Catalyst particles on a tip

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2008-08-21

2011-12-06

Mayes, Melvin (Department: 1732)

Electrolysis: processes, compositions used therein, and methods

Electrolytic coating

C205S118000, C205S119000, C427S458000, C427S456000, C427S470000, C427S473000, C427S249100, C977S722000, C977S742000

Reexamination Certificate

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08070929

ABSTRACT:
Techniques for forming metal catalyst particles on a metal tip, and nanostructures on a metal tip are provided.

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