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Title: Thin Film Photopatternable Quantum Dot Downconverters with High Optical Density
We demonstrate a scalable fabrication method for microLED displays using photopatternable InP-based QDs. Using photosensitive ligands, we demonstrate pixel resolutions of 10 μm with EQE of >40% in <10 μm thickness. Accelerated reliability is measured and modeled to calculate an expected lifetime of >10k hours for direct-view microLED operating conditions.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
2052728
PAR ID:
10656276
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Publisher / Repository:
INTERNATIONAL DISPLAY WORKSHOPS
Date Published:
Journal Name:
Proceedings of the International Display Workshops
ISSN:
1883-2490
Page Range / eLocation ID:
333
Format(s):
Medium: X
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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