Semiconductor device manufacturing: process – Miscellaneous
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-08
2009-06-09
Vu, David (Department: 2818)
Semiconductor device manufacturing: process
Miscellaneous
C977S743000, C977S840000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07544626
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a method for preparing self-assembled silicon nanotubes (SiNTs) by a hydrothermal method. A method for preparing self-assembled SiNTs comprises forming a mixture of silicon oxide and water in a sealed container, wherein the mixture has a silicon oxide to water ratio of no more than 10% by weight. The mixture is maintained at a constant temperature and a constant pressure, and the mixture is stirred for a period of time. Self-assembled SiNTs may be formed with an average inner diameter of less than 5 nm and an average outer diameter of around 15 nm. The present invention completely utilizes non-toxic raw materials, and the materials and process do not pollute the environment, so the method satisfies the development trends of the modern industry.
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Chen Yangwen
Guo Chi
Pei Lizhai
Tang Yuanhong
Fox Brandon
Hunan University
Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP
Vu David
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