Cleanroom Nanotechnology

Cleanroom fabrication is a critical process for manufacturing X-ray detectors and IR sensors. These devices require a highly controlled and sterile environment in order to ensure their accuracy and reliability. The cleanroom fabrication process involves several steps, including the design and development of the device, the selection of materials, and the actual fabrication process. A cleanroom environment is necessary to control contamination from dust, debris, and other particles that can negatively impact the performance of the device. Overall, cleanroom fabrication is critical for manufacturing X-ray detectors and sensors. In addition to the cleanroom environment, the fabrication process also involves using specialized materials, including high-purity silicon and other materials known for their high performance and reliability. 

Infrared (IR) sensors and detectors are used in a wide range of applications, including security systems, industrial automation, medical devices, and environmental monitoring. These devices detect and measure infrared radiation emitted by all objects with a temperature above absolute zero. There are several types of IR sensors and detectors, each with strengths and weaknesses. Pyroelectric sensors, for example, are highly sensitive and can detect very small changes in temperature. They are commonly used in motion detectors and thermal imaging systems.
Overall, IR sensors and detectors are essential tools for many different industries and applications, and continued research and development in this field is likely to lead to even more effective and versatile devices in the future.

 

1.  Si-H Hydrosilane Reducing Agents for Size- and Shape-Controlled InAs Colloidal Quantum Dots, Adv. Mater. 2024, 2412105.

2.  Surface-Reconstructed InAs Colloidal Nanorod Quantum Dots for Efficient Deep-Shortwave Infrared Emission and Photodetection, Journal of the American Chemical Society 2024 146 (42), 29094-29103

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