reducing agent of poisonous gas e.g. nitrogen monoxide and carbon monoxide.    ADVANTAGE - The metal nanoparticle catalyst has excellent purity, reproducibility and stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of producing the above-cited metal nanoparticle catalyst, which involves depositing metal nanoparticle through physical vapor deposition (PVD) on the surface of silicon oxide nanowire and heating deposited metal.
NOVELTY - The device (100) has lithium ion capacitor (120) that electrically stores electric power converted by solar cell (110). A step-up circuit (130) makes the electric current supplied to battery (102) from the capacitor below trickle charge electric current of battery. A capacitor voltage-measurement unit (122) measures the voltage of capacitor. An electric power control unit (152) turns ON the output of step-up circuit so that electric power electrically stored by capacitor is supplied to battery, when voltage of capacitor is more than preset value.    USE - Supplement charging device for battery such as lead acid battery and lithium ion battery mounted in vehicle (both claimed) such as road haulage vehicle and two-wheeled vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - Electric power can be supplied to battery stably and efficiently by avoiding significant deterioration of performance of capacitor. Power consumption of charging device can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for supplement charging method of battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the supplement charging device. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Supplement charging device (100)    Battery (102)    Solar cell (110)    Lithium ion capacitor (120)    Capacitor voltage measurement unit (122)    Step-up circuit (130)    Electric power control unit (152)
NOVELTY - A substrate (10) with which lower electrode (20) and photoelectric conversion layer (30) are laminated, is immersed in reaction liquid at 20-45 degrees C, and maintained for predetermined time. The reaction liquid consists of aqueous solution containing a n-type dopant element, at least one of ammonia or ammonium salt, and thiourea. Dopant is diffused in layer (30). The substrate is immersed in reaction liquid at 70-95 degrees C, and buffer layer (40) is deposited on photoelectric conversion layer. Thus, photoelectric conversion element (1) is manufactured.    USE - Manufacture of photoelectric conversion element used for solar cell and charge coupled device sensor.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion element is economically and easily manufactured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A substrate with which lower electrode and photoelectric conversion layer are laminated, is immersed in reaction liquid at 20-45 degrees C, and maintained for predetermined time. The reaction liquid consists of aqueous solution containing a n-type dopant element, at least one of ammonia or ammonium salt, and thiourea. The n-type dopant is diffused in photoelectric conversion layer. The substrate with which lower electrode and photoelectric conversion layer are laminated, is immersed in reaction liquid at 70-95 degrees C, and buffer layer is deposited on photoelectric conversion layer. Thus, photoelectric conversion element having a laminated structure of lower electrode, photoelectric conversion layer having compound semiconductor layer, n-type buffer layer having compound semiconductor layer, and a translucent conductive layer (60) is manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of photoelectric conversion element.    Photoelectric conversion element (1)    Substrate (10)    Lower electrode (20)    Photoelectric conversion layer (30)    Buffer layer (40)    Translucent conductive layer (60)
NOVELTY - A photosensitive paste composition contains inorganic particles (A), copolymer of monomer (B) containing unsaturated carboxylic acid (B1) and (meth)acrylate (B2), polyfunctional (meth)acrylate (C), photoinitiator (D) and silane coupling agent (E). The usage amount of hydroxyl-containing monomer of copolymer (B) is 8 weight% or less with respect to total amount of components (B1) and (B2).    USE - Photosensitive paste composition is used for forming pattern (claimed) for flat panel display, plasma display panel, field emission display, high degree mounting material of electronic components and components of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photosensitive paste composition economically provides high-definition pattern with low resistance value and favorable adhesiveness with respect to support.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for pattern formation method.
NOVELTY - A photosensitive paste composition comprises an electroconductive component, alkali-soluble resin, polyfunctional (meth)acrylate, photoinitiator and silicone particles.    USE - Photosensitive paste composition for forming a pattern (claimed) during manufacturing of a flat panel display such as plasma display panel and field emission display, high degree mounting material of an electronic component, and member of a solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photosensitive paste composition can form high-definition pattern in an accurate and economical manner with high sensitivity, low resistance value and favorable adhesiveness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for forming a pattern.
NOVELTY - A semiconductor structure (300) comprises a semiconductor substrate (105) with a substrate doping; and a doped crystalline semiconductor layer with a layer doping, where the doped crystalline semiconductor layer being disposed on a front surface of the semiconductor substrate at a front interface (125), where the substrate doping changes to the layer doping within a 100 angstrom transition region.    USE - As semiconductor structure (claimed) such as low thermal budget silicon cell structure.    ADVANTAGE - The present semiconductor structure is low cost semiconductor optical device; and is a solar cell that is low cost and easier and faster to manufacture. The semiconductor structure provides improved solar cell device with a semiconductor substrate with crystalline layers on both sides. The structure has a tandem junction cell with large grain size crystalline Si region having average grain sizes larger than 1 micron and efficiency greater than 12%. The silicon solar cell fabricated by a method which uses a low thermal budget, where the maximum temperature is kept low, where foreign substrates is used if desired, where the efficiency and throughput (number of cells manufactured per unit of time) are kept at acceptable levels, the energy used and payback time are minimized, thus the manufacturing cost is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows block diagram of low thermal budget silicon cell structure.    Substrate (105)    Front doped crystalline semiconductor layer (110)    Front interface (125)    silicon cell structure (300)    Back interface (325)
NOVELTY - An organic photoelectric conversion element (10) has organic layer containing fullerene derivative having maximum absorption wavelength of 700 nm or more between cathode (13) and anode (12).    USE - Organic photoelectric conversion element is used for solar cell and optical sensor array (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic photoelectric conversion element has high photoelectric conversion ability and durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic sectional view of solar cell.    Organic photoelectric conversion element (10)    Substrate (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (13)    Bulk heterojunction layer (14)
NOVELTY - The solar cell unit has a visible light reflection layer having different refractive index, which is formed on light incident surface of a substrate. The p-type and n-type organic semiconductor materials are arranged between the transparent electrode and counter electrode that are provided on the substrate.    USE - Solar cell unit installed in veranda and wall of balcony of building.    ADVANTAGE - The control property of the surface color of the solar cell unit can be improved and designing structure of the solar cell unit can be simplified.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell unit.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graph illustrating the relationship between laminated constitution and visible light reflectance of visible light reflection layer. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A cover glass is formed by coating a low-reflection film containing inorganic compound microparticles and an inorganic compound binder, which are non-aggregated, on a substrate glass. The low-reflection film has average surface roughness of 1 nm or less.    USE - Cover glass is used for solar cell panel.    ADVANTAGE - The cover glass has low reflection property and excellent contamination resistance, and is economical.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of cover glass.
NOVELTY - A sealing film contains ethylene-unsaturated ester copolymer, cross-linking agent and dimethacrylate compound (I).    USE - Sealing film is used for solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The sealing film has excellent heat resistance, transparency, durability and suppressed yellowing. The solar cell using the sealing film has excellent electric power generating efficiency and is defect free.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A sealing film contains ethylene-unsaturated ester copolymer, cross-linking agent and dimethacrylate compound of formula (I).    R1,R2=H or methyl;    R3,R4=2-10C alkylene;    R5,R6=H or 1-3C alkyl;and    m+n=2-20.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of solar cell.    Light-receiving surface side of transparent protection component (11)    Back surface side protective material (12)    Light-receiving surface side sealing film (13A)    Back surface side sealing film (13B)    Electricity-generating film (14)
NOVELTY - The adhesive sheet (1) is arranged between a sealing resin layer (5) which seals solar cell element (4) and a coating layer (6) which covers sealing resin layer. Wavelength of the light absorbed by sealing resin layer is convertible by wavelength conversion material. Peak wavelength of the excitation spectrum and fluorescence spectrum of the wavelength conversion material are set to be 350-550 nm and 400-700 nm respectively. Content rate of the wavelength conversion material is 0.001-1 weight part with respect to the 100 weight part of the polymers.    USE - Adhesive sheet for solar cell module (claimed) used for electric power generation.    ADVANTAGE - Wavelength of the light absorbed by sealing resin layer can be converted effectively and photoelectric conversion efficiency of the solar cell module can be improved. Durability of the solar cell module can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell module.    Adhesive sheet (1)    Solar cell module (3)    Solar cell element (4)    Sealing resin layer (5)    Coating layer (6)
NOVELTY - The sheet (10) has reflecting structure layer (16) at the back side of transmissive protective layer (17) which transmits the light radiated from the back of semiconductor electric power generating apparatus main portion. An outer layer (11) at the back side of reflecting structure layer, protects reflecting structure layer comprising optical structure layer (15) and corrugated reflecting film (14). The optical structure layer is formed from thermosetting resin or thermoplastic resin with vicat softening temperature of 95 degrees C or more.    USE - Reflective protection sheet for semiconductor electric power generating apparatus (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The deformation of the optical structure layer can be suppressed and fixed quality reflective protection sheet can be obtained. The electric power generation efficiency can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for semiconductor electric power generating apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the reflective protection sheet.    Reflective protection sheet (10)    Outer layer (11)    Reflecting film (14)    Optical structure layer (15)    Reflecting structure layer (16)    Transmissive protective layer (17)
NOVELTY - The method involves spraying gas on several surfaces of a semiconductor wafer (1) by drying process, after cleaning process which is performed with respect to the semiconductor wafer using organic solvent is completed. The spraying of gas on the surfaces of the semiconductor wafer is controlled, so that the gas moved from two or more directions does not cross on the main surface of the semiconductor wafer.    USE - Method for processing semiconductor wafer such as silicon wafer used as substrate of solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The semiconductor wafer can be processed effectively and favorably within short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for semiconductor wafer drying apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the semiconductor wafer drying apparatus.    Semiconductor wafer (1)    Cassette (2)    Upper side injection pipe (5)    Left side injection pipe (6a)    Right side injection pipe (6b)
NOVELTY - The solar cell module has a solar cell (18) on a base device. A concentrator on the solar cell includes a primary concentration device and a secondary concentration device, where the concentrator directly contacts with the solar cell and concentrates the light to the solar cell for opto-electric transformation. The secondary concentration device includes light-guiding plate made of plastic, glass or organic material. A heat sink (15) comprising metal, semiconductor or ceramic is on back substrate and surrounding solar cell.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The concentrator directly contacts with the solar cell and concentrates the light to the solar cell for opto-electric transformation, so that solar cell module size is reduced and is less expensive.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the solar cell module.    Huge lens (2)    Heat sink (15)    Solar cell (18)
NOVELTY - A carbon material is obtained by baking aromatic polyamide composition at 500-1500 degrees C in inert gas atmosphere. The aromatic polyamide composition contains (in parts mass) metal halide (1-150) and fully aromatic polyamide (100) including repeating unit (I).    USE - Carbon material is used for catalyst for electrode of fuel cell for electric vehicles, and various chemical reactions.    ADVANTAGE - The carbon material is economical and has high oxygen reduction activity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A carbon material is obtained by baking aromatic polyamide composition at 500-1500 degrees C in inert gas atmosphere. The aromatic polyamide composition contains 1-150 parts mass of metal halide of formula: MY'2 and 100 parts mass of fully aromatic polyamide including repeating unit of formula: -C(=O)-Ar1-C(=O)-NH-Ar2-NH- (I).    Ar1,Ar2=6-20C bivalent aromatic group;    M=Fe2+, Co2+ or Ni2+;and    Y'=F-, Cl-, Br- or I-.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of carbon material.
NOVELTY - A conductive film (300) exhibiting an electric anisotropy, is provided. A conductive film is bonded on a substrate (100) through an adhesive (200). Thus, conductive plate is manufactured.    USE - Manufacture of conductive plate (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to flat panel display, touch panel, electromagnetic wave-proof device and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The conductive plate is easily manufactured.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of conductive plate.    Substrate (100)    Adhesive (200)    Conductive film (300)    Composite (400)
NOVELTY - A polyolefin microporous membrane consists of single layer or laminate and film which forms surface layer containing organic silicone particles.    USE - Polyolefin microporous membrane used for separator of lithium ion battery (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to microfiltration membrane, fuel cell material, storage battery for motor vehicles, mobile telephone and notebook type personal computer.    ADVANTAGE - The polyolefin microporous membrane has excellent mechanical strength, heat stability and moldability.
NOVELTY - Polyester film comprises polyester containing elemental phosphorus of 170 parts/million or less, carboxyl group of 26 tons or less and white pigment of 3-50 wt.%. The content of oligomer present in the polyester film which is heat processed at 150 degrees C for 30 minutes is 0.8 g or less.    USE - The polyester film is useful for sealing back surface of solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The polyester film has excellent hydrolysis resistance, weather resistance and mechanical strength and thus can be used for long period of time.
NOVELTY - The housing has casing (12) with acrylic that is substantially light diffusive. A silicone cap is provided to seal casing such that casing is sealed from contaminants to prevent external contaminants entering casing while allowing for pressure equalization between the inside and outside of casing. The cap is provided with ventilation hole. The electronic devices are mounted within casing.    USE - Low profile housing for electronic and/or optoelectronic device such as LED (claimed) used in petroleum canopy lighting, shelf lighting, refrigeration lighting, cove lighting , exterior accent lighting, and display. Can also be used in solar cell, laser diode, and photodiode, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the silicone cap is provided to seal casing, the light is emitted efficiently from LED and the LED is protected from environmental hazards. The housing is easy to manufacture, light in weight, low in cost, easy to use and mount, houses the LED in precise manner and customizable to variety of different lengths and shapes.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing low profile housing.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a plan view of the low profile extrusion.    Low profile extrusion (10)    Casing (12)    Bottom surface (14)    Top surface (16)    Flanges (22a,22b)
NOVELTY - The module (1) has solar cells (6) arranged on a substrate (2), which consists of an expandable material. The cells are predominantly covered with another expandable material and arranged in such a manner that the cells are partly spaced to each other, where the latter expandable material is polyurethane or thermoplastic. The cells cover a surface of the substrate to about 50 to 80 percent. The cells are designed as printed solar cells, organic solar cells and thin film solar cells such as carcinoma-in-situ (CIS) and/or Copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) cells.    USE - Photovoltaic module for use on a roof to produce energy.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cells arranged on the substrate are predominantly covered with the expandable material and arranged in such a manner that the solar cells are partly spaced to each other, so that the photovoltaic module can be implemented in an easy and space-saving manner and is flexibly applicable in case of failure of individual cells, and bending of the module into multiple directions in the space is permitted.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing a photovoltaic module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic top view of a photovoltaic module with solar cells spaced to each other.    Photovoltaic module (1)    Substrate (2)    Back contact structure (3)    Conductive strips (4)    Solar cells (6)
NOVELTY - The solar cell has an upper plate arranged on a patterned polymer resin layer. Air is flowed between polymer resin layer and upper plate. A concave part is positioned at upper part of an inactive region. A protrusion part corresponds to the concave part that is formed in the upper plate. The polymer resin layer is made of ethyl vinyl acetate. The protrusion part is inserted into the concave part, which is longer than lower part, where the concave part is a pattern that is formed in the polymer resin layer.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has high working efficiency, achieves light incoming efficiency, and can change groove pattern effectively.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a solar cell manufacturing method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar cell.    Substrate (100)    Back contact electrode pattern (200)
NOVELTY - An amorphous crystalline transparent conductive film containing tin element is formed on a polymeric material substrate, and heat-processed at 110-130 degrees C, to manufacture crystalline transparent electrode.    USE - Manufacture of transparent electrode used for liquid crystal display element, electroluminescent display element and thin-film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent electrode has excellent chemical resistance.
NOVELTY - Composition comprises (in %mass): polyethylene-type resin (A) (50-95) and polyethylene-type resin (B) (5-50). The resin (A) is metallocene type linear low density polyethylene resin. The resin (A) has density of 0.875-0.890 g/cm3 and resin (B) has density of 0.875-0.910 g/cm3. The density of resin (A) is greater than resin (B).    USE - The composition is useful for forming filler for solar cell modules (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition has excellent flexibility, durability, heat resistance, water resistance, light resistance and hail resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for filler, which is obtained by molding the above-cited composition.
NOVELTY - An optical functional material contains nitrogen-containing compound (I).    USE - Optical functional material is used for sensitizing dye for photoelectric conversion material for photoelectric conversion electrode used in photoelectric conversion cell (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to photoluminescence material, optical absorption material, single crystal silicon solar cell, polycrystalline silicon solar cell and amorphous silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion cell containing the optical functional material has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency and durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An optical functional material contains nitrogen-containing compound of formula (I).    R1,R2=alkyl or aryl (both optionally substituted);    or R1+R2=ring;    R3-R12=H or optionally substituted alkyl;    R13,R14=electron withdrawing group;and    X=bivalent condensed thiophene residue.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) sensitizing dye;    (2) photoelectric conversion material, which is obtained by connecting the sensitizing dye and inorganic semiconductor porous material;    (3) photoelectric conversion electrode, which is obtained by laminating transparent electrode and photoelectric conversion material; and    (4) photoelectric conversion cell, which contains photoelectric conversion electrode, electrolyte layer and electroconductive counter electrode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of photoelectric conversion cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Titanium oxide porous layer (1)    Transparent electrode layer (3)    Platinum electrode layer (4)    Glass substrate (5)    Spacer (6)
NOVELTY - The method involves placing a molding die on the surface of substrate. The precursor layer containing a transparent electroconductive precursor material and a volatile material is formed on the substrate. The molding die is pressed in the precursor layer and volatile material is volatilized. The molding die is released from the precursor layer and heat processing of precursor layer is performed.    USE - Manufacturing method of transparent conductive film for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film having desired shaped double texture structure can be easily manufactured at low cost. High conversion efficiency of solar cell can be achieved, by improving optical confinement effect of solar cell using double texture of transparent conductive film. The processing time can be shortened, as the transparent conductive precursor layer is hardened by irradiating UV light.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart illustrating the manufacturing process of the transparent conductive film. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - An ultrapure synthetic carbon material comprises a total impurity content of less than 500 parts per million (ppm) of elements having atomic numbers of 11-92 as measured by proton induced x-ray emission.    USE - In making electrode for electric double layer capacitor (EDLC) device, and battery such as lithium/carbon battery, zinc/carbon, lithium air battery, and lead acid battery (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The ultrapure synthetic amorphous carbon material shows ultrapurity, high porosity and high surface area, provides electrical storage and distribution devices having properties superior to known devices; and provides devices capable of operation at higher voltages for longer periods at higher temperatures than comparable devices prepared from lower purity carbon.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) an ultrapure polymer gel comprising carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and a total impurity content of less than 500 ppm of elements having atomic numbers of 11-92 as measured by proton induced x-ray emission;    (2) a device comprising the ultrapure synthetic carbon material;    (3) an electrode comprising the ultrapure synthetic carbon material and a binder;    (4) making the ultrapure synthetic carbon material involving reacting at least one polymer precursor under acidic conditions in the presence of a volatile basic catalyst to obtain an ultrapure polymer gel.
NOVELTY - The carbon side plates (25,26) are arranged at left and rights sides of carbon central shield (24). Left and right side square C-shaped grooves (27,28) are formed along the depth direction of central shield, such that outer side of each groove is airtightly sealed by the opposing surface of respective carbon side plates. The top gas introduction vertical holes (29,30) provided at upper side central shield, are connected to upper grooves (27a,28a). The lower gas blowing vertical holes (31,32) provided at lower side central shield, are connected to lower grooves (27b,28b).    USE - Fluid heating apparatus for film-forming apparatus for forming thin film such as amorphous film, crystallization film, insulating film, protective film, polysilicon thin film, electrically conductive film formed on substrate such as silicon substrate, metal sheet substrate, resin substrate and glass substrate used for manufacture of flat panel display device such as LCD, organic electroluminescent display device, solar cell, thin film transistor, and semiconductor device.    ADVANTAGE - The required hot gas can be sprayed towards the substrate within a short time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the film forming apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Carbon central shield (24)    Carbon side plates (25,26)    Grooves (27,28)    Upper grooves (27a,28a)    Lower grooves (27b,28b)    Top gas introduction vertical holes (29,30)    Lower gas blowing vertical holes (31,32)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a metal pipe (32) that is provided with LEDs for irradiating blue and red lights with respect to the thin film such as amorphous silicon arranged on the insulating substrate (10). The controller closes end of the pipe after confining light and electromagnetic waves within the pipe. The controller measures electrical property of the thin film based on the change in electric power of electromagnetic wave or permeation characteristics of the light.    USE - Apparatus for measuring electrical property of thin film on insulating substrate, used for apparatus for manufacturing device (claimed) such as solar cell, liquid crystal device and organic electroluminescent device.    ADVANTAGE - Electrical property of the thin film can be measured appropriately based on the change in electric power of electromagnetic wave or permeation characteristics of the light. Defects in the thin film can be determined reliably so that the quality control of the thin film can be implemented and service lifetime of the device can be improved. Actual product can be manufactured effectively and evaluation corresponding to sunlight spectrum can be performed.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for device manufacturing apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view of the measuring apparatus.    Insulating substrate (10)    Metal pipe (32)    Photoconductive layer (34)    Radiator (35)    Open end of pipe (36)
NOVELTY - A coated stainless steel foil has a substrate film having corrugated film and inorganic polymer film, on surface of stainless steel foil. The substrate film has insulation resistance of 1 M Omega .cm2 or more and consists of inorganic polymer having siloxane bond including silicon-organic group/hydrogen bonding, as main component. The corrugated film contains spherical filler (11) (15-65 %mass) with particle size of 450-5000 nm and longest/shortest diameter ratio of 0.6 or more. The inorganic polymer film contains 0.2-0.7 moles of epoxy group with respect to total silicon.    USE - Coated stainless steel foil is used for substrate of silicon thin film solar cell (claimed), and electrical and electronic component.    ADVANTAGE - The coated stainless steel foil provides substrate with improved flexibility, and solar cell with improved conversion efficiency and current density.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view of surface of coated stainless steel foil corrugated by spherical filler.    Spherical filler (11)    Corrugated surface (12)
NOVELTY - Preparing bis-(dimercaptothiadiazole) (bis-DMTD) comprises: (a) reacting hydrazine (N2H4) with carbon disulfide (CS2) in a basic medium; (b) acidifying the reaction medium; (c) oxidizing the reaction medium; (d) recovering and optionally purifying the bis-DMTD.    USE - The process is useful for preparing bis-DMTD (claimed), which is useful: as antiwear agent in lubricants e.g. for engine oils, heat-transfer fluids or metalworking oils; and in coatings, preferably paints, lacquers, varnishes and other film-forming products including aqueous-based ones for the coating of metal parts (construction, door and window frames, hardware and ironwork), and in the production of electrochemical devices, such as batteries (rechargeable chemical batteries and fuel cells), accumulators, capacitors, electrolysis cells or electroplating cells.    ADVANTAGE - The process provides bis-DMTD with high yield in an economical and environmentally friendly manner. The bis-DMTD exhibits antioxidant properties, and has good resistance to high temperatures and pressures.
