Abstract:
Multilayer cathode backplate structures are provided for use with a field emitter in display panels. Processes for making the structures are also disclosed. The backplate structures are made of a plurality of electrodes separated by one or more patterned layers of a dielectric composition, each said patterned layer being formed by firing a thick film dielectric composition which has been patterned by diffusion patterning.
Abstract:
Strips of field emitters (30) arranged in rows overlap grid electrodes (32, 32', 32'') when viewed in the viewing direction (36) to define pixel dots. Scanning electrical voltages are applied to the rows of field emitters (30) to perform scanning and data potentials are applied to the grid electrodes (32, 32', 32'') to control the brightness of the display. Potentials applied to the grid electrodes (32, 32', 32'') also focus the electrons from the field emitters (30). A metal mesh with grid electrodes (32, 32', 32'') fabricated thereon to form an integrated structure greatly simplifies the manufacture of the display.
Abstract:
An improved field emission cathode and methods for fabricating such a cathode are disclosed. In the methods of the invention, the field emission cathode is made from at least one body containing a first substance. The method steps include a preparation of irregularities in an emitting surface of the body, adding to the emitting surface of the body ions of a second substance with a low work function, and modifying the emitting surface by inducing field emission in applying a variable electric field to the body and increasing the field strength in steps.
Abstract:
A field emission cathode includes a layer of conductive material (14) and a layer of amorphic diamond film (12), functioning as a low effective work-function material, deposited over the conductive material to form emission sites. The emission sites each contain at least two sub-regions having differing electron affinities.
Abstract:
A bipolar grid may be positioned between a cathode and an anode. The bipolar grid may receive a positive grid voltage that corresponds to a voltage in an electric field between the cathode and the anode such that the grid does not interfere with an electron beam generated by an electron emitter of the cathode. The bipolar grid may receive a negative grid voltage to isolate the electron emitter such that the electron beam does not reach the anode.
Abstract:
The invention relates to an optically-controlled field-emission cathode, comprising a substrate (10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100) having at least one conducting surface (11, 21, 31, 41, 51, 61, 71, 81, 91, 101) and at least one conducting emitter element (16, 26, 36, 46, 56, 66, 76, 86, 96, 106) in the vicinity of a conducting surface, characterized in that it also comprises at least one photoconducting element (13, 23, 33, 43, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103) electrically connected in series between at least one emitter element and a conducting surface of the substrate. Another subject of the invention is an amplifier tube comprising such a cathode. The application is for Vacuum tubes, in particular for microwave amplification, with a view for example to applications in telecommunications.
Abstract:
By using a large area cathode, an electron source can be made that can irradiate a large area more uniformly and more efficiently than currently available devices. The electron emitter can be a carbon film cold cathode, a microtip or some other emitter. It can be patterned. The cathode can be assembled with electrodes for scanning the electron source.
Abstract:
Apparatus and method are provided for a package structure that enables mounting of a field-emitting cathode into an electron gun. A non-conducting substrate has the cathode attached and the cathode is electrically connected to a pin through the substrate. Other pins are electrically connected to electrodes integral with the cathode. Three cathodes may be mounted on a die flag region to form an electron gun suitable for color CRTs. Accurate alignment of an emitter array to the apertures in the electron gun and other electrodes such as a focusing lens is achieved. The single package design may be used for many gun sizes. Assembly and attachment of the emitter array to the electron gun during construction of the gun can lower cost of construction.
Abstract:
By using a large area cathode, an electron source can be made that can irradiate a large area more uniformly and more efficiently than currently available devices. The electron emitter can be a carbon film cold cathode, a microtip or some other emitter. It can be patterned. The cathode can be assembled with electrodes for scanning the electron source.
Abstract:
A field emission cathode is provided which includes a substrate and a conductive layer desposed adjacent the substrate. An electrically resistive pillar is disposed adjacent the conductive layer, the resistive pillar having a substantially flat surface spaced from and substantially parallel to the substrate. A layer of diamond is disposed adjacent the surface of the resistive pillar.