Multilayer organic photodetectors with improved performance

Details Multilayer organic photodetectors with improved performance Multilayer organic photodetectors with improved performance

2005-12-06

2005-12-06

Flynn, Nathan J. (Department: 2826)

Active solid-state devices (e.g., transistors, solid-state diode

Organic semiconductor material

C257S642000, C438S082000

Reexamination Certificate

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06972431

ABSTRACT:
The present invention generally relates to organic photodetectors. Further, it is directed to an optimized organic photodetector having reduced dark current and high efficiency and response time.

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