NOVELTY - The device has a lower electrode (210) that is arranged on a substrate (100). A photoelectric transformation layer is arranged on lower electrode. An upper electrode (250) is arranged on photoelectric transformation layer (230). A light absorbing layer (233) comprises an upper and lower sub-layer (233A,233B) that includes non-silicon based element e.g. carbon, oxygen or germanium, and hydrogenated amorphous silicon based material. The lower sub-layer comprises a crystalline silicon grain surrounded by the hydrogenated amorphous silicon based material.    USE - Photovoltaic device e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The degradation of the light absorbing layer is rapid and the stabilization efficiency is increased, since short range order (SRO) and medium range order (MRO) are improved. The time required for the efficiency of the photovoltaic device to reach the stabilization efficiency is reduced and high stabilization efficiency is obtained, since the diameter variation of the crystalline silicon grain is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of manufacturing photovoltaic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the photovoltaic device.    Substrate (100)    Lower electrode (210)    Photoelectric transformation layer (230)    Light absorbing layer (233)    Upper and lower sub-layer (233A,233B)    Upper electrode (250)
NOVELTY - Cleaning solution composition comprises organic alkaline compound, water-soluble glycol ether compound, percarbonate, organophosphoric acid or its salt and water.    USE - The cleaning solution composition is useful for solar cell module, preferably solar cell (claimed) for removing organic impurity.    ADVANTAGE - The cleaning solution composition has excellent cleaning effect, wetting effect and penetration effect and is environmentally-friendly. The production of solar battery yield can be improved.
NOVELTY - The method involves applying a monolayer or oligolayer of a surface-hydrophobizing substance onto a surface of a substrate, and applying a substance containing electrically conductive particle to the substrate in accordance with a predetermined pattern. The surface-hydrophobizing substance is a silane where methyl group independently in each case is aryl or cyclically, methoxy, ethoxy or chlorine. The electrically conductive particles contain silver, copper, iron or tin.    USE - Method for producing a structured electrically conductive coating on a substrate for producing solar cells or printed circuit boards (Claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method involves applying a monolayer or oligolayer of a surface-hydrophobizing substance onto a surface of a substrate,, and hence ensures production of structured electrically conductive coating on a substrate with clearly defined and accurate edges.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for electronic component.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming i-type amorphous silicon layer over a p-type layer. An n-type layer doped with an n-type dopant is formed over i-type amorphous silicon layer. The doping concentration of p-type dopant in the p-type layer is increased as a distance from i-type amorphous silicon layer is increased. A high-absorption and low absorption silicon carbide layers are consecutively formed while the state of plasma generation is maintained.    USE - Method of manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The open voltage and the fill factor of solar cell are improved, as the formation of plasma generated initial layer at the interface between the high-absorption and low-absorption silicon carbide layer is prevented and the defect at the interface is reduced. Light confinement effect can be improved by forming unevenness on the surface of the backside electrode layers. Intrusion of moisture is prevented into the power generation layer of tandem type solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the tandem-type solar cell.    Transparent insulating substrate (10)    Transparent conductive film (12)    Intermediate layer (14)    Backside electrode layers (16,18)    Protective film (22)
NOVELTY - The equipment has dielectric material which is installed in dielectric pipe (10) for producing ozone in creeping discharge mode. A voltage supplier (50) is connected to electrode portion (20) accommodated in a case (30). The dielectric pipe is installed in the inner side of case. The voltage supplier and electrode portion are grounded through collector (40). The cooling water is flowed in rotation portion of the case, for cooling the dielectric pipe. The electrode portion is spirally formed in inner side of dielectric pipe, along length direction.    USE - Coaxial surface discharge type ozone creation equipment installed in semiconductor production line of LED and solar cell fabrication industry.    ADVANTAGE - The high density ozone can be produced efficiently. The utilization efficiency of ozone in cleaning process field or non-degradable waste disposal field, can be improved. The environmental contamination can be prevented and discharge pipe can be cooled efficiently. The generation of metallic impurity due to collision of electrode portion and discharge pipe can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side sectional view of coaxial surface discharge type ozone creation equipment.    Zigzag type dielectric pipe (10)    Electrode portion (20)    Case (30)    Collector (40)    Voltage supplier (50)
NOVELTY - The fuel cell has a corrugated flow field plate (16) which forms multiple channels (32a-32c) that define a flow field linked with a catalyst layer. A coating is formed on at least one of the channels. The flow field plate and coating are configured such that an obstruction (36) blocking one channel (32b) causes a pressure gradient between the channels to drive convection of a gas through the coating and around the obstruction, if the gas flows through the channels.    USE - Fuel cell for fuel cell stack.    ADVANTAGE - Enhances distribution of reactants to catalysts, even with wider landing areas, thus improving fuel cell performance. Prevents the formation of stagnant zones by permitting the reactants to flow around any obstructions, thus improving the durability of membrane electrode assembly (MEA).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the planar cross-sectional view of a corrugated flow field plate.    Corrugated flow field plate (16)    Channels (32a-32c)    Obstruction (36)
NOVELTY - Invention can be used in production semiconductor materials, solar cells and in microelectronics. Silicon is deposited on substrates made from pure silicon, which are pre-heated with high frequency current.    USE - Chemistry.    ADVANTAGE - Obtaining highly pure silicon. 2 cl, 2 dwg
NOVELTY - The method involves forming thin film photoelectric converting layer on a transparent substrate (2) through a transparent electrode layer. The microparticles (21,21a,21b) of predetermined average particle diameter is arranged on the surface of the substrate. The etching of the isotropic substrate surface is performed, by setting the microparticles as a mask. The removal of the microparticles is performed.    USE - Manufacturing method of substrate for solar cell (claimed) such as thin film semiconductor solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the isotropic substrate surface is etched by setting microparticles as mask and the removal of microparticles is performed, the orientation of crystal can be maintained. Incident light can be taken effectively into the photoelectric converting layer, since light beam of short wavelength is scattered by the microparticles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating the manufacturing process of substrate.    Substrate (2)    Microparticles (21,21a,21b)
NOVELTY - Catalyst comprises metal coated on surface of core-shell nano cube.    USE - The catalyst is useful for fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The catalyst is cost-effective as it reduces amount of usage of platinum and retains excellent catalytic performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for film, which is obtained by dipping graphene and the above-mentioned catalyst in electrode assembly containing porosity electrocatalyst layer.
NOVELTY - The solar cell array (11) installed in each door-to-door balcony (1) of the apartment houses receives sunlight and generates direct current (DC) electric power, which charges the lithium ion battery (12) connected to the solar cell array. An inverter (13) connected to the battery converts the DC power into alternating current (AC) power. A distribution panel (38) distributes the AC power to each load installed in the apartment houses.    USE - Electric power supply apparatuses for buildings such as apartment houses and companies.    ADVANTAGE - The solar electric power generated from each solar cell array installed in the balcony of each apartment can be efficiently collected and distributed to several loads in the apartment houses inexpensively.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an explanatory view showing the example of installation of the electric power supply apparatus.    Door-to-door balcony (1)    Solar cell array (11)    Lithium ion battery (12)    Inverter (13)    Distribution panel (38)
NOVELTY - A film-forming material contains t-butyl-type film-forming material.    USE - Film-forming material is used for forming silicon-type film e.g. silicon film or silicon nitride film for element (all claimed) for semiconductor and silicon-type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The silicon-type film can be manufactured economically without generation of damage using film-forming material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A film-forming material contains t-butyl-type film-forming material. The t-butyl-type film-forming material is of formula: t-C4H9SiX3.    X=arbitrary group.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for formation of silicon-type film, which is obtained by applying silicon-type film-forming material on a substrate and forming film.
NOVELTY - Assembly of photovoltaic cells of different earth-toned colors, comprises solar cells displaying colors, where each of the solar cells comprises a donor-acceptor pi -conjugated polymer and an acceptor moiety, the color arises from structures and proportions of the donor-acceptor pi -conjugated polymer and the acceptor moiety, the solar cells are coupled into an assembly, and at least one of the solar cells has a structurally different composition of the donor-acceptor pi -conjugated polymer and/or acceptor moiety than others of the solar cells in the assembly.    USE - The assembly is useful in military units.    ADVANTAGE - The photovoltaic cell assembly exhibits high mechanical flexibility, improved charge-carrier mobilities, high electrical and esthetic characteristics and excellent energy conversion efficiencies.
NOVELTY - Bipolar plate comprises cathode face defining at least one first flow distribution channel for at least one first reactant and anode face defining at least one second flow distribution channel for at least one second reactant, where at least one of the cathode face and the anode face comprises an austenitic stainless steel. The austenitic stainless steel comprises (in wt.%): manganese (4-35), nickel (0.5-1.5), chromium (17-20), nitrogen (0.2-0.5), carbon (0.075), silicon (0.5-1.0), aluminum (0.1), sulfur (0-0.005), iron and incidental impurities.    USE - The bipolar plate is useful for polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The bipolar plate has excellent corrosion resistant property and is cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method for fabricating bipolar plate; and    (2) fuel cell system.
NOVELTY - The method (400) involves depositing a transparent electrode using transparent conductive oxide onto transparent substrate (402). The trenches having heights larger than the width are cut (404) into the substrate and deposited transparent electrode. The width of trench is less than about 15% of spacing between adjacent trenches. The trenches are filled (408) with a conductive material selected from aluminum, copper, gold, silver, graphene, indium tin oxide, conducting polymer and carbon nanotubes, to the level of a height of the transparent electrode.    USE - Method for fabricating electrode of organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Grids or the lines formed by filling of the conductive material into the trenches, increase the volume of the anode reduces the sheet resistance.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the process flow diagram of a method for fabricating an electrode of solar cell.    Method for fabricating an electrode of a solar cell (400)    Step for obtaining transparent substrate (402)    Step for cutting trenches into substrate (404)    Step for depositing metal to fill trenches (406)    Step for depositing transparent conductive material onto the substrate (408)
NOVELTY - A water-soluble ink paste which resists the etching of etching solutions is screen-printed in the protected area of a thin film solar module which is placed under a screen. The ink paste is dried and solidified. Etching solutions are coated on the thin film solar module and the ink paste is removed.    USE - Etching of see-through thin film solar module.    ADVANTAGE - The method accurately positions the see-through area, achieves various selections of see-through patterns, facilitates the realization of see-through function in large-area thin film solar modules, and alleviates the problem that a short circuit easily occurs in a see-through thin film solar module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic cut-away view of the thin film solar module.    See-through area (21)    Back metal electrode layer (22)    Amorphous silicon thin film layer (23)    Glass substrate (25)    Laser-scribed grooves (26-28)
NOVELTY - The silicon layer containing phosphorus, arsenide or barium fluoride on the substrate is processed (102) by placing (100) the substrate in a chamber containing a remote plasma source, to create the dangling silicon bonds. The hydrogen plasma (106) is generated in remote plasma source. The ions in the hydrogen plasma are removed (108) to produce the filtered hydrogen plasma. The silicon layer containing dangling bonds is exposed (110) to filtered hydrogen plasma to remove the dangling silicon bonds.    USE - Method of processing silicon layer on substrate used in manufacture of solar cell and flash memory device (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The energy level of hydrogen radicals is reduced to prevent the damage to the silicon layer. The low temperature passivation efficiency of the semiconductor is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of processing amorphous silicon layer on solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the processing steps of silicon layer on substrate.    Step for placing substrate in chamber (100)    Step for processing substrate (102)    Step for generating hydrogen plasma (106)    Step for removing hydrogen ions (108)    Step for exposing hydrogen plasma to read with dangling bonds (110)
NOVELTY - A cathode layer (4a) comprising a transparent electroconductive material is formed on an organic light-emitting layer. A cathode layer (4b) comprising transparent electroconductive material is formed on the cathode (a), to obtain an organic electroluminescent element having a substrate (1), an anode layer (2), an organic light-emitting layer (3) and cathode layer (4). The pulse frequency during film-forming of cathode layer (4a) is less than the pulse frequency during film-forming of cathode layer (4b).    USE - Manufacture of organic electroluminescent element used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables manufacture of organic electroluminescent element having excellent damage resistance. The peeling of organic light-emitting layer from the organic electroluminescent element is prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of organic electroluminescent element.    Substrate (1)    Anode layer (2)    Organic light-emitting layer (3)    Cathode layers (4,4a,4b)
NOVELTY - An ion exchanger (1) comprises coolant circuit (120) which circulates coolant through a fuel cell (110) to make the coolant adsorb the ion and reduce ion concentration, ion exchange resin aggregate (10) obtained by aggregation of granular ion exchange resins with adsorbed ion, rubber hose (20) which accommodates the ion exchange resin aggregate on both ends and filter (40) which prevents the outflow of the ion exchange resin. The rubber hose can be contracted radially. Even if the volume of the ion exchange resin is reduced, the rubber hose and ion exchange resin aggregate contacts.    USE - An ion exchanger.    ADVANTAGE - The ion exchanger has a simple structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view of the ion exchanger before contraction (a) of ion exchange resin and after contraction (b). (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Ion exchanger (1)    Ion exchange resin aggregate (10)    Rubber hose (20)    Filter (40)    Fuel cell (110)    Coolant circuit (120)
NOVELTY - Preparing (M1) poly(3,4-ethyienedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) involves: mixing 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (EDOT) and an oxidant in a solvent; and removing the solvent to produce PEDOT.    USE - For preparing poly(3,4-ethyienedioxythiophene) (claimed), which is used in a number of applications including electrochromic displays, antistatic coatings on different materials, solid electrolyte capacitors, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDS), solid state ion sensors, biosensors, and solar and fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method allows the casting and spin-coating of films on conducting as well as insulating substrates with conductivities as well as optical and redox properties similar to those reported chemically and electrochemically synthesized thin films. The PEDOT films are prepared upon solvent removal using an easily processable metastable solution of monomer and oxidant. The obtained PEDOT is smooth and pinhole-free; has a conductivity of 0.03-5 S/cm; and is a film having a film thickness of 50 nm up to and including 5 microns.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for the (PEDOT) produced by using the method (M1).
NOVELTY - The cell (20) has light absorption layer (4) having chalcopyrite group material, which is provided in one side of electrode layer (2). A buffer layer (5) containing III-VI group compound such as indium is provided on one side of light absorption layer. An electrode layer (6) containing III-VI group component such as indium oxide is provided in one side of buffer layer.    USE - Photoelectric conversion cell such as solar cell for photoelectric conversion module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The durability of photoelectric conversion cell can be improved efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for photoelectric conversion module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of photoelectric conversion cell.    Electrode layers (2,6)    Light absorption layer (4)    Buffer layer (5)    Photoelectric conversion cell (20)    Photoelectric conversion module (21)
NOVELTY - A p-type organic-semiconductor coating liquid containing acene-type compound(s), is coated on an electrode (2,5) formed on a substrate (1) directly or through organic layer, and p-type organic-semiconductor layer (3) is formed by setting the substrate temperature to 40 degrees C or more during coating process and/or after coating process. A n-type organic-semiconductor coating liquid containing n-type organic semiconductor(s), is coated on formed p-type organic-semiconductor layer to obtain a thin film.    USE - Manufacture of thin film used for organic thin-film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic thin-film solar cell has excellent conversion efficiency, and can be manufactured economically by simple method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of organic thin-film solar cell.    Substrate (1)    Electrodes (2,5)    P-type organic-semiconductor layer (3)    N-type organic-semiconductor layer (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a buffer layer (16) and an absorber layer (18) are on a scribing pattern scribed on a transparent conductive layer (12) comprising aluminum doped zinc oxide by laser. An intrinsic zinc-oxide layer (14) is formed. A back electrode layer of molybdenum (20) is formed on a scribed scribing pattern and the absorber layer. A scribing pattern is scribed on the back electrode layer of molybdenum by laser. An insulating layer (21) is formed on the scribing pattern and the back electrode layer of molybdenum to form a bottom unit of the bifacial thin film solar cell.    USE - Laser-scribing method to make bifacial thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The bottom unit of the solar cell formed by forming an insulating layer on the scribing pattern and the back electrode layer of molybdenum and the top solar cell unit is combined to form the dual-side light absorbing solar cell that absorbs light from both the sides. Thus the better output effect and greater power density can be achieved and the manufacturing cost of the solar cell can be reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for bifacial thin film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the bifacial thin film solar cell.    Conductive layer (12)    Intrinsic zinc-oxide layer (14)    Buffer layer (16)    Absorber layer (18)    Back electrode layer of molybdenum (20)    Insulating layer (21)
NOVELTY - A precursor stack (100) is formed on a base (102) and the precursor stack is reacted, to form IB-IIIA-VIA group absorber layer. The precursor stack is formed by forming layer (106) comprising selenium and optionally copper, indium and/or gallium over the base, depositing an interlayer (108) including at least 25 atomic% of gold and/or silver on layer (106), and electrodepositing metallic layer (110) comprising copper, indium and/or gallium on the interlayer.    USE - Formation of IB-IIIA-VIA group absorber layer on base for manufacturing solar cells for terrestrial use.    ADVANTAGE - The method enables economical formation of IB-IIIA-VIA group absorber layers which provide highly efficient thin film solar cells.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for precursor structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the precursor stack.    Precursor stack (100)    Base (102)    Metallic layers (105,110)    Selenium layer (106)    Interlayer (108)
NOVELTY - The solar cell structure has solar cell that is separated from adjacent solar cell through resonant tunneling structure provided with thin quantum barrier layers and thin quantum well layer. Resonant tunneling structure is configured to facilitate current flow between semiconductor layers belonging to two different solar cells having different energy gaps. Solar cell is partially constructed from a semiconductor material with an energy band gap that harnesses photons having energies in a predetermined energy range.    USE - Solar cell structure for optoelectronic device and indium gallium arsenide FET.    ADVANTAGE - Since the solar cell is partially constructed from semiconductor material with energy band gap, energies from photons can be converted appropriately and energy loss in the multi-junction cells can be minimized. Offset voltage in the solar cell structure at wide energy gap can be reduced so that the voltage drop due to band offsets in the hetero-interfaces can be reduced. High efficiency cells can be built on the silicon substrate and performance of the solar cell structure can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) method of fabricating high efficiency multiple tandem solar cells; and    (2) method of fabricating antireflection coatings.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional schematic view of the two junction tandem cell on the gallium arsenide substrate incorporating tunnel junction.    Top cell (12)    Bottom cell (13)    Tunnel junction (19)    Front contact grid (220)    Back contact (2100)
NOVELTY - An adhesive (A1) comprises at least one resin component containing at least one cyanate ester component, epoxy resin, nitrogen-containing curative, metal filler, which has a melting point of less than 300 degrees C at 1013 mbar; and optionally, at least one electrically conductive filler, which is different from the metal filler.    USE - As adhesive used in the fabrication of electronic devices, integrated circuits, semiconductor devices, solar cells and/or solar modules; (claimed), use as lead-free solder replacement technology, general interconnect technology, and die attach adhesive; used in energy production, personal computers, control systems, and telephone networks.    ADVANTAGE - The adhesive provides an adhesive and the cured product of the adhesive which both have electrically conducting properties. The adhesive can be cured in 0.1 second to 100 minutes at a temperature of 50-220 degrees C, when cured, the cured product exhibits a good adhesion, a stable electrical contact resistance and a high electrical conductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) cured product of adhesive (A1); and    (2) bonded assembly comprising two substrates aligned in a spaced apart relationship, each of which having an inwardly facing surface and an outwardly facing surface, where between the inwardly facing surfaces of each of the two substrates an electrically conductive bond is formed by the cured adhesive.
