Spinel articles and methods for forming same

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2006-05-16

2006-05-16

Stein, Stephen (Department: 1775)

Stock material or miscellaneous articles

Composite

Of inorganic material

C428S064100, C428S689000, C428S697000, C423S594160, C423S600000, C117S944000, C117S950000

Reexamination Certificate

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07045223

ABSTRACT:
Single crystal spinel boules, wafers, substrates and active devices including same are disclosed. In one embodiment, such articles have reduced mechanical stress and/or strain represented by improved yield rates.

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