Deuterated NIR Absorbent Compound for Heat-Stable Resin Films

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing chemical compounds used as absorbents suffer from issues such as high absorption in the visible light range, narrow near-infrared absorption, low solubility, thermal instability, and low resistance to high temperature and humidity, leading to loss of spectral properties.

Innovation Solution

A chemical compound comprising deuterium and represented by specific structural formulas, which maintains light absorption characteristics even under high temperature and humidity conditions due to its heat and oxidation resistance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Use of energy by moving object

If phthalocyanine-based compounds are used as absorbents, then near-infrared light absorption is achieved, but visible light absorption becomes too high

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenear-infrared light absorptionVSAvoidvisible light absorption
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent modifies the molecular structure of phthalocyanine-based compounds by introducing specific substituents and adjusting the conjugation system, thereby changing the absorption spectrum parameters to reduce visible light absorption while maintaining near-infrared absorption capabilities

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates composite absorbent materials by combining phthalocyanine-based compounds with other functional groups or materials that have complementary absorption characteristics, achieving a balance between visible and near-infrared absorption properties

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Use of energy by moving object

If cyanine-based compounds are used for near-infrared absorption, then absorption in the near-infrared range is achieved, but the absorption range becomes narrow requiring mixing with other compounds

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenear-infrared light absorptionVSAvoidabsorption range breadth
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent develops a universal absorbent compound structure that inherently provides broad near-infrared absorption coverage, eliminating the need to mix multiple compounds by designing a single molecule with extended conjugation and appropriate substituents that create a wide absorption spectrum

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Use of energy by moving object

If metal dithiol complex compounds are used as absorbents, then light absorption properties are achieved, but solubility becomes low requiring additional dispersion equipment

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelight absorptionVSAvoidsolubility
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces hydrophilic substituents or functional groups at specific locations in the metal dithiol complex structure to improve solubility in particular solvents, while maintaining the core light-absorbing functionality through careful selection of substituents that do not compromise the chromophore

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent uses solvent dispersants or surfactants as intermediary substances to facilitate the dispersion of metal dithiol complex compounds in the desired medium, overcoming the low solubility issue without requiring complex dispersion equipment

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

4Use of energy by moving object

If iminium or diimonium compounds are used for absorbing light at 900 nm or more, then high wavelength absorption is achieved, but thermal stability becomes low causing loss of absorption properties in high temperature and humidity environments

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvehigh wavelength light absorptionVSAvoidthermal stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent modifies the molecular structure of iminium or diimonium compounds by changing substituents, adjusting the conjugation length, or introducing rigid frameworks to improve thermal stability while maintaining the ability to absorb light at wavelengths of 900 nm or more

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates composite structures by combining iminium or diimonium chromophores with thermally stable scaffolds or protective groups that enhance overall thermal and oxidation resistance while preserving the high-wavelength absorption properties

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

5Use of energy by moving object

If existing absorbent compounds are used, then light absorption characteristics are achieved, but oxidation resistance becomes low leading to loss of spectral properties in high temperature and high humidity conditions

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvelight absorption characteristicsVSAvoidoxidation resistance
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces oxidation-resistant functional groups or electron-withdrawing substituents at specific positions in the absorbent molecule to enhance overall oxidation resistance while preserving the light absorption characteristics through careful selection of groups that do not compromise the chromophore

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent incorporates protective groups or molecular designs that create an inert-like protective environment around the sensitive chromophore, shielding it from oxidation by moisture and oxygen in high-temperature, high-humidity environments

Inventive Principle:
Principle #39Inert atmosphere (Inert environment)

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 compound ensures stable light absorption with high thermal stability and oxidation resistance, maintaining desired light characteristics in harsh environments.

Implementation Method 1

chemical compounds that can be used as absorbents, for example, the chemical compounds that can transmit light in the visible range with high transmittance while absorbing light in the near-infrared range

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight absorption: Absorption (EM radiation)

Data Source

PatentUS20260103443A1Chemical compound
Publication Date: 2026.04.16 LMS
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AI summary

Provided is a compound and its use. Provided is a chemical compound having excellent heat resistance, oxidation resistance, and stably maintaining light absorption characteristics even when maintained under high temperature conditions or high temperature and high humidity conditions. Provided is also a resin film having desired light characteristics secured by applying the chemical compound. Provided are also applications of the chemical compound.