NOVELTY - A coating agent consists of silica particles (A) having an average particle diameter of 15 nm or less, and low-refractive-index resin particles (B) (11) having a refractive index of 1.36 or less dispersed in an aqueous medium. The solid content is 5 %mass or less. The mass ratio of particles (A,B) within the solid content is greater than 20/80 and less than 70/30.    USE - Coating agent is used for forming antireflection films in manufacture of solar-cell modules (all claimed) used for outdoor applications.    ADVANTAGE - The coating agent forms antireflection films having excellent reflection reduction property, weather resistance, scratch resistance, and abrasion resistance, even at room temperature. The coating agent enables economical manufacture of solar-cell modules having excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency. The low-refractive-index resin particles have excellent flexibility and provide excellent lubricity to antireflection films.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) solar-cell module; and    (2) manufacture of solar-cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an expanded sectional view of the antireflective film formed on a cover glass.    Cover glass (5)    Silica membrane (10)    Low-refractive-index resin particles (11)
NOVELTY - A solid electrolyte composition contains a high molecular compound (A) and a charge-transfer property material. The high molecular compound is obtained by polymerizing a monomer (a) containing a monomer (a-2) having chelate ability.    USE - Composition is used for solid electrolytes used for charge transport material for dye-sensitive solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition provides charge transport material having excellent charge transport characteristics.
NOVELTY - Plastic molded body made from polymethyl(meth)acrylate, is claimed, where the molded body is colored with at least one fluorescent dye.    USE - The plastic molded body is useful for manufacturing solar collectors (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The plastic molded body: converts the incident sunlight to silicon photovoltaic cells for optimal wavelengths, where the conversion rates are high; protects the solar cells against vandalism; is easy to adapt to the geometric and structural requirements of the solar cell; and is lighter when compared to an arrangement made of mineral glass; is impact so that the solar cell arrangement is protected against hail.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a method for preparing the plastic molded body comprising dissolving the dye or dye mixture in a monomer mixture, transferring the monomer mixture into a container, polymerizing by increasing the temperature, subsequently granulating the obtained polymer and further processing the granulates by extrusion or co-extrusion process; and    (2) an arrangement made from the plastic molded body and a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic representation of a solar cell with a homogeneously colored fluorescent collector.    Photonic layer (1)    Homogeneously colored luminescent fluorescence collector (2)    Reflector e.g. mirror or white film (3)    Solar cells adapted to fluorescent collector. (4)
NOVELTY - Positive electrode comprises positive electrode collector and positive electrode active material layer supported on the surface of the positive electrode collector. The positive electrode active material layer comprises olivine type lithium phosphate having average volume particle diameter of 2-300 nm, binder containing fluororesin having crosslinked functional group, and conductive agent.    USE - The positive electrode is used for non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery (claimed) for electronic devices e.g. personal computer and mobile telephone, electric equipment e.g. video camera, transporting apparatus e.g. fuel cell electric vehicle and electric power storage apparatus e.g. uninterrupted power supply (UPS).    ADVANTAGE - The secondary battery has high capacitance and energy density.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Positive electrode comprises positive electrode collector and positive electrode active material layer supported on the surface of the positive electrode collector. The positive electrode active material layer comprises olivine type lithium phosphate having average volume particle diameter of 2-300 nm, binder containing fluororesin having crosslinked functional group, and conductive agent. The fluorine atom concentration in positive electrode active material layer is decreased from the outer surface of the positive electrode active material layer towards the interface between positive electrode active material layer and the positive electrode collector. The fluororesin having crosslinked functional group is present in a region within 10 mu m from the interface towards the outer surface. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for preparing the positive electrode.
NOVELTY - A composition for preparing a membrane comprises a polymer (P1) having a number average molecular weight (Mn) of 10000-5000000, as determined by gel permeation chromatography and reduced to polystyrene, and polycyclic repeating units (I); a hydrocarbon solvent; and an alcohol having an ethynyl group.    USE - For preparing composite membrane (claimed) and oxygen enrichment membrane for air conditioners or fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The composition provides composite membrane having excellent gas permeability, oxygen gas permeability, and oxygen gas selectivity over nitrogen gas.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A composition for preparing a membrane comprises a polymer (P1) having a number average molecular weight (Mn) of 10000-5000000, as determined by gel permeation chromatography and reduced to polystyrene, and polycyclic repeating units of formula (I); a hydrocarbon solvent, and an alcohol having an ethynyl group.    R1 and R2=optionally substituted 1-12C alkyl;    a and b=0, 1 and/or 2.    An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for preparing a composite membrane involving: spreading a predetermined amount of the composition on a surface of water; evaporating the solvent to form a thin membrane; and transferring the thin membrane to a surface of a porous support membrane to laminate the thin membrane on the porous support membrane.
NOVELTY - The system (100) comprises several laminators (24) having an upper structure and lower structure to perform laminating processes on several objects to be processed. A laminating cassette (26) has several stages on which the laminators are respectively and independently loaded. A lifting device lifts the upper structure of each laminator to separate/combine the upper structure of one laminator from/with the lower structure of another laminator.    USE - Laminating system for laminating protection element on electrode of solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The multiple laminators are loaded in the stages of the laminating cassette, and the repair or selective replacement of the laminator is possible. The time for maintenance and repair is minimized. The protection element can be adhered on the solar cell without generation of bubble.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for laminating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of the laminating system.    Laminator (24)    Laminating cassette (26)    Discharge section (32)    Lead-in conveyor (38)    Laminating system (100)
NOVELTY - The battery has rear surface electrode patterns (200) formed on a base plate and spaced apart from each other. A front surface electrode is formed on a light absorbing layer that is formed on the electrode patterns. A connecting wire passing through the light absorbing layer is electrically connected with the electrode patterns. A separating pattern is passed via the light absorbing layer and the front surface electrode. A dummy layer is formed between the wire and the separating pattern, where an upper surface of the dummy layer is lower than an upper surface of the front surface electrode.    USE - Solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The manufacturing process of the battery can be streamlined. The battery avoids the process of removing a part of the front electrode from the separated pattern. The deformity of the battery due to impurity generation can be prevented.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a solar battery.    Substrate (100)    Rear surface electrode patterns (200)
NOVELTY - A copolymerizable polymer having nitrogen-containing repeating unit (I), is new.    USE - New copolymerizable polymer is used for composite material (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to organic electrophotographic photoreceptor, organic light-emitting diode, organic transistor and organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The copolymerizable polymer has excellent solubility with respect to organic solvent and compatibility with respect to polycarbonate resin. The organic semiconductor material containing the copolymerizable polymer has excellent charge transportability, heat resistance and mechanical characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A copolymerizable polymer having nitrogen-containing repeating unit of formula (I), is new.    Ar'=p-phenylene or m-phenylene;and    n=2 or more.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of copolymerizable polymer having nitrogen-containing repeating unit (I); and    (2) composite material, which is obtained by dissolving copolymerizable polymer having nitrogen-containing repeating unit and polycarbonate resin.
NOVELTY - A substrate doped with boron atoms and comprising a front substrate surface is provided. Ink comprising set of nanoparticles and set of solvents is deposited on front substrate surface in ink pattern. The substrate is heated and exposed to a dopant source with deposition ambient comprising phosphoryl chloride, carrier nitrogen gas, main nitrogen gas, and reactive oxygen gas. A phosphorus silicate glass layer is formed on front substrate surface and on pattern, and substrate is heated. Thus, a multi-doped junction is formed on substrate.    USE - Formation of multi-doped junction on substrate for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The multi-doped junction is economically and efficiently formed on substrate.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A substrate doped with boron atoms and comprising a front substrate surface is provided. An ink is deposited on the front substrate surface in a ink pattern. The ink comprises a set of nanoparticles and a set of solvents. The substrate is heated in a baking ambient to a temperature (T1) for time (t1) to form a densified film ink pattern. The substrate is exposed to a dopant source in a diffusion furnace with a deposition ambient at a temperature (T2) for time (t2). The deposition ambient comprises phosphoryl chloride, a carrier nitrogen gas, a main nitrogen gas, and a reactive oxygen gas. A phosphorus silicate glass layer is formed on the front substrate surface and on the densified film ink pattern. The substrate is heated in a drive-in ambient to temperature (T3). A primary diffused region with a primary sheet resistance is formed under the front substrate surface covered by the densified film ink pattern, and a secondary diffused region with a secondary sheet resistance is formed under the front substrate surface not covered with the densified film ink pattern. The primary sheet resistance is substantially smaller than the secondary sheet resistance. Thus, a multi-doped junction is formed on a substrate.
NOVELTY - The system has an actuator which moves a fixed plate (62) relative to a movable plate (66) to open/close a valve to regulate the passage of air. A sealing medium between the plates comprises a fluid layer (69). The layer comprises a porous polymeric material having average pore size from 0.03mm to 15mm. A maximum wicking height of the fluid on the material is equal to or greater than a maximum interfacial dimension of the plates. The maximum wicking height is determined by suspending a strip of porous polymeric material vertically above a surface of a sample of the fluid.    USE - Air regulating system for battery and fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - As the system permeability is low for air and other gases being managed in the closed position, a very small amount of the total cell discharge capacity is required with small volume, so that the manufacturing of the system is easy and inexpensive. As the system is operated at low voltage with fast response to changes in cell potential, the lifetime cycle is long and efficiency is high.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of valve of the air regulating system.    Fixed plate (62)    Apertures (64,68)    Movable plate (66)    Fluid layer (69)
NOVELTY - Polyelectrolyte complex (A) comprising at least one optionally substituted conductive polymer and at least one functionalized polysulfone, is new, where the polysulfone is a polymer which contains a sulfur dioxide group in its repeating units and these sulfone groups are linked with two aromatic groups.    USE - (A) is useful for: the production of transparent conductive coatings; and the manufacture of hole injection or hole transport layers in organic LED or organic solar cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (A) exhibits high stability.
NOVELTY - The method involves forming mask on front crystalline substrate surface of boron/silicon doped substrate (602), and exposing to etchant. The mask is removed and substrate is exposed to dopant source at 725-850 degrees C temperature in diffusion furnace with deposition ambient comprising phosphorus oxychloride (POCl3) gas, where phosphosilicate glass (PSG) layer is formed on substrate surface. The substrate is heated in drive-in ambient to 850-1050 degrees C temperature. The diffused region with respective sheet resistance are formed under porous silicon, and substrate surface.    USE - Method of forming multi-doped junction on substrate for electrical device.    ADVANTAGE - The diffused region with respective sheet resistance are formed under porous silicon, and substrate surface, such that dopant concentration in solar cell can be optimized and the efficient multi-doped junctions can be produced at low cost and hence solar cell efficiency can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating process for forming multi-doped junction on substrate with porous silicon.    Substrate (602)    Front metal contact (616)
NOVELTY - A wafer (100) to be processed is provided into a solar cell such that the front side (103-1) of the wafer faces the sun during normal operation of solar cell. The P-type dopant sources and N-type dopant sources are selectively deposited on a back side of the wafer, by inkjet printing. The dopants from the P-type dopant sources are diffused to form P-type active diffusion regions (924) and dopants from N-type dopant sources are diffused to form N-type active diffusion regions (922) of the solar cell.    USE - Method of forming active diffusion regions in back side contact solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The front side of the wafer are textured before forming the dopant sources using a texturing process and hence the removal of wafer material is minimized and a high efficiency back side contact solar cell is formed. Openings to allow metal gridlines to be connected to the active diffusion junctions are formed using a self-aligned contact opening etch process to minimize the effects of misalignments.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view illustrating the fabricating process of active diffusion regions of the back side contact solar cell.    Wafer (100)    Front side of wafer (103-1)    N-type active diffusion regions (922)    P-type active diffusion regions (924)    Dielectric layer (935)
NOVELTY - Platinum (Pt) metal containing alloy composition, comprises a film including a compound of Pt and at least one early transition metal element-A from group IV-B or V-B.    USE - The platinum metal containing alloy is useful: as a catalyst; as a cathode in a hydrogen-air fuel cell, hydrogen-oxygen fuel cell, or direct methanol fuel cell (where an amount of element-A and an amount of Pt in the film is so that that the film is at least 2 times more electrochemically active, than Pt); as the cathode material for the oxygen reduction reaction (all claimed); and in hydrogen oxidation, in hydrogen and oxygen evolution, in catalytic converter, nitrogen fertilizer application, and in a nanofuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The platinum metal containing alloy: is electrochemically active for the oxygen reduction reaction; has high catalytic activity, improved corrosion resistance and increased stability in acid solutions; and enables control of the microstructural length scale of the materials prepared.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for a Pt metal containing alloy composition comprising either: a nanoparticle including a compound of Pt and at least one of the early transition metal element-A; or a metallic nanocrystalline cluster or quantum dot on a nanoparticle support, where the metallic nanocrystalline cluster or quantum dot includes a compound of Pt and at least one of the early transition metal element-A.
NOVELTY - The method involves texturing a front side (103-1) of a wafer (103), the front side faces the sun to collect solar radiation during normal operation. A lightly doped P-type dopant source and a heavily doped P-type dopant source are selectively formed on a back side of the wafer by inkjet printing. The lightly and heavily doped P-type dopant sources are formed, touching each other and having different polarity. The lightly and heavily doped P-type dopants are diffused to form corresponding active diffusion regions (922,924) of a solar cell.    USE - Method for fabricating solar cell such as back side contact solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The removal of the wafer material can be minimized by texturing the front side of the wafer. The effects of the misalignment can be minimized since the openings, that allow the metal gridlines to be connected to the active diffusion junctions, can be formed by self-aligned contact opening etch process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell structure.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a back side contact solar cell.    Wafer (100)    Front side of wafer (101-3)    Active diffusion region (922,924)    Dielectric layer (935)    Contact opening (936)
NOVELTY - The cell (100) has two nanostructure parts (20, 30) i.e. silicone, positioned on a substrate (10), where diameter of one of the nanostructure parts is 1000 to 2000 nanometers and diameter of another nanostructure part is 10 to 100 nanometers. An insulator is formed in a separate space of the nanostructure parts, and an electrode (99) is positioned on the insulator.    USE - Solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The cell forms nanostructure parts of different structures, so as to improve quantum efficiency and optical absorption efficiency, and has excellent energy efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar cell.    Substrate (10)    Nanostructure parts (20, 30)    Electrode (99)    Solar cell (100)    Plate side part (101)
NOVELTY - Polymer (A) comprising a structural unit, which comprises (hetero)aromatic ring system, is new, where at least one hydrogen atom of the (hetero)aromatic ring system is substituted by an alkylalkoxy groups, the carbon atom of the alkylalkoxy groups is bonded to the (hetero)aromatic ring system, and the (hetero)aromatic ring system is substituted with one or more any substituents.    USE - (A) and the blend are useful in an organic electronic device comprising organic light emitting diodes, polymer light-emitting diodes, organic integrated circuits, organic field-effect transistor, organic thin-film transistor, organic light-emitting transistors, organic solar cells, organic optical detector, organic photoreceptor, organic field-quenching device, light-emitting electrochemical cell or organic laser diodes (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - (A) provides lower operating voltage and increased component life with good efficiency to the organic electronic devices.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a blend comprising (A) and at least one further organic, organometallic or polymeric compound;    (2) a formulation comprising (A) or the blend and one or more solvents; and    (3) an organic electronic device comprising one or more layers, where at least one layer contains (A) or the blend.
NOVELTY - The device has a thermal interface element that is formed in thermal communication with the heat source (138) and the heatsink (140). The thermal interface element comprising a top layer and a bottom layer such that the freestanding nanosprings (132) are between the top layer and bottom layers. The nanosprings, top layer, and the bottom layer comprise inorganic material.    USE - Electronic device such as solar cell, optical device, power generation device and energy storage device.    ADVANTAGE - The stress in the bond layer can be reduced by the compliance of the nanospring structures, thus maintaining longer fatigue life. The compliant spring structures move independently from one another during differential thermal expansion of the two materials is bonded together, thus relieving stress on the bond layer material. The high overall stiffness of the structure can be realized using the small size of the nanosprings and high spring density during both normal and shear loading.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of preparing electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the thermal interface element.    Nanosprings (132)    Heat source (138)    Heatsink (140)    Solder layer (142)    Adhesion layers (144)
NOVELTY - Composition comprises (in wt.%): glycol ether compound (15-40), polar organic solvent (50-80) and glycol ether acetate (1-10).    USE - The composition is useful for cleaning wafer surface used in solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The composition is cost-effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of cleaning wafer surface, which involves using the above-mentioned composition.
NOVELTY - Rear side surface passivation comprises carrying out chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of dielectric layers (4, 6, 10) on a entire rear side (3) of a silicon semiconductor (1); carrying out CVD of a sacrificial layer(s) (7); locally removing the sacrificial layer and the dielectric layer in the areas where metal contacts (8) are to be formed; depositing a metal layer covering the entire rear surface of the silicon semiconductor on the sacrificial layer; and heating the silicon semiconductor to an elevated temperature.    USE - Method for the rear side surface passivation of silicon semiconductor wafer for a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell has improved adhesion between the dielectric films and the rear side metal layer.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Rear side surface passivation comprises:    (A) carrying out chemical vapor deposition (CVD) of dielectric layers (4, 6, 10) on a entire rear side (3) of a silicon semiconductor (1);    (B) carrying out CVD of a sacrificial layer(s) (7) made by a dielectric material known to be subject to aluminum spiking on the outer dielectric layer on the rear side of the silicon semiconductor;    (C) locally removing the sacrificial layer and the dielectric layer in the areas where metal contacts (8) are to be formed;    (D) depositing a metal layer covering the entire rear surface of the silicon semiconductor on the sacrificial layer; and    (E) heating the silicon semiconductor to an elevated temperature sufficient to obtain good ohmic contact between the semiconductor and metal layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a sectional view of the solar cell.    Silicon semiconductor (1)    Rear side (3)    Dielectric layers (4, 6, 10)    Sacrificial layer (7)    Metal contacts (8)
NOVELTY - Fabrication of biscrolled yarn comprises forming a nanofiber sheet or nanofiber sheet stack as a sheet platform for particle material deposition; depositing particle material onto the sheet platform to form a bilayered sheet structure; and scrolling the bilayered sheet structure into a biscrolled yarn.    USE - Method for producing biscrolled yarn used as superconducting yarn for energy storage applications, as electrode material in supercapacitor, as electrode material in battery and as high performance electrode; used for high performance electrode application; used as a catalyst and as multi-functional textile; used for a multifunctional textile application; used for a biomedical application; selected from implantable biometric sensors, sutures, external biometric sensors, hemostatic compressive dressings, hemostatic non-absorbable sutures, drug delivery agents, 3-dimensional tissue engineering in vitro, and/or 3-dimensional tissue engineering in vivo; used as a shape memory alloy actuator; used for shape memory alloy actuator application, dye-based electrochemical solar cell, and light enabled textile cleaning; used for destruction of a biological threat and chemical threat. (all claimed)    ADVANTAGE - The method enables a continuous process of producing such yarns incorporating nanoparticles.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a biscrolled yarn; and    (2) an apparatus operable for using the biscrolled yarn in an application.
NOVELTY - Solar cell composite lithium cell module, comprises solar cell, lithium cell containing sulfide type solid electrolyte layer, positive electrode, negative electrode, solar output voltage control circuit, first distribution circuit, power control circuit, lithium cell, second distribution circuit, and board.    USE - The solar cell composite lithium cell module is used as batteries in electronic devices e.g. mobile.    ADVANTAGE - The module is safe and easily movable, and suppresses the electrical power loss.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Solar cell composite lithium cell module, contains solar cell, lithium cell containing sulfide type solid electrolyte layer, positive electrode, negative electrode, solar output voltage control circuit for controlling the output voltage from the solar cell, first distribution circuit for distributing the output from the output voltage control circuit to load and/or lithium cell, power control circuit for controlling output distributed to the lithium cell from the first distribution circuit to charging power, lithium cell for storing charging power output from the power control circuit, second distribution circuit for distributing output from the lithium cell to load, and board.
NOVELTY - A back surface protection sheet (10) comprises first synthetic resin film layer (13), aluminum foil layer (12) which has aluminum alloy containing 0.1-6 mass% of manganese, 0.01-0.4 mass% of iron, 0.01-0.3 mass% of silicon, 0.0001-0.01 mass% of copper and remainder containing aluminum and unavoidable impurity, and second synthetic resin film layer (11).    USE - A back surface protection sheet for solar cell e.g. copper indium gallium selenide type compound solar cell and copper indium selenide type compound solar cell used for modules e.g. amorphous film silicon solar battery module.    ADVANTAGE - The property which blocks water vapor of back surface protection sheet is raised.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the back surface protection sheet.    Back surface protection sheet (10)    Second synthetic resin film layer (11)    Aluminum foil layer (12)    First synthetic resin film layer (13)    Adhesive material layer (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves planarizing back surface of a semiconductor substrate opposing a light receiving surface of the substrate. The substrate is immersed in etching liquid by covering the light receiving surface and etching liquid is sprayed on the back surface of the substrate.    USE - Method of manufacturing solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the substrate is immersed in etching liquid by covering the light receiving surface, the back surface of the substrate can be planarized uniformly and the substrate can be processed efficiently with a simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for wet etching apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart explaining the manufacturing process of the solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The solar cell light condensing sheet (10) has laminating structure whose front side is covered by cover layer (1) having light transmittance in visible region. An adsorption light re-emission particle layer (2) includes light-emitting element which emits light of wavelength different from short wavelength light. A diffraction grating layer (3) diffracts long wavelength light. A rear sheet layer (4) having light transmittance in visible region, covers rear side of laminating structure.    USE - Solar cell light-condensing sheet.    ADVANTAGE - The light having wider wavelength can be advanced towards the side of solar cell light-condensing sheet, irrespective of incident angle of sunlight, such that condensing efficiency of solar cell light condensing sheet can be improved. The electric power generation can be increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell light-condensing sheet with solar cell module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the solar cell light-condensing sheet with solar cell module.    Cover layer (1)    Adsorption light re-emission particle layer (2)    Diffraction grating layer (3)    Rear sheet layer (4)    Solar cell light condensing sheet (10)
NOVELTY - A gas barrier film has gas barrier layer containing silicon and oxygen, and smooth layer provided on base material. The compositional ratio of oxygen and silicon in the surface-layer side of the gas barrier layer is larger than compositional ratio of oxygen and silicon in the base-material side. The compositional ratio of oxygen and silicon in the base-material side is 1.90 or more.    USE - Gas barrier film is used for photoelectric conversion element (claimed) for solar cell. Uses include but are not limited to organic electroluminescent element, liquid crystal display, and packaging material for foodstuffs and pharmaceuticals.    ADVANTAGE - The gas barrier film has excellent flexibility, transparency and gas-barrier characteristics.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of gas barrier film; and    (2) photoelectric conversion element (10).    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of solar cell including photoelectric conversion element.    Photoelectric conversion element (10)    Substrate (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (13)    Electric power generation layer (14)
NOVELTY - The method involves forming two photoelectric converting layers (3) and a back surface electrode layer (4) on a substrate (1). The backside electrode layer formation process is provided with a back surface transparent electrode layer formation process and a thin copper film formation process. An exhaustion process and a film formation process are included in thin copper film formation process. The ultimate pressure of exhaustion process is at specific range, and the temperature of film formation process is 120-240 degrees C.    USE - Manufacturing method of photoelectric conversion apparatus e.g. tandem-type silicon system solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The laser processing can be obtained easily in photoelectric conversion apparatus and the efficiency of electric power generation can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the photoelectric conversion apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Substrate (1)    Transparent electrode layer (2)    Photoelectric converting layer (3)    Back surface electrode layer (4)    Intermediate contact layer (5)
NOVELTY - Barrier film comprises at least one barrier layer containing silicon and oxygen atom in the ratio of 2.03:2.70 on base material.    USE - The barrier film is used as organic photoelectric conversion element (claimed) for display materials such as packages, electronic device, organic electroluminescent element, solar cell and liquid crystal.    ADVANTAGE - The barrier film has excellent gas barrier property, stability and handleability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of producing the above-cited barrier film, which involves coating the liquid containing silicon compound on base material by plasma processing in oxidizing gas atmosphere or by irradiating vacuum UV light.
NOVELTY - An organic photoelectric conversion element (10) has a cathode (13), an anode (12) and a bulk heterojunction-type photoelectric conversion layer (14) obtained by mixing p-type semiconductor material and n-type semiconductor material. The conversion element has a layer containing material (M) having lowest unoccupied molecular orbital level of less than -1.4 eV and glass transition temperature of 50-280 degrees C, between cathode and photoelectric conversion layer.    USE - Organic photoelectric conversion element is used for solar cell and optical sensor array (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The organic photoelectric conversion element has high fill factor, open circuit voltage, photoelectric conversion efficiency and durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of solar cell consists of bulk heterojunction-type organic photoelectric conversion element.    Organic photoelectric conversion element (10)    Substrate (11)    Anode (12)    Cathode (13)    Bulk heterojunction-type photoelectric conversion layer (14)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a crucible (1) whose outer periphery of side surface is provided with thermal insulation material (4). The carbon composite materials (501a,501b) are arranged on the main surfaces of plate-like element (502) of heat retention lid (5) made of carbon felt. An opening (6) is formed penetrating the main surfaces of plate-like element, to cover upper surface of thermal insulation material, when heat retention lid is placed on top of crucible.    USE - Apparatus for refining silicon used in solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - Since the opening is formed penetrating the main surfaces of plate like element to cover upper surface of thermal insulation material, the temperature difference in up-down directions of the crucible can be reduced. Thus the life time of the crucible in the silicon refining apparatus can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The thermal insulation material is installed in upper surface of crucible, so that the upper surface and heat retention lid of crucible does not contact directly. The lid has a protrusion formed in upper surface of crucible, such that the lower portion of protrusion is located in the side of melting silicon (2). An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for silicon refining method, which involves refining melting silicon held in crucible by reducing pressure inside the pressure reduction container.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic sectional view of the silicon refining apparatus.    Crucible (1)    Melting silicon (2)    Thermal insulation materials (4)    Heat retention lid (5)    Opening (6)    Carbon composite materials (501a,501b)    Plate like element (502)
NOVELTY - A protective sheet (10) has sequential lamination of fluorine resin layer (13) containing a silane coupling agent, and vapor deposition layer (12) containing inorganic oxide, on resin sheet (11).    USE - Protective sheet is used for solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The protective sheet has excellent adhesiveness, heat resistance and moisture resistance. The solar cell module using protective sheet has excellent durability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the protective sheet.    Protective sheets (10,20)    Resin sheet (11)    Vapor deposition layer (12)    Fluorine resin layer (13)    Heat bondable layer (14)    Adhesive layer (15)
NOVELTY - Sputtering target comprises tantalum oxide, titanium oxide (5.2-9.2 %mass) and indium oxide. The mass ratio of tantalum oxide and titanium oxide is 0.022-0.160. The sputtering target has specific resistance of 5x 10-4 Omega .cm at relative density of 97% or more. The transparent conducting oxide obtained by direct flow sputtering method has specific resistance of 5x 10-4 Omega .cm or less and refractive index of 2 or more.    USE - The sputtering target is useful for solar cell, touch panel and LCD.    ADVANTAGE - The sputtering target has low specific resistance, high relative density and refractive index.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for preparing the above-cited sputtering target.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has susceptors (11,12) provided in connection region (9), for movably mounting the substrate (10). The susceptors are moved for closing the connection openings, and for sealing the load lock room and process chamber regions (7,4) respectively during conveyance of substrate. The O-rings (41) are clamped between the circumference of the connection openings, and mounting base when susceptors are moved to preset positions. A seal portion (102) is provided in heat-insulative form with respect to mounting portion (101) mounted with heated substrate.    USE - Vacuum processing apparatus such as plasma chemical vapor deposition (CVD) apparatus and molecular beam epitaxial apparatus. Uses include but are not limited to form silicon oxide film, phosphor glass film, boron glass film, boron phosphorus glass film, silicon nitride film and polysilicon film, silicide film and CVD oxide film etc., at silicon substrate for solar cell and semiconductor device, glass substrate for LCD and optical recording medium, resin substrate and polycarbonate substrate, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The seal portion is provided in heat-insulative form with respect to the heated substrate mounting portion. Hence the deterioration of O-rings clamped between the circumference of connection openings and mounting base can be prevented reliably. The heating time of the mounted substrate can be shortened, while reducing the tact time.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view illustrating the structure of vacuum processing apparatus.    Process chamber region (4)    Load lock room region (7)    Connection region (9)    Substrate (10)    Susceptors (11,12)    O-ring (41)    Mounting region (101)    Seal portion (102)
NOVELTY - The vacuum coating apparatus has several chambers (C3,C5) that are maintained at different atmosphere or vacuum degrees. Differential pressure units (U3,U4) are inter-linked between the adjacent chambers. The chambers and differential pressure unit drive a flexible strip-shaped sheet base material continuously.    USE - Vacuum coating apparatus for use in manufacture of functional films used in thin film solar cell and organic electroluminescent (EL) element.    ADVANTAGE - High quality functional film can be laminated efficiently by removing foreign material in the chambers using differential voltage unit. Sheet base material can be conveyed smoothly and reliably, without damaging film-forming portion, since pressing roller presses the sheet base material partially, and clamps the material from other side of porous roller. The generation of wrinkles and bending in the sheet base material can be prevented, since the sheet base material driven into the slit-shaped pass line is maintained property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for vacuum coating method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional side view diagram of principal portion of vacuum coating apparatus.    Flanges (3a,3b)    Pressure reduction unit group (4)    Driving rollers (23,24)    Chambers (C3,C5)    Differential pressure unit (U3,U4)
NOVELTY - The engine has a modification catalyst (1) installed in a position near the exit of an engine cylinder (6). The modification catalyst improves the performance of steam reforming reaction in a hydrogen production apparatus in which an organic compound reacts with water vapor to produce hydrogen. An exhaust gas (14) containing fuel (15) ejected from the front-end of a fuel-supply nozzle (5) and the water vapor, are reacted at upstream position of catalyst.    USE - Internal combustion engine e.g. hydrogen fueled engine of motor vehicle and generator device (both claimed). Can also be used in fuel cell electric vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The hydrogen generation reaction efficiency of steam reforming reaction can be maintained for a long period of time, by the modification catalyst. The gas combustion efficiency is improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The hydrogen production apparatus mixes the fuel and combustion exhaust gas uniformly, before supplying the combustion exhaust gas to modification catalyst. The modification catalyst is installed inside an exhaust pipe (8) through which the combustion exhaust gas is passed. A movable stop valve is provided to prevent inflow of air to modification catalyst. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for internal combustion engine system has internal combustion engine with hydrogen production apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the system for applying modification catalyst to hydrogen fueled engine combustion of motor vehicle.    Modification catalyst (1)    Fuel-supply nozzle (5)    Engine cylinder (6)    Exhaust pipe (8)    Exhaust gas (14)    Fuel (15)
NOVELTY - The gas holder has a small hydrogen tank (20) whose maximum pressure valve is smaller than the maximum pressure valve of vehicle-mounted hydrogen tank (10). A valve of small hydrogen tank is provided with fusible-plug valve and main stop valve.    USE - Gas holder for gas fuel vehicle (claimed) such as fuel cell hybrid vehicle. Can also be used in electric train, vessel, aircraft, robot, etc.    ADVANTAGE - Since the maximum pressure valve of small hydrogen tank is smaller than the maximum pressure valve of vehicle-mounted hydrogen tank, the structure of gas holder can be simplified with reduced size.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for gas fuel vehicle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of fuel cell hybrid vehicle.    Fuel cell hybrid vehicle (1)    Subreceptacle (3)    Non-return valve (7)    Vehicle-mounted hydrogen tank (10)    Small hydrogen tank (20)
NOVELTY - The device has an upper transparent conductive film (3) having an uneven structure which is formed on a lower transparent conductive film (2) that having the uneven structure in its surface. A power generation layer (5) has a crystalline layer which generates electric power and a backside electrode (6) formed on the power generation layer. A convex hollow region projects from a translucent insulation substrate (1) toward power generation layer is provided between the adjacent projecting regions in uneven structure of transparent conductive film.    USE - Thin film solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of having high light-scattering performance in the large wavelength range of the sunlight without making number of uneven on surface is achieved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing thin film solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of thin film solar cell.    Translucent insulation substrate (1)    Lower transparent conductive film (2)    Upper transparent conductive film (3)    Power generation layer (5)    Backside electrode (6)
NOVELTY - The method involves laminating the p-type thin film, I-type amorphous-silicon thin film and n-type microcrystal silicon thin film on a transparent insulated substrate (10) of solar cell. The n-type microcrystal silicon thin film is formed such that the ratios of the flow volume of n-type dopant containing gas and diluent gas with respect to the flow volume of silicon containing gas are 0.03 or less and 70 or more respectively. The total pressure of source gas is 200 Pa or more.    USE - Manufacturing method of solar cell e.g. tandem-type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The efficiency of the thin film solar cell is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the tandem-type solar cell.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Transparent insulated substrate (10)    Transparent conductive film (12)    Intermediate layer (14)    Filler (20)    Protective film (22)
NOVELTY - An electroconductive composition contains a solvent, pi -conjugated conductive polymer doped with a dopant and dissolved in a solvent, and a phenolic compound (I) having median lethal dose (LD50) of 500 mg/kg or more. The weight ratio of phenolic compound with respect to pi -conjugated conductive polymer is 0.01-10.    USE - Electroconductive composition is used for capacitor, electroconductive film and electroconductive laminate used for electroconductive article (all claimed). Uses include but are not limited to electronic components, optoelectronic components, transparent electrode, electroluminescent element, circuit material, electromagnetic wave shielding material, electrolyte, solar cell, secondary battery, fuel cell separator material, and rust preventive agent.    ADVANTAGE - The electroconductive article formed using electroconductive composition has high electroconductivity.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An electroconductive composition contains a solvent, pi -conjugated conductive polymer doped with a dopant and dissolved in a solvent, and a phenolic compound of formula (I) having median lethal dose (LD50) of 500 mg/kg or more. The weight ratio of phenolic compound with respect to pi -conjugated conductive polymer is 0.01-10.    R1=group having function of donating electrons to benzene ring.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electroconductive laminate, which has a conductive layer formed using electroconductive composition laminated on a base material;    (2) electroconductive article, which is obtained by molding the electroconductive laminate; and    (3) electroconductive film, which is formed by molding the electroconductive composition.
NOVELTY - A binder resin contains a polymer having a main chain comprising segment derived from (meth)acrylate monomer, and a phosphoric acid-based component in omega -position.    USE - Binder resin is used for electroconductive paste used for solar cell element (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The binder resin provides electroconductive paste having high dispersibility and capable of forming wiring line having high aspect ratio.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A binder resin contains a polymer having a main chain comprising segment derived from (meth)acrylate monomer, and a phosphoric acid-based component in omega -position. The phosphoric acid-based component is of formula: R1O-P(=X)(-OR2)-.    X=oxygen or sulfur atom;and    R1,R2=H, 1-13C hydrocarbyl, 1-13C hydroxy or 1-13C ester-containing compound.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electroconductive paste containing binder resin, electroconductive powder and organic solvent; and    (2) solar cell element, which has an electroconductive wiring or conductive layer formed by baking the electroconductive paste.
NOVELTY - The method involves setting reforming catalyst layer temperature and fuel flow rate at which reforming of hydrocarbon fuel supplied to modification-catalyst layer (4) is possible. The electric power generation is stopped, if reforming catalyst layer temperature is set equal to or lower than catalyst layer measured temperature. The electric output of solid oxide fuel cell (6) is calculated from fuel flow rate. The maximum power output of fuel cell is obtained to calculate fuel flow rate. The electric output of cell is set to maximum value using maximum power of cell.    USE - Method for load follow-up operation of fuel cell system such as internal reforming type solid oxide fuel cell system used for electric power generation application.    ADVANTAGE - The reforming process of hydrocarbon fuel supplied to catalyst layer is performed reliably, while preventing the fuel flow path obstruction and anode deterioration in fuel cell system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the internal reforming type solid oxide fuel cell system. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electric heater (2)    Modifier (3)    Modification-catalyst layer (4)    Combustion zone (5)    Solid oxide fuel cell (6)    Module container (8)
NOVELTY - A glass substrate (2,3) has surface provided with a sealing region. A sealing-material layer (9) having thickness of 15 mu m or less is formed on sealing region of glass substrate. The sealing-material layer comprises material obtained by baking sealing glass material containing sealing glass, laser-absorbing material and optionally low-expansion filler. The difference between thermal expansion coefficient of the material of sealing-material layer and thermal expansion coefficient of glass substrate is 15-65x 10-7/( degrees C).    USE - Glass substrate is used for manufacturing electronic device (both claimed) for organic electroluminescent display, plasma display panel, liquid crystal display and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The electronic device using the glass substrate has excellent crack resistance, reliability and reproducibility.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A glass substrate has surface provided with sealing region. A sealing-material layer having thickness of 15 mu m or less is formed on the sealing region of the glass substrate. The sealing-material layer comprises material obtained by baking sealing glass material containing sealing glass, laser-absorbing material and optionally low-expansion filler. The total amount of laser-absorbing material and low-expansion filler is 2-44 volume%. The difference between thermal expansion coefficient of the material of sealing-material layer and thermal expansion coefficient of glass substrate is 15-65x 10-7/( degrees C). INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) electronic device (1); and    (2) manufacture of electronic device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view explaining the manufacture of electronic device.    Electronic device (1)    Glass substrates (2,3)    Electronic device portion (4)    Sealing layer (8)    Sealing-material layer (9)
NOVELTY - A copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target has gallium concentration of 20-60 atomic%, relative density of 97% or more, average particle diameter of 5-30 mu m and metal impurity content of less than 10 ppm.    USE - Copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target is used for light absorption layer used for copper-indium-gallium-selenium (CIGS) group solar cell (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target has high density and low metal impurity concentration.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of copper-gallium alloy sintered compact sputtering target; and    (2) light absorption layer.
NOVELTY - A fluorine-containing copolymer composition comprises fluorine-containing copolymer containing repeating units derived from ethylene and tetrafluoroethylene, and 6-10C aliphatic compound having 1 carbonyl group. The aliphatic compound is in solution state at temperature less than the melting point of the copolymer.    USE - Fluorine-containing copolymer composition. Uses include but are not limited to covering material for heat-resistant electric wires, optical fiber clad material, lens, mirror, solar cell, water-repellent coating agent, stain-resistant coating agent, protection-coating agent for fabric, resin adhesion prevention agent, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The fluorine-containing copolymer composition has excellent moldability and enables to form coating film having low water absorbability, low dielectric constant and excellent heat resistance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of fluorine-containing copolymer composition, which involves dissolving fluorine-containing copolymer in mixed solvent containing the aliphatic compound.
NOVELTY - The silicon thin-film layers (2,6), conductive silicon thin-film layers (3,7) and transparent conductive layers (4,8) are formed on both sides of crystalline silicon substrate (1). The elevation difference of the rough surface structure of transparent conductive layer (4) is set smaller than elevation difference of rough surface structure of light-incidence surface side of crystalline silicon substrate. A zinc oxide layer of thickness 300-2500 nm is formed in the transparent conductive layer. The lattice constant of hexagonal crystal zinc oxide is 0.3225-0.3246 nm.    USE - Crystalline silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The zinc oxide layer of preset thickness is formed in transparent conductive layer embedded on surface of crystalline silicon substrate such that the stress of metal electrode layer at the back surface of silicon substrate is balanced by zinc oxide layer and the curvature of the solar cell is suppressed. The rough surface structure is formed in the transparent conductive layer such that the utilization efficiency of the light is improved and high photoelectric transfer characteristic is achieved. The bond strength of transparent conductive layer and collector electrode is improved such that the peeling of collector electrode is avoided. The silicon substrate of reduced thickness is formed in the solar cell such that the cost of the solar cell is reduced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of crystalline silicon solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross sectional view of the crystalline silicon solar cell.    Crystalline silicon substrate (1)    Silicon thin-film layers (2,6)    Conductive thin-film layer (3,7)    Transparent conductive layers (4,8)    Collector electrode (5)
NOVELTY - Gas barrier film is obtained by injecting ion on surface base film containing primer layer and polymeric layer.    USE - The gas barrier film is used in electronic device (claimed) e.g. solar cell back sheet and for packaging materials including foodstuff and chemicals.    ADVANTAGE - The gas barrier film can be produced simply and inexpensively. The gas barrier film has excellent adhesive property and transparency and reduces surface tension.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for electronic device, which comprises the above gas barrier film.
