Condensed-Cyclic Compound for OLED Emission Layer Efficiency

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current organic light-emitting devices (OLEDs) face limitations in achieving high efficiency and long lifespan due to the lack of effective condensed-cyclic compounds that enhance the performance of emission layers.

Innovation Solution

A condensed-cyclic compound represented by Formula 1 is introduced, which can be used in the emission layer of OLEDs, improving efficiency and lifespan by optimizing the structure and synthesis of the organic layer.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If conventional organic compounds are used in the emission layer, then the device can operate, but the lifespan and efficiency are limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice lifespanVSAvoidemission efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by modifying the molecular structure of organic compounds used in the emission layer. Specifically, it introduces condensed-cyclic compound structures with specific molecular formulas and configurations that change the physical and chemical parameters of the emission material, thereby improving both lifespan and efficiency simultaneously

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs composite materials by combining multiple functional groups and structural units within the condensed-cyclic compound framework. This creates a hybrid molecular structure that integrates the benefits of different chemical moieties to achieve enhanced device performance in terms of both reliability and productivity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Productivity

If the emission layer structure is optimized to improve efficiency, then light emission characteristics enhance, but driving voltage may increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelight emission efficiencyVSAvoiddriving voltage
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSPower

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by introducing specific functional groups and structural units at particular positions within the condensed-cyclic compound. This localized structural optimization enhances light emission efficiency at the emission layer while maintaining compatible electrical properties that prevent excessive driving voltage increases

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent utilizes parameter changes by carefully adjusting molecular weight, HOMO-LUMO energy levels, and other critical parameters of the emission layer materials. These parameter optimizations enable improved light emission efficiency while maintaining driving voltage at acceptable levels through balanced material selection

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The use of the condensed-cyclic compound in the OLED emission layer results in enhanced light-emission characteristics and extended device lifespan without significant increases in driving voltage.

Implementation Method 1

The holes and the electrons may be recombined in the emission layer to produce excitons. These excitons change from an excited state to a ground state to thereby generate light.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectroluminescence: Electroluminescence

Data Source

PatentUS11793063B2Condensed-cyclic compound and organic light emitting device including the same
Publication Date: 2023.10.17 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
  • US11793063B2 patent drawing
  • US11793063B2 patent drawing
  • US11793063B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A condensed-cyclic compound and an organic light-emitting device, the condensed-cyclic compound being represented by the following Formula 1: