Quantum Dot Composition for Enhanced Luminescence Efficiency

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current quantum dot compositions for optical and electronic applications face limitations in luminescence efficiency due to the narrow emission spectra of individual quantum dots, which restrict their ability to effectively utilize a wide range of light wavelengths.

Innovation Solution

A quantum dot composition comprising a first quantum dot with a core of a first semiconductor compound and a shell, and a second quantum dot with a core of a second semiconductor compound, where the maximum emission wavelength of the first quantum dot is greater than that of the second quantum dot, allowing for enhanced luminescence efficiency by absorbing and re-emitting light across a broader spectrum.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Device complexity

If a single type of quantum dot is used, then the structure is simple, but the luminescence efficiency is limited due to narrow emission spectrum

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvequantum dot composition structureVSAvoidluminescence efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple types of quantum dots with different emission wavelengths into a single composition. The first quantum dots emit in a first wavelength range while the second quantum dots emit in a second wavelength range, creating a broader overall emission spectrum that improves luminescence efficiency without requiring complex external systems

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention creates a composite quantum dot material system where different quantum dot types are integrated into a unified composition. This composite structure allows the material to exhibit combined properties of multiple quantum dot types, achieving both structural integration and enhanced optical performance through synergistic effects

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Loss of energy

If quantum dots with different emission wavelengths are combined, then luminescence efficiency improves, but the composition complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveluminescence efficiencyVSAvoidquantum dot composition structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of energyVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by assigning different quantum dots to specific wavelength ranges based on their emission characteristics. The first quantum dots are optimized for their specific wavelength range while the second quantum dots are optimized for their different wavelength range, allowing each component to perform its function efficiently within its designated spectral region

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The quantum dot composition achieves multi-functionality by incorporating multiple quantum dot types that can collectively cover a broad spectrum. This universal composition can serve multiple optical functions simultaneously, including wide-spectrum emission and efficient luminescence conversion, within a single integrated material system

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

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 quantum dot composition achieves increased luminescence efficiency by utilizing the difference in emission wavelengths between the first and second quantum dots, enabling improved light absorption and re-emission, thereby enhancing optical performance in electronic apparatuses.

Implementation Method 1

a maximum emission wavelength of a photoluminescence (PL) spectrum of the first quantum dot may be greater than a maximum emission wavelength of a PL spectrum of the second quantum dot

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPhotoluminescence: Photoluminescence

Data Source

PatentUS20230309333A1Quantum dot composition and electronic apparatus including quantum dot composition
Publication Date: 2023.09.28 SAMSUNG DISPLAY CO LTD
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AI summary

A quantum dot composition and an electronic apparatus including the quantum dot composition are provided. The quantum dot composition includes a first quantum dot and a second quantum dot, and the first quantum dot and the second quantum dot each independently include a core; and a shell covering at least part of the core, the core of the first quantum dot includes a first semiconductor compound, the core of the second quantum dot includes a second semiconductor compound, the first semiconductor compound and the second semiconductor compound are different from each other, and a maximum emission wavelength of a photoluminescence (PL) spectrum of the first quantum dot is greater than a maximum emission wavelength of a PL spectrum of the second quantum dot.