NOVELTY - Main ingredient-impregnated fiber is subjected to filament winding method (S100) with base material to form (S102) pre-fiber reinforced plastic layer. A hardening agent is injected to the pre-fiber reinforced plastic layer under pressurized condition, such that the hardening agent and main ingredient of the layer are reacted to obtain thermosetting resin. Then, the fiber reinforced plastic layer containing thermosetting resin is formed (S106) in the base material, to manufacture high-pressure tank.    USE - Manufacture of high-pressure tank used for supplying fuel gas to fuel cell of vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The high-pressure tank having excellent durability is manufactured in short period of time.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for apparatus for manufacturing high-pressure tank, which has a winding apparatus for winding main ingredient-impregnated fiber with base material by filament winding method, a metal mold having accommodating portion in which base material with pre-fiber reinforced plastic layer is accommodated, and an injection piping(s) for injecting hardening agent.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flowchart of manufacturing method of high-pressure tank. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Filament winding method (S100)    Formation of pre-fiber reinforced plastic layer (S102)    Hardening (S104)    Formation of fiber reinforced plastic layer (S106)
NOVELTY - The apparatus (100) has an oxygen sensor (10) arranged inside a combustion chamber of the hydrocarbon fuel, to detect oxygen concentration. A judging unit determines ignition of fuel and misfire based on difference or relative ratio of sensor output values obtained while applying different voltages to sensor. The reductive reaction of water is increased when voltage applied to sensor is more than the oxidation reduction potential of water/hydrogen, and less than the oxidation reduction potential of carbon dioxide/carbon monoxide.    USE - Ignition-or-extinguishing detection apparatus used in fuel cell system for detecting ignition or extinguishing state of hydrocarbon fuel such as methane. Can also be used in detection of ignition or extinguishing state of town gas, propane gas, kerosene, petrol, light oil, etc.    ADVANTAGE - The ignition-or-extinguishing detection accuracy of hydrocarbon fuel can be improved, by avoiding influence of time dependent change of output values.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for ignition-or-extinguishing detection method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view explaining the structure of ignition-or-extinguishing detection apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Oxygen sensor (10)    Electrolyte (11)    Anode (12)    Cover (14)    Ignition-or-extinguishing detection apparatus (100)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has an annular passage (28) that is configured to have a flow of hot gas. A rod (90) having several coils surrounding the rod which is in thermal contact with a cylindrical outer wall (5). A thin cylindrical shell (92) contacts the rod to establish several spiral passages (26a) in which gas flows around the outer wall to absorb heat from the flow of hot gas.    USE - Hydrodesulfurizer and shift converter assembly for use in fuel cell power plants.    ADVANTAGE - A thin cylindrical shell contacts the rod to establish several spiral passages so that insertion of the shift converter and heat exchanger are facilitated. The thermal energy is produced by heat exchange relationship between the hot process gas, steam super heater, fuel-hydrogen mixture preheater and shift converter, so that optimum operating temperatures for each component is ensured.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for operational method of hydrodesulfurizer and shift converter assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectioned front elevational view of the apparatus.    Cylindrical outer wall (5)    Spiral passage (26a)    Annular passage (28)    Rod (90)    Thin cylindrical shell (92)
NOVELTY - Organic solar cell having a photoactive region, comprises at least one organic donor material in contact with at least one organic acceptor material, where the donor material and the acceptor material form a donor-acceptor heterotransition, and the photoactive region comprises at least one substituted periflanthene compound (I).    USE - (I) is useful as electron donor material in organic solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The solar cell exhibits improved efficiency of energy conversion.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Organic solar cell having a photoactive region, comprises at least one organic donor material in contact with at least one organic acceptor material, where the donor material and the acceptor material form a donor-acceptor heterotransition, and the photoactive region comprises at least a substituted periflanthene compound of formula (I).    Either X=alkyl, (hetero)aryl or oligo(het)aryl (all optionally substituted) or H; and    Y 1=alkyl, (hetero)aryl or oligo(het)aryl (all optionally substituted); or    XY 1=a condensed ring system with 1-8 further rings.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic view of a normal structure of the solar cell (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Light-transmitting conductive layer (11)    Hole transport layer (12)    Layer comprising donor material (13)    Layer comprising acceptor material (14)    Exciton-blocking and/or electron transport layer (15)    Metal electrode. (16)
NOVELTY - The mold has a bottom face board (10) made of porous material to absorb water. An impermeable side wall (20) is attached to bottom face board. A molding space (30) is defined by the side wall of bottom face board.    USE - Mold for performing slip cast molding of large indium tin oxidation (ITO) sputtering target (claimed) used in solar cell, conductive glass and electromagnetic shielding glass of display panel.    ADVANTAGE - The pressurized powder structure with improved relative density is formed uniformly in the mold. The pressurized powder structure is sintered efficiently without producing crack or deformation, so that the large sputtering target is manufactured efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for indium tin oxidation sputtering target.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the mold for performing slip cast molding.    Bottom face board (10)    Impermeable side wall (20)    Molding space (30)
NOVELTY - Sputtering thin film layers in solar cell fabrication involves providing an initial vacuum state for depositing thin film layers to a substrate (1); patterning a first landscape for a first layer with a mask; and in-line sputtering the layers of thin film continuously while maintaining the initial vacuum state.    USE - For sputtering thin film layers in solar cell fabrication (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method improves thin film solar module; is fast in-line sputtering method; avoids scribing of gaps between cells; provides high yield; is cost effective; and avoids pin holes by keeping the coated substrates in a vacuum system for the separating of individual cells, thus reducing shunt paths that lower module efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for a system for sputtering thin film layers in solar cell fabrication comprising a carrier for loading a substrate through a main chamber, where the main chamber having a process chamber for depositing a sputtering target in an initial vacuum state, and the process chamber having at least two associated transfer chambers for maintaining the initial vacuum state where each chamber includes an associated gate valve.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows side view inside a copper indium gallium diselenide solar cell.    Glass substrate (1)    Thin film of Molybdenum (2)    Layer of cadmium sulfide (4)    Intrinsic insulating zinc oxide layer (5)    Layer of nickel (7)
NOVELTY - Bipyridine compounds (I) are new.    USE - (I) are useful in organic electroluminescence element, and as organic electronics element material, preferably as electron transport material (all claimed) and electron injection material. (I) are useful for an organic solar cell, an organic semiconductor, and an organic memory.    ADVANTAGE - (I) provides organic electroluminescence element with improved efficiency.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Bipyridine compounds of formula (I) are new.    A1, A2 = optionally substituted aromatic heterocyclic group (except for a carbazolyl group) and may be a substituent in which an aromatic hydrocarbon group and the aromatic heterocyclic group are combined;    a, b = 1 or 2;    Ar1, Ar2 = a divalent or trivalent aromatic hydrocarbon group (optionally substituted by H, alkyl, cycloalkyl or alkoxy);    B1, B2 = aromatic hydrocarbon or aromatic heterocyclic group (both optionally substituted), H, alkyl, cycloalkyl or alkoxy; and    ring E1, ring E2 = pyridine ring (optionally having a substituent of H, alkyl, cycloalkyl or alkoxy).    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for an organic electroluminescence element having at least one organic layer between a pair of electrodes, where at least one layer of the organic layers contains (I), or at least one of an electron transport layer, an electron injection layer, a hole inhibition layer, and a light emitting layers contains (I).
NOVELTY - An organic solar cell has pair of electrodes and photoelectric conversion layer having optical permeability between electrodes. The photoelectric conversion layer contains hole transport material which is soluble in organic solvent.    USE - Organic solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The organic solar cell has excellent power conversion efficiency, and is manufactured by simple process.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of organic solar cell.
NOVELTY - Substrate having transparent electrode, comprises transparent conductive oxide layer containing zinc oxide comprising at least one layer on base material. The base material comprises crystal structure in which conductive oxide layer is oriented with respect to base material and doped hydrogen in oxide layer.    USE - The substrate having transparent electrode is used in solar cell, touch panel, and display material.    ADVANTAGE - The substrate has excellent electroconductivity and environmental resistance variability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method of preparing the above-mentioned substrate.
NOVELTY - The wiring formation apparatus has a discharge nozzle (52) for discharging coating liquid (A1) containing wiring material including acetone or ethyl acetate or methyl ethyl ketone as solvent on the surface of a substrate (W). A movement mechanism performs scanning movement of discharge nozzle with respect to the substrate surface. A cooling plate (31) cools substrate after the discharge of coating liquid on the substrate for increasing viscosity of coating liquid.    USE - Wiring formation apparatus for producing wiring for photoelectric conversion device e.g. solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The wiring having a high aspect ratio is formed easily by restraining the breadth of coating liquid on substrate surface by increasing the viscosity of coating liquid.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) wiring formation material; and    (2) wiring formation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the side and perspective views of the discharge of wiring material from the head.(Drawing includes non-English language text)    Cool plate (31)    Discharge nozzle (52)    Coating liquid (A1)    Ultraviolet light (L)    Substrate (W)
NOVELTY - Silica ash is obtained by baking silicic acid plant, and aluminum, alkaline-earth metal and alkali metal are added to silica ash. The mixture is heated in inert gas atmosphere to obtain metallic silicon.    USE - Manufacture of metallic silicon used as raw material for semiconductor, silicon solar cell, silicon organic compound and polymer e.g. silicone.    ADVANTAGE - The metallic silicon is efficiently and continuously manufactured with high purity at low temperature.
NOVELTY - A copper powder contains 0.1-10 atomic% of aluminum, silicon, germanium and gallium and 0.1-10 atomic% of tin.    USE - Copper powder is used for electroconductive paste (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to formation of electric circuit, formation of exterior electrode of ceramic capacitor, inductor, tantalum capacitor electrode, flexible printed circuit board, antenna switch module, high frequency active filter, solar cell surface electrode and back lead-out electrode.    ADVANTAGE - The copper powder has excellent oxidation resistance.
NOVELTY - A copper powder contains 0.1-10 atomic% of aluminum, magnesium, germanium and gallium and 0.1-10 atomic% of indium.    USE - Copper powder is used for electroconductive paste (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to formation of electric circuit, formation of exterior electrode of ceramic capacitor, inductor, tantalum capacitor electrode, flexible printed circuit board, antenna switch module, high-frequency active filter, solar cell surface electrode and back lead-out electrode.    ADVANTAGE - The copper powder has excellent oxidation resistance.
NOVELTY - Semiconductor device manufacturing involves forming seed layer on nano-wire layer by using a solution at 30, preferably 100, particularly 200 degrees C in a pressure tank at a pressure of 14.5 bars.    USE - Method of manufacturing semiconductor device for use as gas sensor, photo-detector, photo cell, solar cell, diode or light emitting diode (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method enables to produce p-type nano-wire layers at elevated temperature having reproducibility and high quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a semiconductor device, which comprises a p-type zinc oxide nano-wire layer and an n-type zinc oxide nano-wire layer, which are electrically connected.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a semiconductor device.    Semiconductor device (10)    Substrates (11)    Zinc oxide nano-wire layers (12,13)    Bracket (14)    Connecting terminals (15)
NOVELTY - A functional film-attached adhesive tape (10) has adhesive layer (2) and functional film (3) sequentially provided on a base film (1). The adhesive layer contains pressure-sensitive adhesive agent and side-chain crystalline polymer, where the adhesiveness declines at the temperature beyond melting point of the side-chain crystalline polymer.    USE - Functional film-attached adhesive tape is used for transferring functional film (claimed) for solar cell and flat panel display.    ADVANTAGE - The functional film-attached adhesive tape has excellent adhesiveness.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method to transfer functional film, which involves attaching a transfer component (20) on the surface of the functional film through an adhesive layer, adjusting the temperature of the adhesive layer beyond melting point of the side-chain crystalline polymer, reducing adhesive force, removing functional film from the adhesive layer, and transferring a functional film from an adhesive layer to a transfer component.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows sectional view of functional film-attached adhesive tape.    Base film (1)    Adhesive layers (2,21)    Functional film (3)    Release layer (4)    Functional film-attached adhesive tapes (10,10a,10b)    Transfer component (20)
NOVELTY - A polishing material composition powder contains cerium-type polishing material powder and clay mineral powder. The mass ratio of total rare-earth oxide with respect to fluorine is 0.83-1.02. The mass ratio of fluorine with respect to total rare-earth oxide is 0.2-15. The content of cerium oxide with respect to total rare-earth oxide is 40 %mass or more.    USE - Polishing material composition powder used for polishing material slurry (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to glass substrate for optical disk, magnetic disk, solar cell, optical lens, calculator, timepiece and color filter for liquid crystal display used for camera and television.    ADVANTAGE - The polishing material composition powder has excellent polishing property, with reduced generation of damage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for polishing slurry, which contains polishing material composition powder and aqueous medium.
NOVELTY - A transparent conductive film contains indium oxide crystals, and has X-ray diffraction peaks at angle (2( theta )) of 35.5-37 degrees , 39-40.5 degrees and 66.5-67.8 degrees , measured at copper K( alpha )-ray. The peak intensities of peaks at 30.2-30.8 degrees and 54-57 degrees are 20% or less with respect to peak intensity of the main peak.    USE - Transparent conductive film. Uses include but are not limited to transparent electrodes, liquid crystal display, light emitting diode, organic light emitting diode, solar cell, electromagnetic shield, transparent touch panel and electrochromic display.    ADVANTAGE - The transparent conductive film has excellent electroconductivity and transparency.
NOVELTY - A bar-like silicone material having a thin film raw material is melted above an evaporation source, and the melted material is supplied to the evaporation source in the form of droplets. Several regions, each of which is surrounded by a grain boundary (52), are provided at positions of 90% and 50% of length from center towards outer circumference (51) on a cross-section perpendicular to the longitudinal axis direction of the silicone material, the area weighted average value of the long diameters of the regions are 200 mu m or less and 1000 mu m or more.    USE - Thin film manufacturing method for manufacturing solar cell or lithium ion secondary battery. Can also be used in manufacturing electrode for electrical storage devices, magnetic tape, capacitor, sensor, optical film, moisture proof membrane, and electrically conductive film.    ADVANTAGE - The crack of the silicone material, and the sudden heating carried out at the time of material supply are suppressed. Hence generation of splash and damage to the substrate are eliminated, and the fluctuation in the supply state of the silicone material is prevented. The fall of the evaporating rate accompanying the fall of the molten metal is suppressed, and hence the material supply stability is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the silicone material.    Outer circumference (51)    Grain boundary (52)
NOVELTY - A thermally conductive pressure-sensitive adhesive composition comprises (in parts mass) polymer(s) chosen from rubber, elastomer and resin (100), expanded graphite powder (150-2000) and condensed phosphoric acid ester (75-850) having viscosity of 7000 mPa.second or more at 25 degrees C. The condensed phosphoric acid ester is always liquid at 15-100 degrees C under atmospheric pressure.    USE - Thermally conductive pressure-sensitive adhesive composition is used for thermally conductive pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet for electronic components (both claimed). Uses include but are not limited to motor-vehicle components, plasma display panels, integrated circuits, mobile telephones, automatic vending machines, solar cells, notebook personal computers, rice cookers, capacitors, inorganic electroluminescent display, refrigerators, televisions etc.    ADVANTAGE - The thermally conductive pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet formed using the composition is flexible, and has high thermal conductivity and flame retardance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for thermally conductive pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet which is obtained by molding thermally conductive pressure-sensitive adhesive composition to sheet form.
NOVELTY - The cell module (1) has cell insulation portion (15) that is provided between the photoelectric conversion elements (30) spaced apart for carrying out pinching support arrangement. One of the electrodes (11,21) is provided with a penetration portion (50) filled with elements of cell insulation portion. The portion between the insulation substrates (10,20) is connected by cell insulation portion not via electrodes. One electrode (21) is made of compound and fluorine dope tin oxide consisting of titanium (Ti), nickel (Ni), gold (Au) or indium-tin oxide (ITO).    USE - Wet solar cell module of solar cell system for residence and power station.    ADVANTAGE - As one of the electrodes is provided with the penetration portion, the peeling between each layer in the module can be suppressed and excellent durability is provided.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the wet solar cell module.    Wet cell module (1)    Insulation substrates (10,20)    Electrodes (11,21)    Insulation portion (15)    Photoelectric conversion elements (30)    Penetration portion (50)
NOVELTY - A glass film laminate (1) is obtained by laminating a support glass (3) on glass film (2). The surface roughness of surface at which glass film and support glass contact with each other is 2 nm or less.    USE - Glass film laminate is used for glass substrate for flat panel display e.g. liquid crystal display and organic electroluminescent display, solar cell, and cover glass of organic electroluminescent illumination.    ADVANTAGE - The glass film laminate has favorable handleability, and is stably and easily manufactured with high strength and reduced curvature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of glass film laminate.    Glass film laminate (1)    Glass film (2)    Support glass (3)
NOVELTY - A thermally insulated article has heat-ray blocking layer, steam barrier layer, and layer (a) which consists of siloxane bond-containing composition, provided on surface(s) of base material. The heat-ray blocking layer has metal layer containing gold, silver, copper, aluminum or its alloy. The steam barrier layer is provided between heat-ray blocking layer and heat-ray entrance plane. The layer (a) is provided between steam barrier layer and heat-ray entrance plane. The siloxane bond-containing composition is obtained by hydrolysis of hydrolysable silicon compound.    USE - Thermally insulated article is used for outdoor-type building material (claimed). Uses include but are not limited to liquid crystal display, rail vehicle, motor vehicle, automatic vending machine, signboard, solar cell backsheet, electronic paper, plasma display panel, light condensing plate and organic electroluminescent element.    ADVANTAGE - The thermally insulated article has excellent weather resistance, light resistance, moisture resistance, durability and self-cleaning property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for the following:    (1) manufacture of thermally insulated article; and    (2) outdoor-type building material, which is obtained by laminating glass or glass-based resin material with thermally insulated particle using adhesive agent.
NOVELTY - A monosilane generation apparatus carries out contact reaction of solid silicon (2) and hydrogen plasma (3) produced in hydrogen gas atmosphere, and monosilane is produced. The apparatus has a control unit for controlling residence time of hydrogen gas passed through hydrogen plasma region, to less than time required for generating decomposition reaction in hydrogen plasma region.    USE - Apparatus is used for producing monosilane used for manufacturing silicon thin film, thin-film transistor and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The apparatus efficiently enables manufacture of monosilane.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic view explaining the reaction process, in which residence time of silicon hydride gas in hydrogen plasma region is long and short. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Electrode (1)    Solid silicon (2)    Hydrogen plasma region (3)
NOVELTY - A copper compound containing monovalent copper is added to a specific amine and dissolved in a solvent, to obtain copper raw material solution which is subjected to hydrolysis reaction in water-in-oil-type microemulsion solution in which surfactant (6) and water are dispersed in hydrophobic solvent (3), to produce cuprous oxide nanoparticles (1). Thus, manufacture of cuprous oxide nanoparticles dispersion is carried out.    USE - Manufacture of cuprous oxide nanoparticles dispersion (claimed) used for solar cell and light-emitting element.    ADVANTAGE - The cuprous oxide nanoparticles dispersion is manufactured by simple and economical method. The cuprous oxide nanoparticles have favorable dispersibility.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows schematic view illustrating manufacture of cuprous oxide nanoparticles dispersion.    Cuprous oxide nanoparticles (1)    Hydrophobic solvent (3)    Surfactant (6)    Hydrophobic groups (6a,6b)    Sub-surfactant (7)
NOVELTY - The cell has p-type amorphous silicon layer (3) and n-type amorphous silicon layer (5) formed on sides of a single crystal silicon substrate (1). An actual silicon thin layer is formed between the substrate and p-type/n-type silicon thin film layer. An electroconductive oxide layer is formed on the n-type silicon thin-film layer. An insulation layer made of silicon oxide, titanium oxide, magnesium oxide and thermoplastic polymer compound is formed at outer surface of the solar cell so that the arithmetic mean deviation of the substrate is equal to or less than 10nm.    USE - Crystalline-silicon type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The optical path length of solar cell can be increased, without decreasing the output voltage of solar cell. The photoelectric conversion efficiency of the solar cell can be increased.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of crystalline-silicon type solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the crystalline-silicon type solar cell.    Single crystal silicon substrate (1)    P-type amorphous silicon layer (3)    N-type amorphous silicon layer (5)    Transparent electrode layer (7,8)    Collector electrode (9)
NOVELTY - Complex comprising at least one optionally substituted conductive polymer and at least one functionalized polysulfone, is new, where the polysulfone is a polymer containing sulfur dioxide group in its repeating units and in which this sulfone group is linked to two aromatic groups.    USE - The complex is useful for producing transparent, conductive coatings, and hole injection or hole transport layers in organic LED or organic solar cells (all claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The complex has lower acidity compared to polystyrene sulfonic acid, and increased stability. The complex provides: the coating without time-consuming and costly vacuum process; polymeric intermediate layer which is highly transparent and allows efficient decoupling of light; higher yields in the manufacture of components; and the organic LEDs with improved electrical properties due to the improved injection of the charge carriers from transparent electrode into the organic layers.
NOVELTY - The solar cell has a silicon thin-film layer that is formed between single-crystal silicon substrate (1) and p-type and n-type silicon thin-film layers (3,5). The electroconductive oxide layer is formed on the p-type and n-type silicon thin-film layers. A collector electrode (10) is arranged on the electroconductive oxide layer. A protective layer formed on the collector electrode, is provided with amorphous carbon layer having thickness of 1-20 nm.    USE - Crystalline silicon type solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The impurity diffusion in the boundary surface can be reduced so that photoelectric conversion efficiency can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the crystalline silicon type solar cell.    Single-crystal silicon substrate (1)    P-type and n-type silicon thin-film layers (3,5)    Transparent electrode layer (7)    Amorphous carbon layer (9)    Collector electrode (10)
NOVELTY - An energy charge storage device comprises two electrodes (20) and an electrolyte comprising a printable polyelectrolyte (22).    USE - An energy charge storage device including supercapacitor, hybrid electrochemical capacitor, metal-hydride battery or fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The energy charge storage device uses materials that can act as electrolyte without compromising on the device performance.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of an energy charge storage device comprising preparing a polymer film made of a printable polyelectrolyte, and arranging the polymer film in between two electrodes.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of an energy charge storage device.    Electrodes (20)    Polyelectrolyte (22)
NOVELTY - Fabrication of a chalcopyrite powder comprises mixing a Group IB compound and a Group IIIA compound in a solvent; drying or precipitating the solution to obtain a precursor containing Group IB and Group IIIA elements; mixing a solution or powder containing a Group VIA compound with the precursor; and heating the mixture.    USE - Method for the fabrication of a chalcopyrite powder used as a target of a vacuum process (e.g. evaporation or sputter process), as a material in a coating process (e.g. spin coating, bar coating, dip coating, roll coating, spray coating, gravure coating, inkjet printing, slot coating, or blade coating process), or as a light-absorbing material of a solar cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The chalcopyrite powder has uniform thin film with small size.
