Liquid crystal alignment layer

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2006-10-10

2006-10-10

Ahmad, Nasser (Department: 1772)

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Liquid crystal optical display having layer of specified...

Alignment layer of specified composition

C428S001230, C428S001400, C428S917000, C349S127000, C349S131000, C349S135000, C430S058050, C430S058800, C430S058850, C430S058750, C252S299300, C252S299400, C252S299600

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ABSTRACT:
There is provided a liquid crystal alignment layer comprising an alignment layer; and chemically bound to said alignment layer, a transport material. Also provided are methods for forming the liquid crystal alignment layer and the use thereof in displays for electronic apparatus.

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