User:Mandogroup1/Quantum dot display

Quantum dots (QD) are a form of light emitting technology and consist of nano-scale crystals that can provide an alternative for applications such as display technology Nanoco. This display technology differs from cathode ray tube units (CRTs), liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays. QD can be incorporated into a new generation of applications such as flat-panel TV screens, digital cameras, mobile phones and PDAs.

The properties and performance of these unique crystals is determined by the size and composition of the QD. Given QD are both photo active (photo luminescent) and electro active (electroluminescent) they can be readily incorporated into OLED displays.

Benefits

 * Better colour purity : the colour produced by QDs provides for an improved viewing experience for the end user.
 * Added flexibility : QDs are soluble in both aqueous and non-aqueous solvents, which provides for printable and flexible displays of all sizes, including large area TVs (see picture QD TV™)
 * Improved lifetime : QDs are inorganic, which can give the potential for improved lifetimes when compared to alternative OLED technologies.