NOVELTY - Making a polybenzoxazole membrane comprises subjecting an aromatic poly(o-hydroxy amide) membrane prepared from an aromatic poly(o-hydroxy amide) polymer to thermal cyclization at 200-550 degrees C under an inert atmosphere.    USE - The polybenzoxazole membranes are useful for a variety of liquid, gas and vapor separations such as desalination of water by reverse osmosis, non-aqueous liquid separation such as deep desulfurization of gasoline and diesel fuels, ethanol/water separations, pervaporation dehydration of aqueous/organic mixtures, carbon dioxide/methane, carbon dioxide/nitrogen, hydrogen/methane, oxygen/nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide/methane, olefin/paraffin, iso/normal paraffins separations, and other light gas mixture separations. The polybenzoxazole membranes are also useful in catalysis and fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The polybenzoxazole membranes: exhibit ease of processability, high mechanical stability, high selectivity, high permeance, stable permeance and sustained selectivity over time by resistance to solvent swelling, plasticization and hydrocarbon contaminants; provide a higher purity product gas; and show high performance and can be used for commercial separation applications.
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a vacuum chamber (10) consisting of a space connected with a vacuum generator. A master mold (20) having a mold pattern on upper surface, is located in lower portion of vacuum chamber. A chuck (30) is located in upper portion of vacuum chamber. The rear surface support is adhered to the stamp or imprint formed in upper surface of master mold while moving the chuck to predetermined state. A controller is provided for moving the chuck for adhesion upwards in the state of removing the rear surface support from vacuum state.    USE - Apparatus for manufacturing imprint used during formation of micro pattern. Uses include but are not limited to manufacture of LCD, organic LED (OLED), plasma display panel (PDP), solar cell, sensor, optical element, electronic machine element, display element and semiconductor.    ADVANTAGE - The imprint having excellent physical properties, pattern shape can be manufactured efficiently, while minimizing generation of pattern defect.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of imprint.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawings show the explanatory views of the imprint manufacturing apparatus.    Vacuum chamber (10)    Master mold (20)    Chuck (30)    Heating apparatus (40a)    Light irradiation apparatus (40b)
NOVELTY - The electrode collector has a metal foil (1) having several through-holes penetrated in the thickness direction, and a conductive layer formed in contact with the metal foil. Th conductive layer has a coated conductive layer (3b) formed on both the surfaces of the foil, and a conductive layer (3a) in a hole formed in each through-hole. Each through-hole formation portion is formed such that both the surfaces of the conductive layer in a hole have concave shape and fills up a portion of each through-hole.    USE - Electrode collector in electrode such as positive and negative electrodes and electrical storage element (both claimed) such as electrical double layer capacitor, lithium ion capacitor, etc. Uses include but are not limited to electrical storage system of electric vehicle, hybrid electric vehicle, fuel cell electric vehicle, etc., domestic distribution type electrical storage system based on solar photovoltaic technology, electric power smoothing system of wind-powered electricity generation, off-peak electric power storage system.    ADVANTAGE - The electrode collector has favorable adhesiveness with an electrode active material layer, and it becomes possible to produce the electrical storage element having high output property and a high durability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacturing method of electrode collector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the schematic cross-sectional views explaining the illustrative formation aspect of a conductive layer.    Metal foil (1)    Conductive layer in a hole (3a)    Coated conductive layer (3b)
NOVELTY - The metal particle comprises primary particles having equivalent circular diameter of 10 nm or less in projection image when projected on two dimensions and having predetermined ratio of perimeter length and equivalent circular diameter in projection image.    USE - Metal particle for fuel cell (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The specific surface area of a metal particle is enlarged.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for    (1) a carbon supporting metal particle;    (2) an electrode for fuel cell;    (3) a fuel cell stack;    (4) an inorganic oxide which supports metal particle;    (5) a catalyst which uses inorganic oxide; and    (6) a classification method for metal particle.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the flowchart of classification method of metal particle. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Metallic compound, reducing agent, and dispersing agent are introduced into reaction container (S10)    Inert gas is introduced into reaction container (S20)    Nonpolar solvent and polar solvent are added and stirred in solvent in reaction container after reaction container is cooled (S30)    Deposit and supernatant liquid are separated (S40)    Process is completed after repeated process (S50)
NOVELTY - An oxygen-reduction catalyst comprises transition metal salt, carbon nanotube, and organic material. The transition metal is chosen from iron, cobalt, copper, zinc and nickel. The organic material is chosen from ethylenediamine, diethylenetriamine and triethylenetetramine. The ratio of content of transition metal to content of organic material is 10:1-1:10.    USE - Oxygen-reduction catalyst is used for manufacturing fuel cells.    ADVANTAGE - The oxygen-reduction catalyst has excellent oxygen reduction performance. The dispersibility of transition metal in multi-walled carbon nanotubes is excellent.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for preparation of oxygen-reduction catalyst. (In parts weight) multi-walled carbon nanotubes (50-5000) having aperture size of 20-120 nm are preprocessed, then arranged in a reactor, heated to 80-300 degrees C, vacuumized, and temperature of reactor is decreased. Organic solvent (100-10000) and organic material (1-200) are slowly added to the reactor and stirred for 10 minutes. Then, transition metal salt solution (1-100) is added into the reactor and stirred for 60 minutes. The solvent in the mixture is evaporated by a rotary evaporator, mixture is ground into powder and then heated in inert gas atmosphere, to obtain oxygen reduction catalyst.
NOVELTY - A silica dispersion solution is prepared by elemental silicon one-step dissolving method. A mixed sol of silicon and titanium is prepared by sol gel process, and the prepared solution and sol are mixed to obtain a solution (A). Aluminum sol or zirconium sol is added to solution (A) to obtain solution (B). An organic solvent or inorganic solvent is added to the solution (B) to obtain solution (C). A film-forming auxiliary agent, hardener, scratch resisting agent, wetting agent, thickener and/or surfactant is added to the solution (C) and stir-mixed to obtain a coating slurry.    USE - Manufacture of coating slurry for solar battery sealing glass (both claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The coating slurry has reduced amount of impurities, uniform colloidal particles, controlled grain diameter, excellent film formability and enables to economically form coating film having high hardness, excellent adhesiveness and excellent anti-reflection property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A silica dispersion solution is prepared by elemental silicon one-step dissolving method. A mixed sol of silicon and titanium is prepared by sol gel process, and the prepared solution and sol are mixed in the volume ratio of 4-10:1-5 to obtain a solution (A). Aluminum sol or zirconium sol is added to the solution (A) to obtain solution (B). An organic solvent or inorganic solvent is added to the solution (B) to obtain solution (C). A film-forming auxiliary agent, hardener, scratch resisting agent, wetting agent, thickener and/or surfactant is added to the solution (C) and stir-mixed to obtain a coating slurry.
NOVELTY - The method involves contacting a metal cladding layer e.g. thin metal foil or plated or deposited thin metal film, with a thin metal sheet to form a thin metal sandwich having an original thickness. The sandwich is subjected to compression rolling in the direction to form the compressed thin metal sandwich having the compressed thickness. The compressed thin metal sandwich is subjected to another compression rolling in another direction to form another compressed thin metal sandwich having another compressed thickness.    USE - Method for cladding a thin metal sheet for proton exchange membrane fuel cells of a fuel cell vehicle and hybrid electrical vehicle.    ADVANTAGE - The method provides skin-pass processed clad sheet metals with reduced uniaxial pre-strain, achieves improved uniformity in microstructure and material properties of the sheet along the longitudinal and transversal directions, and enhanced formability and manufacturability of the sheet.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a multi-directionally compression-rolled clad sheet metal comprising a metal cladding layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) with formed metal plates.
NOVELTY - A crystalline-silicon solar cell has a p-type silicon thin-film layer on surface of a single-crystal silicon substrate as conductive single-crystal silicon substrate (I), a pure silicon thin-film layer provided between single-crystal silicon substrate and p-type silicon thin-film layer, a n-type silicon thin-film layer provided at the other surface of single-crystal silicon substrate, pure silicon thin-film layer, an electroconductive oxide layer, a n-type amorphous silicon-type thin-film layer and n-type microcrystal silicon thin-film layer.    USE - Crystalline-silicon solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The crystalline-silicon solar cell has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency and high open circuit voltage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - A crystalline-silicon solar cell has a p-type silicon thin-film layer on surface of a single-crystal silicon substrate as conductive single-crystal silicon substrate (I), a pure silicon thin-film layer provided between single-crystal silicon substrate and p-type silicon thin-film layer, a n-type silicon thin-film layer provided at the other surface of single-crystal silicon substrate, pure silicon thin-film layer provided between single-crystal silicon substrate and n-type silicon thin-film layer, an electroconductive oxide layer comprising zinc oxide layer (7) formed in contact with n-type silicon thin-film layer, a n-type amorphous silicon-type thin-film layer formed in contact with n-type silicon thin-film layer, and n-type microcrystal silicon thin-film layer comprising n-type amorphous silicon-type thin-film layer and zinc oxide layer formed in contact with electroconductive oxide layer.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the sectional view of the crystalline-silicon solar cell.    N-type single-crystal silicon substrate (1)    P-type amorphous silicon layer (3)    N-type amorphous silicon layer (5)    N-type microcrystal silicon layer (6)    Zinc oxide layer (7)
NOVELTY - The gate valve has a pair of pistons (71A,71B) that is surface-contacted with film edge of film (10). The wide portion of the pistons is 8-20 mm. The narrow portion provided at the center portions (96,97) of pistons is less than 8 mm.    USE - Gate valve used in film manufacturing apparatus used during manufacture of thin film solar cell, electronic paper and color filter of LCD device and electroluminescent (EL) display device.    ADVANTAGE - Since the pair of pistons is surface-contacted with film edge of film, the peeling of film can be performed easily and efficiently.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for passing film in gate valve.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view illustrating the arrangement of pistons.    Film (10)    Pistons (71A,71B)    Contact portion (92)    Press surface (93)    Center portions (96,97)
NOVELTY - A thin film solar cell is fabricated by depositing a first conductive layer to a substrate (1) forming a bottom electrode; forming a semiconductor junction comprising p- and n-type semiconductors; depositing a second conductive layer forming a top electrode; determining a voltage measure for application to the semiconductor junction; placing the semiconductor junction in reverse bias mode by applying the voltage measure to the top and bottom electrodes; and applying the voltage measure below a predetermined breakdown value to increase efficiency of the solar cell.    USE - Method for fabricating a thin film solar cell for public utility usage.    ADVANTAGE - The method minimizes or eliminates the need for insulating films such as zinc oxide or cadmium sulfide, relying for doping effects on deposits of metals or salts of cadmium, zinc or other divalent cations followed by thermal annealing.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for fabrication of thin film solar cell comprising:    (A) depositing a first conductive layer to a first substrate forming a bottom electrode;    (B) depositing an absorbent material layer above the bottom electrode where the bottom electrode is more conductive than the absorbent material layer;    (C) depositing an insulating layer coupled to the absorbent material layer;    (D) forming a semiconductor junction comprising a p-type semiconductor and an n-type semiconductor;    (E) depositing a second conductive layer forming a top electrode; and    (F) forming an oxide based insulating layer through anodization to increase efficiency of the solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of a CIGS solar cell.    Substrate (1)    Thin film of molybdenum (2)    Thin film of CIGS (3)    Nickel (7)    Aluminum (8)
NOVELTY - The component has a frame that is a rectangular frame made by connecting a short side (72) and a long side (71). An inserting groove is installed on the end portion of the long side. An inserting strip (74) for inserting the inserting groove is installed on the end portion of the short side. The inserting groove comprising silica gel arranged on the inserting strip or silica gel strip.    USE - Frame of a solar photovoltaic component.    ADVANTAGE - The inserting strip for inserting groove installed on end portion of long side, that is installed on end portion of short side and inserting groove comprising silica gel is arranged on strip. Hence the photovoltaic component is of simple structure, highly reliable and with a stable connection. The service life of the component is ensured by designing water dropping holes for preventing the rain and the leakage. The frame is prevented from corroding through a chemical object by forming a surface of the frame comprising an oxide layer by oxidizing sand blast and an anode.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a frame of a solar photovoltaic component.    Long side (71)    Short side (72)    Multiple water dropping holes (73)    Inserting strip (74)
NOVELTY - An aromatic monomer containing a dihalo biphenyl compound (I) is polymerized in the presence of nickel compound, tricyclohexylphosphine, a metal reducing agent and 2,2'-bipyridine compound (II) or its derivative, and aromatic polymer is manufactured. The nickel compound is bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene) nickel, nickel halide, nickel-2-ethyl hexanoate, nickel acetylacetonate, (dimethoxyethane)nickel chloride and (dimethoxyethane) nickel bromide.    USE - Manufacture of aromatic polymer used as synthetic raw material of polymer electrolyte used for polymer electrolyte fuel cell.    ADVANTAGE - The aromatic polymer is manufactured by a simple method.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An aromatic monomer containing a dihalo biphenyl compound of formula (I) is polymerized in the presence of nickel compound, tricyclohexylphosphine, a metal reducing agent and 2,2'-bipyridine compound of formula (II) or its derivative, and aromatic polymer is manufactured. The nickel compound is bis(1,5-cyclooctadiene) nickel, nickel halide, nickel-2-ethyl hexanoate, nickel acetylacetonate, (dimethoxyethane)nickel chloride and (dimethoxyethane) nickel bromide.    A1=amino group having 1-20C hydrocarbyl optionally having substituent (G1) or 1-20C alkoxy optionally having substituent (G1);    R1=fluoro, cyano or 1-20C alkyl, 1-20C alkoxy, 6-20C aryl, 6-20C aryloxy group or 2-20C acyl (all optionally having substituent (G2));    two R1+C=ring;    X1=chloro, bromo or iodo;    j=0-3;    substituent (G1)=fluoro, 1-20C alkoxy, 6-20C aryl, 6-20C aryloxy, 2-20C acyl or cyano;    substituent (G2)=group (G1) excluding 2-20C acyl;and    R2,R3=H, fluoro, 1-20C alkyl, 6-20C aryl, 1-20C alkoxy, 2-20C acyl, 2-20C alkoxycarbonyl, 1-20C fluorinated alkyl, 2-20C dialkylamino or 2-20C cyclic amino.
NOVELTY - A white reflector (16) is molded as a dispersion of anatase type or rutile type titanium oxide particles (12a,12b) in silicone resin or silicone rubber. The silicone resin or silicone rubber has active silyl group chosen from hydrosilyl containing silyl group, vinyl containing silyl group, alkoxysilyl containing silyl group and hydrolyzable group containing silyl group.    USE - White reflector is used for semiconductor light emitting device e.g. light emitting diode, optical semiconductor package component, electronic circuit board and solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The white reflector has excellent chemical stability, mechanical strength, high whiteness, durability and is manufactured easily and economically with improved productivity by a simple process. The white reflector improves the reflecting efficiency and prevents light leakage.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of the white reflector.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the cross-sectional view of the semiconductor light emitting device using the white reflector.    Semiconductor light emitting device (1)    Package molded material component (10)    Inner wall (11)    Titanium oxide particles (12a,12b)    White reflector (16)
NOVELTY - Copper-indium-selenium (CIS) based thin film solar cell comprises laminated high strain point glass substrate, alkali layer, p-type CIS based light absorbing layer, and n-type transparent conductive film arranged in sequential order, where alkali control layer comprises silica film having thickness of 2-10 nm and refractive index of 1.450-1.500.    USE - The CIS based thin film solar cell is useful for forming electrode layer and transparent conductive film layer.    ADVANTAGE - The CIS based thin film solar cell has photoelectric conversion efficiency of 15.3%.
NOVELTY - Making a semiconductor structure comprises: (a) depositing a front amorphous semiconductor layer on a front side of a semiconductor substrate; and (b) crystallizing the front amorphous semiconductor layer into a front doped crystalline semiconductor layer by applying heat at a low thermal budget temperature.    USE - The methods are useful for making a semiconductor structure (claimed) such as an optical device or solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method produces a low cost or low thermal budget semiconductor structure in easier and faster steps.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Making a semiconductor structure comprises: (a) depositing a front amorphous semiconductor layer on a front side of a semiconductor substrate, where the front amorphous semiconductor layer has a front amorphous doping and the substrate having a substrate doping; and (b) crystallizing the front amorphous semiconductor layer into a front doped crystalline semiconductor layer by applying heat at a low thermal budget temperature, where the front doped crystalline semiconductor layer has a front layer doping, and where the doping transition region between crystallized semiconductor layer and the semiconductor substrate is less than 100 Angstroms.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow chart for making a semiconductor optical detector.    Semiconductor substrate (505)    Front surface deposition (510)    Back surface deposition (515)    Crystallization (520)    Front passivation (525)    Back passivation (530)    Coating deposition (535)    Pattern opening (540)    Electrode deposition (545)
NOVELTY - Making non-oxide semiconductor nanoparticles (I), comprises: (a) subjecting a combination of reaction components to conditions conducive to microbially-mediated formation of non-oxide semiconductor nanoparticles, where the combination of reaction components comprises anaerobic microbes, a culture medium (34) suitable for sustaining the anaerobic microbes, a chalcophile metal component comprising at least one type of metal ion, a non-metal component; and (b) isolating the non-oxide semiconductor nanoparticles comprised of at least one of the metal ions and at least one of the non-metals.    USE - The method is useful for producing non-oxide semiconductor nanoparticles (claimed), which is useful in photovoltaic, light emitting, thermoelectric, and solar cell devices.    ADVANTAGE - The method is performed as a single step process. The method is cost effective.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a nanoparticulate semiconductor composition comprising crystalline nanoparticles having an average size of 1-500 nm, where the crystalline nanoparticles comprise one or more metals and one or more nonmetals of sulfur, selenium, tellurium, and arsenic, and the crystalline nanoparticles exhibit a photoluminescence peak characterized by a full-width half maximum value of less than 20 nm; and    (2) producing nanoparticles having a metal composition of formula (Cu(InxGa1-x)X2), or (M3SnX4).    x = 0-1;    X = S, Se or Te; and    M = at least one chalcophile metal other than Sn.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a diagrammatic view of a continuous-type reactor for producing non-oxide semiconductor nanoparticles.    Batch-type bioprocessing reactor (30)    Container (32)    Culture medium (34)    Gas conduit (38)    Crystalline product. (42)
NOVELTY - Solar cell (310) comprises a first conductor layer forming a pattern of projections on at least one surface with one or more gaps between the projections; an active layer (320) situated in the gaps between the projections and coupled to the first conductor layer; and a second conductor layer coupled to the active layer.    USE - Used as solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The solar cells with high efficiency can be produced in low cost.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows a schematic cross-sectional side view of the solar cell.    Solar cell (310)    Substrate (312)    Electron conductor layer (314)    Hole conductor layer (318)    Active layer (320)    Electrode (322)    Layer coupled to the substrate. (326)
NOVELTY - Optoelectronic device comprises: (a) a first hole-collecting electrode; (b) an optional hole-transporting layer; (c) a layer comprising a mixture of an electron donor material and an electron acceptor material; and (d) a second electron-collecting electrode, where the electron donor material comprises a 1,2,4,5-tetrahydro-pyrrolo(3,4-c)pyrrole compound (I).    USE - The device, such as photovoltaic device is useful in solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The device exhibits excellent photovoltaic properties and excellent power conversion efficiency. The device exhibits improved short circuit current density, open circuit voltage and external quantum efficiency. The electron-donating chromophore has excellent solubility and high thermal stability.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Optoelectronic device comprises: (a) a first hole-collecting electrode; (b) an optional hole-transporting layer; (c) a layer comprising a mixture of an electron donor material and an electron acceptor material; and (d) a second electron-collecting electrode, where the electron donor material comprises a 1,2,4,5-tetrahydro-pyrrolo(3,4-c)pyrrole compound of formula (I).    X = O or S;    A1, A2, B1 = aryl or heteroaryl (both optionally substituted);    m, n = 1-9;    p = 0 or 1;    E1, E2 = H, (hetero)aryl (optionally substituted) or 1-12C alkyl; and    R1-R4 = H, 1-12C alkyl or -C(=O)-O-1-12C alkyl.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The figure shows the architecture of the optoelectronic device.
NOVELTY - A spongy quantum dot solar cell has a cadmium sulfide quantum dot anode having sensitizing agent and a transmit layer, an electrolyte and a platinum cathode. The anode has spongy porous three-dimensional structure having quantum dots.    USE - Spongy quantum dot solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The spongy quantum dot solar cell has improved photoelectric conversion efficiency and simple structure.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of spongy quantum dot solar cell. A fluorine-doped tin oxide electroconductive glass for forming titanium dioxide seed layer is prepared by suspension coating and annealing for 1 hour at 500 degrees C. An aqueous solution containing 0.025-0.05 mol/L of cadmium acetate and 0.075-0.15 mol/L of thiourea is prepared. The solution is added to aqueous ammonia having concentration of 1.6-2.2 mol/L, and processed by ultrasonic wave. The annealed glass is placed in a reaction container accommodating aqueous solution, and reacted for 2-11 hours at 120 degrees C by a hydrothermal process to prepare the spongy cadmium sulfide quantum dot film layer. The obtained layer is annealed, and resulting material is dipped in nitrogen-containing dye for 1-2 hours. The heat-seal film is clamped between the working electrode and platinum electrode. An electrolyte is injected through a small hole, and vacuum-processed to produce spongy quantum dot solar cell.
