Diamond Shield Tile With Graphitized Region for EMI Conduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for embedding authenticating markings or decorative gemstones within diamonds are unreliable and can affect the clarity and luminosity of the diamond, as they often require bonding agents that can degrade over time.
Innovation Solution
Synthetic diamonds are created with artificially embedded inclusions such as authenticating markings or secondary gemstones, which are incorporated during the diamond's synthesis process using chemical vapor deposition (CVD) methods, ensuring a secure and everlasting integration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If bonding agents are used to embed markings or gemstones within diamonds, then the markings can be secured within the diamond, but the clarity and luminosity of the diamond are affected and the bonding agents may degrade over time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the bonding agent from the system entirely by embedding markings and gemstones directly into the diamond during the synthesis process, eliminating the source of degradation and optical interference while maintaining secure integration
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs the embedding action during the diamond synthesis process itself, before the diamond is fully formed and cut. This preliminary action allows markings and gemstones to be incorporated into the diamond's crystal structure without requiring subsequent bonding operations that would compromise clarity
2Illumination intensity
If smaller gemstones are placed within cavities of larger gemstones for decoration, then a pleasing decorative effect is achieved, but the anchoring and securing of the smaller stone becomes problematic and unreliable over time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the smaller gemstone with the larger diamond by growing them together through chemical vapor deposition, creating a unified structure where the smaller gemstone is an integral part of the larger crystal rather than a separate component requiring anchoring
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements nesting by incorporating the smaller gemstone within the crystal structure of the larger diamond during synthesis, creating a nested configuration where both gemstones are securely integrated without requiring external anchoring mechanisms
3Ease of manufacture
If external markings are engraved on the girdle portion of diamonds, then authenticating identifiers can be placed on the diamond, but the markings can be easily removed as the girdle area is easily manipulated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs the marking operation during the diamond synthesis process, embedding the markings into the crystal structure before the diamond is cut and polished. This preliminary action ensures the markings become an intrinsic part of the diamond rather than surface features that can be removed
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates localized regions within the diamond's crystal structure that have different properties from the surrounding material. The embedded markings and inclusions create distinct local zones that are permanently integrated into specific regions of the diamond, providing secure authentication features
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 method provides a secure and lasting way to embed authenticating markings or decorative gemstones within diamonds, maintaining the diamond's clarity and luminosity without the risk of bonding agent degradation.
Implementation Method 1
The substrate portion and the encapsulating portion are bonded together by covalent carbon to carbon bonds
Implementation Method 2
The substrate portion and/or the encapsulating portion are formed by known diamond deposition or synthesis processes. Such processes known in the art include chemical vapor deposition (CVD) methods
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed herein are apparatuses and methods for providing a shield tile. In some embodiments, the shield tile includes a diamond in a shape of a prism. The diamond includes a first region converted to graphite. The first region is parallel to a base of the prism, and the first region extends to at least one face of the prism.