NOVELTY - A photoelectric element has an electron carrying layer (3) and positive hole transport layer (4) interposed between a pair of electrodes (2,5). The electron carrying layer contains organic compound having oxidation reduction portion capable of repeated oxidation-reduction. The organic compound is formed as a gel layer (6) comprising electrolytic solution which stabilizes the reduced state of the oxidation-reduction portion. The gel layer contains sensitizing dye.    USE - Photoelectric element is used for optical display element, electrochromic display element, electronic paper, solar cell and sensor device.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric element has excellent electron transport characteristics and conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the photoelectric element.    Electrodes (2,5)    Electron carrying layer (3)    Positive hole transport layer (4)    Gel layer (6)
NOVELTY - Copper-indium-gallium-selenide solar cells manufacturing involves assembling layers on carrier (1) provided on a metallic back contact (2), an absorber layer, a buffer layer, a tunnel junction and a transparent conductor oxide. A substrate is used as carrier, which is made of molybdenum, copper-indium-selenide, copper-indium-gallium-selenide, cadmium sulfide, indium zinc oxide and tin-doped indium oxide or aluminum doped zinc oxide.    USE - Method for manufacturing copper-indium-gallium-selenide (CIGS) solar cells (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method provides copper-indium-gallium-selenide solar cells with improved efficiency due to special design in a simple manner.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a thin-film solar cell, which comprises a support and metallic back contact.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a basic structure of a thin film solar cell. (Drawing includes non-English language text).    Carrier (1)    Metallic back contact (2)    Absorber layer (3)    Cadmium sulfide (4)    Intrinsic zinc oxide (5)
NOVELTY - Aromatic polyethersulfone block copolymer comprises hydrophilic segment, which exhibits sulfonic acid groups, and hydrophobic segment, which does not exhibits sulfonic acid groups, where the weight proportion of hydrophilic segment amounts to 0.02-0.35.    USE - The aromatic polyethersulfone block copolymer is useful: as a polyelectrolyte for producing fuel cells; and for producing the membranes for water treatment (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The aromatic polyethersulfone block copolymer: exhibits improved application properties, preferably proton conductivity, methanol permeation and moisture absorption properties; and good chemical resistance and resistance to fouling.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for preparing the aromatic polyethersulfone block copolymer, comprising sulfonating an aromatic polyethersulfone block copolymer with concentrated sulfuric acid at 20-70 degrees C.
NOVELTY - A reaction device (10) comprises a reaction device main body (20) to perform reaction of reaction material, and a heat reflective film that is provided to opposed to an external surface of the reaction device main body and to reflect a heat ray that is radiated from the reaction device main body where a heat releasing portion which transmits or absorbs part(s) of the heat ray that is radiated from the reaction device main body is provided on the heat reflective film.    USE - A reaction device for a fuel cell device.    ADVANTAGE - The device maintains temperature difference between reaction units in the reaction device.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic view of a fuel cell device.    Reaction device (10)    Reaction units (11-12)    Reaction device main body (20)    Reformer (60)    Catalytic combustor (80)
NOVELTY - The module (10) has a cover element for covering a top side of the module, and a carrier element for accommodating a solar cell (14). A heat guidance element is arranged in a back side of the module for reducing back-side heating of the module. The heat guidance element comprises a heat guidance foil (15) that is located in thermal contact with the solar cell. The heat guidance foil is made of ceramics or thermoplastic polyurethane. A heatspreader foil is arranged on a back side of the heat guidance foil and made of graphite, copper or aluminum.    USE - Solar cell module.    ADVANTAGE - The heat guidance element comprises the heat guidance foil that is located in thermal contact with the solar cell, so that temperature of the solar cell module is reduced, thus improving efficiency and recycling capacity of the module. The module is produced with less number of components, thus manufacturing the module in a simple manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a solar cell module with a heat guidance foil.    Solar cell module (10)    Isolation foil (13)    Solar cell (14)    Heat guidance foil (15)    Edge of module (17)
NOVELTY - The bracket has inclined girder for mounting the solar panel. A triangle support structure and support unit is welded to the upper end of the inclined girder. A positioning plate is arranged between two solar panels that are arranged in parallel manner.    USE - Solar panel bracket.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of the bracket is simplified. The installation convenience of the bracket is improved. The manufacturing cost of the bracket is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar panel bracket.
NOVELTY - The structure has knockout pins that are welded on track portion. The crystalline silicon cells are arranged between knockout pins. The crystalline silicon cells are arranged to contact knockout pins and is not directly in contact with the track portion. The crystalline silicon cells are supported by knockout pins at the upper portion of the track portion.    USE - Track structure of sintering furnace.    ADVANTAGE - The heating area of silicon wafer is improved. The silicon wafers can be heated uniformly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the track structure.
NOVELTY - The water meter is composed of a voltage stabilizing circuit and a water power generation device. The electric energy output of the water power generation device is connected with the input end of the voltage stabilizing circuit. The output end of the voltage stabilizing circuit is connected with the signal input end of water meter. The water power generation device is arranged in the water pipe or water meter.    USE - Self-generating intelligent water meter.    ADVANTAGE - Since electric energy output of water power generation device is connected with input end of voltage stabilizing circuit while output end is connected with signal input end of water meter, the kinetic energy of the water flow in the water meter is converted into electric energy that is provided to the computer system of water meter. Since the power supply of the water meter is not used, the need for the user to change the battery is avoided and the operational cost is reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the intelligent water meter.
NOVELTY - The structure has a film solar battery board in current production line prepared into unit cells (1) having same size based on size and area of a base plate, so as to obtain multiple groups of the unit cells. Groups of batteries are distributed at an edge (6) of the film solar battery board in a side. The unit cells in each group are connected in series or connected in parallel through an internal connecting wire (4). Each group of batteries is provided with individual positive or negative electrode (2) and an integrating wire (3) so as to form a film solar battery module.    USE - Multi-group battery structure for a film solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The unit battery groups with different sizes can be formed on one film solar battery board. The semi-finished product or the finished product with edge to be processed can be cut into multiple small film solar battery boards based on group, or externally connected to form an integral film solar battery board.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a top view of a multi-group battery structure.    Unit cell (1)    Positive electrode or negative electrode (2)    Integrating wire (3)    Internal connecting wire (4)    Film solar battery board edge (6)
NOVELTY - The solar street lamp has a lamp arm that is mounted on lamp rod, lamp source and solar battery subassembly. The solar battery subassembly is provided with connecting flange (5) mounted at top end of the steering pipe (9) and welded with rectangular support framework through reinforcing pipes.    USE - Rectangular flower-shaped solar street lamp.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of rectangular flower-shaped solar street lamp can be simplified with rational design, beautiful appearance, strong air resistance capability, reliable and safe functions, and prolonged service life. The maintenance function of the lamp can be improved with convenient operation and wide applicability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of rectangular flower-shaped solar street lamp.    Connecting flange (5)    Steering pipe (9)    Support lower framework (10)    Junction groove (12)    Waterproof cover (13)
NOVELTY - The structure has wiring box (4) that is connected with a back plate glass (1). A sealant layer (2) is arranged in a groove formed on contacting surface between the back plate glass and the wiring box. A dry water-absorbing layer (3) is arranged between the sealant layer and the back plate glass.    USE - Wiring box encapsulation structure for solar battery component.    ADVANTAGE - Influence of water vapor in the solar battery component to corrode the battery is prevented. The generation of short circuit in solar battery component is suppressed. The failure probability of the solar battery component is reduced. The service life of the solar battery component is improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the wiring box encapsulation structure.    Back plate glass (1)    Sealant layer (2)    Dry water-absorbing layer (3)    Wiring box (4)
NOVELTY - The connector has a diode connected with a protective diode in parallel. The protective diode is a transient voltage inhibiting diode. A connection box comprises three diodes connected in series and connected with the transient voltage inhibiting diode respectively.    USE - Anti-static photovoltaic connector.    ADVANTAGE - The protective diode produces the backward high current to release the electric energy when the backward voltage on the diode is about to reach the backward voltage-resisting limit, thus preventing the diode from being punctured backwards to guarantee normal use of the connection box for the photovoltaic plate and the photovoltaic assembly. The connector has excellent popularizing foreground.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of an anti-static photovoltaic connector.
NOVELTY - The structure has clipping components arranged at two right angle ends of a right angle latch (3). Clipping grooves matched clipping with the clipping components of the right angle latch are arranged at ends of a short frame (2) and a long frame (1). The right angle ends of the right angle latch are separately inserted into the clipping grooves arranged in the long frame and the short frame so as to be clipped. Fasteners are arranged on clamping jaws. Bayonets are matched and clamped with the fasteners and arranged on the clipping grooves.    USE - Connection structure for frame of a solar photovoltaic module.    ADVANTAGE - The structure realizes fast connection, high reliability, simple structure, less procedures, and aesthetic shape.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front exploded perspective view of s connection structure for frame of a solar photovoltaic module.    Long frame (1)    Short frame (2)    Right angle latch (3)
NOVELTY - The window has a solar cell assembly that is fixed to a window frame. A load terminal port is located on inside surface of the window frame. The solar cell assembly is electrically connected with a control circuit board. One end of control circuit board is electrically connected with a storage battery and a direct current terminal port, while other end is connected with an alternating current load terminal port through reverser.    USE - Solar photovoltaic generating window.    ADVANTAGE - The electric power can be supplied for lighting the room and power equipment, by integrating solar cell board, control circuit board, reverser, storage battery, direct-current and alternating current ports and window frame. The cost of generating window can be reduced and the structure of window can be simplified.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar photovoltaic generating window.
NOVELTY - A photoelectric conversion apparatus has transparent conductive film (11), semiconductor layer (12) and electrically chargeable substance (13) provided between transparent conductive film and semiconductor layer.    USE - Photoelectric conversion apparatus is used for solar cell.    ADVANTAGE - The photoelectric conversion apparatus has excellent photoelectric conversion efficiency.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of photoelectric conversion apparatus.    Transparent conductive film (11)    Semiconductor layer (12)    Electrically chargeable substance (13)    Electroconductive film (14)
NOVELTY - The frame mounting machine has a frame which surrounds a working space, and a synchronous conveying belt for sending a component into the working space. A cylinder of upper lifting air cylinder is fixedly connected with installing board, and is fixed at bottom of a supporting frame. A piston rod of upper lifting air cylinder is stretched out from installing board and connected with lower surface of lifting bottom board. A piton rod of lower lifting air cylinder is fixed with supporting frame, so that the supporting frame is moved up and down.    USE - Frame mounting machine.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the frame mounting machine.
NOVELTY - The interconnect (86) has a single conductive wire having a cross-section that is sufficient for placing between the layers of a photovoltaic laminate. The stress-relief feature (89) enables the interconnect to maintain a connection between the photovoltaic cell (83,84) and bus array while absorbing the stress induced by a change in position of the photovoltaic cell relative to a position of the bus array or the photovoltaic cell. The solder coating is made up of tin-lead-silver solder alloy. The single conductive wire is made of copper or a copper alloy.    USE - Interconnect for connecting photovoltaic cell such as solar cells to bus array.    ADVANTAGE - The interconnect is designed to be placed between the layers of the photovoltaic laminate and built-in in-plane stress relief features are provided. The interconnect is made of a single conductive wire and is capable of being placed in one plane. The interconnect is implemented into a photovoltaic laminate and can withstand for a specific temperature cycles to an extended period of time, without any breakage. Thus repeated temperature cycles are commonly performed under testing standards for photovoltaic products.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of the photovoltaic cells and interconnects.    Photovoltaic cells (83,84)    Interconnect (86)    Stress-relief feature (89)    Contact point (92)
NOVELTY - The box has a cable connected with a frame and a brace. A connection end of the cable is riveted with a back end of the brace. Front ends of the brace and the frame are both equipped with plane laminas having a round hole. The plane lamina on the front end of the brace is equipped on the plane lamina on the front end of the frame. The plane lamina of the brace is equipped with a spring cushion. The plane lamina of the frame is equipped with a cushion. The plane lamina of the brace is locked with that of the frame via a screw and a nut.    USE - Photovoltaic terminal box.    ADVANTAGE - The box improves production efficiency. The designed conductive size of the box is large, so that the reliability of the terminal connection is improved. The design of the copper filter core can improve the air permeability and safety of the product. The box can meet the demand of high-quality product.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a photovoltaic terminal box.
NOVELTY - The solar cell array has a solar cell module (100) that has a frame (101) coated with insulator and provided for fixing a solar cell panel. An attachment frame (30), made of electroconductive material, has a grounding screw hole (30A) formed in intersection range overlapping the frame of solar cell module. A mount frame has a grounding device electrically connected to a mount frame support which is provided to support attachment frame for possible electrical connection. A grounding screw (1) is screwed into the grounding screw hole to electrically connect the frame and attachment frame.    USE - Solar cell array used in solar energy power generation system.    ADVANTAGE - Provides a solar cell array that has reduced material cost and reduced man-hour for grounding installation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - The mount frame and mount frame support are grounded. A bolt, made of electroconductive material, is used to fasten the frame and attachment frame together. The grounding screw may be a drill screw, a self-tapping screw or a bolt. An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for the construction method of the solar cell array.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a side view showing the attachment site of the attachment frame and mount frame of the solar cell module.    Grounding screw (1)    Attachment frame (30)    Grounding screw hole (30A)    Solar cell module (100)    Frame (101)
NOVELTY - The mechanism has a two clamp grooves which are symmetrically formed along an axial direction of two side surfaces of clamping units. Mounting grooves are axially formed on a bottom surface of the clamping units. The bottom surface of the clamping units are carried on a carrying portion of a cross beam. Two opposite sides of a battery plate are clamped in corresponding clamp grooves of the clamping unit. Baffle blocks are fixedly connected to both ends of the clamping units to locate another two opposite sides of the battery plate.    USE - Solar battery mounting mechanism for mounting solar battery plate in outdoor.    ADVANTAGE - Several battery plates can be mounted simultaneously and rapidly. The solar battery mounting mechanism is simple in structure and light in weight. Hence the mounting speed can be drastically increased and the mounting cost can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of the solar battery mounting mechanism.
NOVELTY - Protective sheet (20) for solar cell module, comprises a cycloolefin resin layer (13) laminated on one surface of a base material film (11) through a polyolefin resin layer (12). The polyolefin resin layer and the cycloolefin resin layer are formed by co-extrusion molding process.    USE - The protective sheet is useful for solar cell module (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The protective sheet has excellent adhesiveness with respect to sealing material of the solar cell module, and water vapor barrier property. The solar cell module has high durability and damp proof property.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar cell module, which comprises the protective sheet.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the protective sheet for solar cell module.    Base material film (11)    Polyolefin resin layer (12)    Cycloolefin resin layer (13)    Fluorine resin layer (14)    Protective sheet (20)
NOVELTY - The conductive ribbon (102a) has a tin based solder that fully wraps an outer surface of the cooper core. The solder is provided with a convex solder surface which comprises a curvature fitted with other curvature of a concave solder surface of the electrically conductive busbar (102b).    USE - Electrically conductive ribbon of photoelectric panel.    ADVANTAGE - In a contact resistance at a joint interface can be soldered so as to enhance the bonding strength and to reduce energy consumption during electricity transporting, so that the operation efficiency and service life time of solar panel can be enhanced.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for manufacturing a photovoltaic electrically conductive channel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a cross-sectional view of the photovoltaic panel.    Photovoltaic panel (100)    Upper substrate (101a)    Lower substrate (101b)    Conductive ribbon (102a)    Conductive bus bar (102b)    Photovoltaic array (104)
NOVELTY - The device has a wing frame assembled on a machine frame. Rotating wheels i.e. pulleys, are arranged on the machine frame. The wing frame comprises a flexible wing sheets and transmission belts i.e. soft cables, placed on the rotating wheels. Parts of the wing sheets are arranged on the transmission belts connected with the rotating wheels. A wing frame coupling device is connected with the transmission belts or the rotating wheels. A hinging seat and a hard wing sheet are arranged on the wing frame. The wing sheets are assembled on the hinging seat.    USE - Reciprocating flapping wing liquid energy converting device for a power generation field and a flapping-wing aircraft.    ADVANTAGE - The wing sheets can be moved between the machine frames by reciprocating, so that energy conversion can be carried out by reciprocating the wing sheets.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a side view of a reciprocating flapping wing liquid energy converting device.
NOVELTY - A fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material (I) is new.    USE - A fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material used for manufacturing organic solar battery devices, organic field effect transistors, organic electroluminescence devices, organic light storage devices, organic nonlinear materials, and organic laser device (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The material is matched with an emission spectrum of the sunlight, and has high photoelectric conversion efficiency, better thermal stability and environment stability, simple preparation method, and low technology demand.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - New fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material is of formula (I).    R1-R4=H or 1-20C alkyl; and    m, n=0-10, preferably 0-2.    INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are included for:    (1) a method for preparation of fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material;    (2) a organic solar battery device comprising a glass layer, an indium tin oxide layer, a poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrene sulfonate) composite layer, an active layer having electron donor materials (fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material) and the electron acceptor material, and aluminum layer;    (3) an organic electroluminescence device comprising a substrate, an anode, a light emitting layer made of fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material, a buffer layer, and a cathode; and    (4) an organic field effect transistor comprising a substrate, an insulation layer, octadecyltrichlorosilane layer, an organic semiconductor layer made of fused ring thiophene organic photovoltaic material, a source, and a drain.
NOVELTY - The electric power system has an electrolysis unit (24) that is connected to the lower storage tank (22). A fuel cell (25) is connected to the discharge side of the electrolysis unit. The electrolysis unit is provided with a supply tube (22a) connected in one side of the lower storage tank such that the water in the lower storage tank is electrolyzed for producing hydrogen and oxygen of high temperature and high pressure, and transferring to fuel cell through transfer pipes (24a,24b).    USE - Hybrid electric power system for power generation plant installed along dam constructed across river, lake and seashore.    ADVANTAGE - The power generation efficiency of the electric power system can be improved. The wastage of the electricity can be prevented.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of electric power system.    Lower storage tank (22)    Supply tube (22a)    Electrolysis unit (24)    Transfer pipes (24a,24b)    Fuel cell (25)
NOVELTY - The system (10) has solar collector has solar collector assembly (12) which reflects the sunlight to a diffused focal point. The diffused sunlight is reflected to photovoltaic cell assembly (20) by solar collector. The solar collector is form of thermoplastic and thermosetting material. A collector housing in photovoltaic cell is arranged at the diffused focal point to receive the reflected sunlight and has several photovoltaic cells which generates electricity on the basis of reflected sunlight.    USE - Solar energy collector system.    ADVANTAGE - The solar collector assembly which reflects the sunlight to a diffused focal point, this diffused sunlight reduces exposed temperature of photovoltaic cell assembly, thereby increases the efficiency and operating life of photovoltaic cell assembly. The cooling liquid in collector housing cools the photovoltaic cells when they generates electricity, thereby reduces the exposed temperature of photovoltaic cells. Only one rotator assembly and tilt assembly can be provided to rotate and tilt several solar collectors respectively instead of providing rotor assembly and tilt assembly for each solar collector, this reduces the manufacturing cost.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for method for generating electricity using a solar energy collector system.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of solar energy collector system.    Solar energy collector system (10)    Solar collector assembly (12)    Support (16)    Photovoltaic cell assembly (20)    Rotating assembly (30)
NOVELTY - The solar cell structure has glass portion that is provided with outer glass (G2), inner glass (G1), middle glass (G3) and spacer (10). The spacer is provided for bonding outer glass, inner glass and middle glass. An air layer (A2) is formed between outer glass and middle glass. An air layer (A1) is formed between inner glass and middle glass. The air flown from air layer under relatively high pressure is moved to air layer under relatively low pressure through through-path structure when pneumatic pressures of air layers are different.    USE - Building integrated solar cell structure.    ADVANTAGE - Since the air layers are maintained under a constant pressure, the damage caused to the glass is prevented. The power generation efficiency of the solar cell is increased.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of building integrated solar cell structure.    Spacer (10)    Air layer (A1,A2)    Inner glass (G1)    Outer glass (G2)    Middle glass (G3)
NOVELTY - An energy source power generation is performed by filling nanoscale anti-pollution sterilizing material and garbage in mixer to mix uniformly, drying them, generating power by biomass energy, crushing residue, and fermenting to produce bio-fertilizer; and putting ultrasound device into sewage tank to sterilize completely, putting marsh gas extract to perform marsh gas power generation, centrifuging residue, using liquid to perform hydraulic power generation, drying solid, and crushing for fermenting to produce the bio-fertilizer.    USE - Method for energy source power generation for producing fertilizer (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The method protects city ecological environment, and develops national economy.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - Energy source power generating comprises:    (A) filling nanoscale anti-pollution sterilizing material and garbage in mixer to mix uniformly, drying them, generating power by biomass energy, crushing residue, and fermenting to produce bio-fertilizer;    (B) putting ultrasound device into sewage tank to sterilize completely, putting marsh gas extract to perform marsh gas power generation, centrifuging residue after power generation, using liquid to perform hydraulic power generation, using drier to dry the solid, and crushing the solid by crusher for fermenting to produce the bio-fertilizer;    (C) mixing microorganism fermented substance and crushed substances in mixer uniformly, fermenting them by microorganism, detecting effective component content of the bio-fertilizer, using advanced bio-fertilizer production line to produce, and respectively packaging and measuring to obtain finished product.
NOVELTY - A multiple junction solar battery has an indium-gallium-phosphide layer, gallium-arsenide layer, germanium layer containing isobutylgermane, and back surface field layer.    USE - Multiple junction solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The multiple junction solar battery has reduced reversed phase interface defect which is generated in the solar battery interlayer interface.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for manufacture of multiple junction solar battery.
NOVELTY - A dye sensitized solar cell end-sealing method involves forming level difference in a transmitted inlet port of a substrate. A glass cap is manufactured for the inlet port. A part of the glass cap is coated, where the glass cap does not contact with a pasted glass frit in the inlet port. The glass frit is plasticized and coated in the glass cap. The glass cap is inserted into the inlet port and soldered. Laser light is irradiated by the glass cap according to the coated glass frit in behind of the glass cap.    USE - Method for end-sealing a dye sensitized solar cell.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a flow diagram illustrating a dye sensitized solar cell end-sealing method.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The structure has several windlasses that are provided in tail portion. The inclined back rope is installed on the front portion of telescopic mast. The pulley is connected with the windlass. A choke canvas is installed on arc-rope and back pulling rope portion. A triangular beam is provided on the pulling rope. The receiving device and canvas portion are provided on the pulling rope.    USE - Wall-type sail structure.    ADVANTAGE - The structure of wall type sail can be simplified. The operability, efficiency and safety of the wall type sail can be improved.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the perspective view of the wall type sail.
NOVELTY - A module consists of upper polyvinyl butyral film (20), solar cell (30), intermediate polyvinyl butyral film (40), insulating film (50), lower polyvinyl butyral film (60) and backsheet (70) laminated in order on substrate (10). The insulating film contains polyethylene terephthalate, polyethylene naphthalate, polytrimethylene terephthalate, polyether-ether ketone, polyimide or polyether sulfone. The backsheet contains aluminum, copper, brass, steel sheet or stainless steel metal plate.    USE - Module for solar power generation.    ADVANTAGE - The module has excellent insulation property, durability and dimensional stability even at high heat desorption temperature.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows the structure of the module.    Substrate (10)    Polyvinyl butyral films (20,40,60)    Solar cell (30)    Insulating film (50)    Backsheet (70)
NOVELTY - The system has a frame (C) made of a sections assembly. The frame includes two types of sections (110, 130) e.g. vertical and horizontal sections, where first type of section is fixed on other type of section so as to form a receiving location (T) receiving a solar panel. The receiving location includes coplanar support walls (112, 132) to serve as a bottom to the solar panel, and includes lateral stops (116, 136) to laterally wedge the solar panel. The latter section includes a central anchorage arm to retain a lap joint of the solar panel.    USE - System for fixing a solar panel e.g. electric solar panel and thermal solar panel, on a roof.    ADVANTAGE - The first type of section includes a wall supported on the roof, and the second type of section includes a wall supported on the first type of section such that a wall base is elevated to a distance from the wall of the first type of section to create a corridor for ventilation of air to cool under the solar panel, thus improving output of the solar panel. The lap joint includes a covering wall that is in convex shape so as to avoid retention of rain water on the solar panels. The sections and the panel are made of aluminum alloy, so as to reduce manufacturing cost and improve corrosion resistance. The first type of section is hoisted on the roof and fixed on a wall plate using mounting flanges, and the frame is correctly attached on the roof so as to easily fix the solar panel in various receiving locations, and attach the panel on the sections using a fixing unit, thus facilitating installation of the panel on the roof.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a frame for receiving solar panels on a roof, and sections assembly.    Frame (C)    Receiving location (T)    Sections (110, 130)    Coplanar support walls (112, 132)    Lateral stops (116, 136)
NOVELTY - The panel (1) has a support plate (2) whose a lower edge (3) is equipped with a lower section (4), a side edge (5) and a opposite side edge (6) that are provided of a side section (7) and a opposite side section, respectively. The lower section defines a trough for a reception of an upper edge of the panel located directly below by interlocking in a plane of the panel. The side section defines a trough that is opened upward for the reception of the opposite side section of the adjacent panel by interlocking in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the panel, in the side edge of the panel.    USE - Photovoltaic panel for installing in a roof of a building.    ADVANTAGE - The lower section defines the trough for the reception of the upper edge of the panel located directly below by interlocking in the plane of the panel, and the side section defines the trough that is opened upward for the reception of the opposite side section of the adjacent panel by interlocking in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the panel, in the side edge of the panel, so that the panels are arranged one another in a horizontal line, thus guaranteeing perfect sealing of the panels according to height of its junction zones and ensuring a perfect flow of rain water on the panels to guarantee a sealing in roof, without any constraints during manufacturing of the panel.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic perspective view of a set of four photovoltaic panels in a roof.    Photovoltaic panel (1)    Support plate (2)    Lower edge (3)    Lower section (4)    Side edges (5, 6)    Side section (7)
NOVELTY - The device has a plate (2) comprising a perforated or non perforated flat fitting surface formed on a frame i.e. framed structure purlin (10), of a building or on batten elements or laths of an existing roof. The plate comprises a photovoltaic panel fitting surface formed at a distance of a discharging plane for permitting flat installation of a tile and obtaining a space for air circulation and cable passage.    USE - Assembly device for receiving photovoltaic panels and constituting roof equipped with a photovoltaic power generation system in an industrial or agricultural building.    ADVANTAGE - The configuration of the device ensures better mechanical rate, protection against weather, temperature regulation and architectural aesthetics.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a roof assembly with plates, clamps, screws and photovoltaic panels.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Photovoltaic panel (1)    Plate (2)    Clamps (3)    Screw (4)    Framed structure purlin (10)
NOVELTY - The apparatus has a ray tracing sensor (200) located in center of a solar panel comprising solar cell module while outputting voltage generated in solar cell. A controller (300) computes rotating direction angular, rotation elevation angle, and azimuth rotational direction of the solar panel which traces the orbit of sun based on voltage outputted from ray tracing sensor. An azimuth converting unit (400) changes the azimuth of solar panel according to rotating direction angular. An elevation angle converter (500) changes the elevation angle of solar panel based on rotation elevation angle.    USE - Solar energy generating apparatus.    ADVANTAGE - Since the azimuth and elevation angle of sun are traced, the efficiency of solar power generation can be improved, and the maintenance of the solar energy generating apparatus can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for solar energy generation method.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram of the solar energy generating apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Humidity sensor (10)    Ray tracing sensor (200)    Controller (300)    Azimuth converting unit (400)    Elevation angle converter (500)
NOVELTY - The equipment has a first fixing unit installed at upper circumference of a first frame for fixing multiple solar panels. A second frame is inserted into the first frame and moved to upper and lower directions. A second fixing unit is installed at upper circumference of the second frame for fixing the solar panels. A compressor providing air pressure is installed at an inner side of the first fixing unit for controlling movement of the second frame. A controller outputs an operating control signal of the compressor according to control information input through a key input unit.    USE - Solar panel fixing equipment.    ADVANTAGE - The equipment enables bulk installation of the solar panel in a narrow place, improves establishment efficiency and reduces installation cost. The equipment enables control of location of the panel, so that the location of the solar panel is varied according to external environment including wind and illuminance of sun, thus improving power generation efficiency. The panel is transferable in upper and lower directions, thus facilitating maintenance and repair of the solar panel after installation.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for controlling a solar panel fixing equipment.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar panel fixing equipment.
NOVELTY - The jalousie has a solar curtain and a storage battery electrically connected with each other, where the solar curtain comprises multiple solar blades that are connected in series by a lead. The solar batteries comprise a bottom plate made of radiation-proof material, and a solar battery plate is mounted on a bottom plate. Two ends of the solar blades are movably connected with a window frame through a rotating shaft, where the rotating shaft is made of plastic.    USE - Solar jalousie.    ADVANTAGE - The jalousie is equipped with a solar shutter blade, so that conversion of a solar energy into an electric energy is easily enabled, thus providing the electric energy for the life of people with simple structure, convenient installation, strong practicability.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar jalousie.
NOVELTY - The generator has a set of folding-jointed wings (210) setting up a rotating blade apparatus (200). Direction of wind is changed in a lower side of a semi-permanent part. A rotary shaft is freely rotated on an inner side of the semi-permanent part. A semi-permanent angle controlling device calculates a horizontal state of a folding-jointed wing fitting according to direction of the changed wind or vertical control point of time, location and setting and bulk power generation due to multi-stage installation and direction of tide.    USE - Wind power generator.    ADVANTAGE - The generator generates bulk power with high efficiency in an effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a wind power generator.    Rotating blade apparatus (200)    Folding-jointed wings (210)
NOVELTY - The system has a generator (111) installed on a top part of a bus platform (10), and a wind power generator (110) axis-connected with the generator. A circulation pan (113) is installed in a vertical profile. An air collector (114) is placed in an outer circumference of the circulation pan. A height adjustment device (135) is connected with upper sides of a solar panel (121) and a rotary plate (133) for controlling a slope of the panel. A controller (132) receives a solar-light signal (131), and controls operation of a rotating unit (134) and the height adjustment device.    USE - Hybrid electric power generating system for use in a rooftop of a building. Uses include but are not limited to use in a flat, a villa and a single house.    ADVANTAGE - The system stores electricity produced by compositively developing wind force and sunlight, and increases energy efficiency. The apparatus is easy to install, and has reduced construction and maintenance cost. The apparatus is compact in structure, so that the traffic accommodation is enlarged when the sun lightens.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a hybrid electric power generating system in partial section.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'    Bus platform (10)    Wind power generator (110)    Generator (111)    Circulation pan (113)    Air collector (114)    Solar panel (121)    Solar-light (131)    Controller (132)    Rotary plate (133)    Rotating unit (134)    Height adjustment device (135)
NOVELTY - The speed control and regulation system has a generator (20) that is provided for supplying the electricity to a grid (2). A speed sensor (3) is connected to a hydraulic unit (1). A voltage transformer (5) and a current transformer (4) are provided for supplying the voltage and current signals for computational of electric power supplied by the generator.    USE - Speed control and regulation system for Pelton type hydraulic units.    ADVANTAGE - The speed control and regulation system has a generator that is provided for supplying the electricity to a grid, where a speed sensor is connected to a hydraulic unit, and efficient and convenient system.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - INDEPENDENT CLAIMS are also included for the following:    (1) a speed control and regulation method for hydraulic power units; and    (2) a wind-hydro center.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a speed control and regulation system.    Hydraulic unit (1)    Grid (2)    Speed sensor (3)    Current transformer (4)    Voltage transformer (5)    Generator (20)
(SE201050720-A1)   NOVELTY - The system has resilient bushing bodies (5, 6) arranged with a softer spring. The spring is placed between flanges (3, 4) and a shaft part (2). The flanges are attached to two shafts (7, 8). A coupling body (1) transmits a rotary movement from one of the shafts to the other shaft when the coupling body is positioned between the shafts. A main body is mounted on a fixture. The fixture is arranged between the former flange and the shaft part via the mounting body of the bushing body. A sensor is arranged between the former flange and the shaft part to measure a position of the coupling body.    USE - System for locating a position of a coupling body in a wind turbine generator.    ADVANTAGE - The system locates the coupling body in an accurate manner and optimizes working efficiency of a generator.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a system for locating a position of a coupling body in a wind turbine generator.    Coupling body (1)    Shaft part (2)    Flanges (3, 4)    Resilient bushing bodies (5, 6)    Shafts (7, 8)
NOVELTY - The method involves providing an inner member (11b) and an outer member (11b) with a set of solar cells (10). A support frame (15) is provided with a center support and supports a set of solar cells. The set of solar cells are provided with multiple sub-units or panels (16). The sub-units or panels are divided into thirteen sections (17).    USE - Method for assembling terrestrial solar cells.    ADVANTAGE - The method involves providing an inner member and an outer member with a set of solar cells, where a support frame is provided with a center support and supports a set of solar cells method for assembling terrestrial solar cells.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view of a solar cells system.    Set of solar cells (10)    Inner member (11b)    Outer member (11b)    Support frame (15)    Sub-units or panels (16)    Sections (17)
NOVELTY - The method involves connecting output end of the photovoltaic assembly in series with maximum power point tracking function module and direct current-direct current module. The maximum power point tracking function module is provided to set working voltage range of the photovoltaic assembly. The voltage range of the photovoltaic assembly is set by relating working voltage range of the environment temperature, nominal rated assembly temperature rise coefficient, and temperature voltage coefficient and component radiation caused by working point voltage according to specific formula.    USE - Method for testing voltage range of photovoltaic assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The mismatch between electrical property components caused by the power consumption can be reduced. The damage of the photovoltaic assembly can be avoided by controlling the voltage range of photovoltaic assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a block diagram explaining the process of testing voltage range of photovoltaic assembly. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - The method involves moving semi-finished product by utilizing a cart after laminating adhesive by glass, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), battery sheet, tedlar (RTM: polyvinyl fluoride) -polyester- tedlar (RTM: polyvinyl fluoride) (TPT) material to working. An A-shaped turnover is carried out. An assembly product is transferred by machine processing to a next process by a vertical movement. The A-shaped turnover is transferred. A packaging base plate is packed with a film for dust-removing dust in a clean room. A packaging base is provided with a plate base. A bottom supporting rod (4) is provided with a rubber sheet layer.    USE - Method for eliminating a subfissure of a solar battery component.    ADVANTAGE - The method solves the fissure problem in producing solar battery subassembly with simple technique and low cost, and eliminates the solar battery component subfissure in a convenient and quick manner, improves the efficiency, and effectively protects the battery assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a solar battery component.    Traveling wheel (1)    Rectangular frame base (2)    Bottom supporting rod (4)    Supporting rod (5)    Connection rod (6)
NOVELTY - The roller has a shaft sleeve (2) whose upper end is arranged with a rotating disk. A lower end of the shaft sleeve is arranged with a throwing roller body (4). A side of a rod is provided with a fixing frame. The fixing frame is stored in a battery (5). A magnetic rotational bearing is arranged between a shaft and the shaft sleeve. An air bag (3) is sleeved on a shaft post. A circuit source (6) is provided with an artificial canal and a rubber dam. The rotating disk is provided with a direct piezoelectric impact plate. A square body is arranged on a wheel shaft.    USE - Swinging roller for use as a generator in a wind and hydraulic power generating field.    ADVANTAGE - The roller reduces machine resistance and improves rotation inertia. The roller is simple in structure. The roller can generate large power under conditions of low differential water and low wind in an effective manner.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a swinging roller.    Shaft sleeve (2)    Air bag (3)    Throwing roller body (4)    Battery (5)    Circuit source (6)
NOVELTY - A double-face glass curtain wall solar battery assembly comprises a common toughened glass (1), an ethylene vinyl acetate layer (2), a battery sheet (3), ethylene vinyl acetate layer, and a super embossing toughened glass (4) arranged in stacked.    USE - A double-face glass curtain wall solar battery assembly for roof or building.    ADVANTAGE - The assembly generates energy power and brings beautiful effect to building.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing is a schematic view of a double-face glass curtain wall solar battery assembly.    Common toughened glass (1)    Ethylene vinyl acetate layer (2)    Battery sheet (3)    Super embossing toughened glass (4)
NOVELTY - The method involves arranging positive surface of battery and back surface of another battery sheet upwards. A bus tape (3) is employed to connect the positive surface of the battery sheet with the back surface of another battery sheet or the back surface of the battery sheet with the positive surface of another battery sheet. One battery sheet is turned to same surface of another battery sheet. The bus tape is made of copper, gold, aluminum or silver material.    USE - Connecting method of solar battery sheets.    ADVANTAGE - The production efficiency of battery sheets with great welding point number can be attained.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a perspective view illustrating the connecting process of solar battery sheets.    Fine grid (1)    Bus tape (3)
NOVELTY - The screen has an elastic polyester net part connected with a screen frame part and a printing part i.e. net-shaped metal thin plate. The net-shaped metal thin plate is provided with multiple meshes that are uniformly arranged in matrix shape or honeycomb shape. The meshes are in quadrangular, round or polygonal shape. The net-shaped metal thin plate is made of aluminum alloy or nickel alloy, where thickness of the net-shaped metal thin plate is 40 microns.    USE - Printing screen for a solar battery.    ADVANTAGE - The battery utilizes the metal electrode in the process of producing solar battery, thus improving service life of the screen and reducing the production cost. The needed pattern of the solar battery printed by screen printing process hold deformation is formed so as to accurately control width of the electrode to improve the product quality.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for producing a solar battery.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a front view of a printing screen for a solar battery.
NOVELTY - The ionizer has a propeller installed at an inner portion of a power generation housing part. Alkaline water out part separates purified water from acidity water, where the purified water is supplied to a water supply source. A generator circuit produces electricity for delivering torque to the propeller. The generator circuit is provided with a main circuit apparatus, which supplies power source to the generator circuit. The main circuit apparatus comprises a power source converting circuit that converts the power source for replenishing electricity from the generator circuit.    USE - Water ionizer.    ADVANTAGE - The ionizer occupies less space, and is inexpensive and environment-friendly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of a water ionizer.'(Drawing includes non-English language text)'
NOVELTY - The method involves forming a titanium layer having the nano-sized crystalline titanium powder on the top of a dye-synthesized solar cell mounted on metallic board. The titanium powder is plasticized for 5 hours at 550 degrees C in a kiln.    USE - Manufacturing method of charging apparatus (claimed) of portable electronic communications device.    ADVANTAGE - Since the titanium layer having nano-sized crystalline titanium powder is formed on top of dye-synthesized solar cell mounted on metallic board, photo conversion efficiency and stability can be improved.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is included for charging apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a graphical representation illustrating the relationship between the photo conversion efficiency and incident light photon according to different wavelengths. (Drawing includes non-English language text)
NOVELTY - A LED board (20) illuminates inside and outside of the building and includes LED module (21) which unites with photovoltaic module (11) of solar cell panel (10) used for solar power generation. A charging apparatus (40) supplies the working electric power generated by photovoltaic module to LED module. A power line (70) delivers the working electric power to LED module from the charging apparatus.    USE - Blind apparatus installed at window and awning of building (claimed).    ADVANTAGE - The waste of the electric power is minimized in daytime, and LED module is supplied with electricity from photovoltaic module in night time. The advertisement effect is achieved using blind apparatus.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows an schematic diagram of the bind apparatus. (Drawing includes non-English language text)    Solar cell panel (10)    Photovoltaic module (11)    LED board (20)    LED module (21)    Charging apparatus (40)    Power line (70)
NOVELTY - The module has solar cells (1) connected to front sides of respective sections of an electrically conductive heat conductor (4) via rear sides of the solar cells. The heat conductor is connected to base plates (6, 7) via a heat-conducting and electrically insulating layer (5). Frontsides of the solar cells are electrically connected to the front sides of one of the sections of the conductor using a fillet (11) by wedge bonding. The insulating layer is made of epoxy resin. The solar cells are covered by a glass plate. Two-component resin is filled in a space between the cells and the plate.    USE - Photovoltaic module for use in offshore application on high sea and in desert areas, for producing electrical current.    ADVANTAGE - The module can be reliably cleaned, and has uniform electrical characteristics. The module is durable and efficient, and ensures optimal thermal transmission. The module permits durable and stable complete connection of the solar cells with the base plates without the need for accommodating contacting wires on the rear sides. The module is not thermally loaded due to minimally applied heat, and avoids the need for flux material.    DETAILED DESCRIPTION - An INDEPENDENT CLAIM is also included for a method for manufacturing a photovoltaic module.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of a connection using a fillet.    Solar cells (1)    Electrically conductive heat conductor (4)    Heat-conducting and electrically insulating layer (5)    Base plates (6, 7)    Conductive adhesive (10)    Fillet (11)
NOVELTY - The structure (3) has main force bearing element (4) that is fixedly connected with the upper plane. Each photovoltaic subassembly (2) is fixed on arm support. Two ends of the photovoltaic component are fixed, and the arm support element (3) is clamped by the photovoltaic subassembly.    USE - Arm support structure of photovoltaic power assembly.    ADVANTAGE - The supporting performance of support structure is realized. The usage of material consumption is reduced so that the manufacturing cost can be reduced.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a schematic view of the arm support structure of photovoltaic power assembly.    Photovoltaic component (1)    Photovoltaic subassembly (2)    Arm supporting structure (3)    Bearing element (4)    Bolt (5)
NOVELTY - The assembly has a double-plane receiving photoelectric conversion device that is used for tracking solar energy device. The photoelectric device (1) is received by two sides of light transmission device (2), and extended to the output terminal (4).    USE - Double-side solar cell assembly.    DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING(S) - The drawing shows a sectional view of the solar cell assembly.    Photoelectric device (1)    Light transmission device (2)    Rigid transmitting element (3)    Output terminal (4)