Abstract: Coatings (e.g., thin film glass-like coatings) are deposited on a substrate via a reactive ion plating deposition process, which results in completely dense coatings that mimic the properties of bulk materials and that are fully conformal on all types of non-planar surfaces, even when the coatings have microscopic thicknesses.

Abstract: A novel, cost effective optical filter is employed for photosensors used in ultraviolet-based water purification systems. Optically tuned to specifically eliminate the non-germicidal wavelength polychromatic emissions from mercury lamps, this unique optical filter approach significantly reduces the cost in manufacturing reliable water purification systems employing ultraviolet light.

Abstract: A novel, cost effective optical filter is employed for photosensors used in ultraviolet-based water purification systems. Optically tuned to specifically eliminate the non-germicidal wavelength polychromatic emissions from mercury lamps, this unique optical filter approach significantly reduces the cost in manufacturing reliable water purification systems employing ultraviolet light.

Abstract: A novel, cost effective optical filter is employed for photosensors used in ultraviolet-based water purification systems. Optically tuned to specifically eliminate the non-germicidal wavelength polychromatic emissions from mercury lamps, this unique optical filter approach significantly reduces the cost in manufacturing reliable water purification systems employing ultraviolet light.

Abstract: A novel, cost effective optical filter is employed for photosensors used in ultraviolet-based water purification systems. Optically tuned to specifically eliminate the non-germicidal wavelength polychromatic emissions from mercury lamps, this unique optical filter approach significantly reduces the cost in manufacturing reliable water purification systems employing ultraviolet light.

Abstract: The present invention provides for significantly improved ultraviolet optical filters. This new class of optical filters benefits from improved optical performance, extended physical longevity, high imaging quality of transmitted radiation, transmitted wavelength stability, and minimal autofluorescence. Preferred filters of the invention do not require any sealing from the ambient, are stable, and do not degrade over time and exposure to UV irradiation, and offer superior transmittance for use as bandpass filters.

Abstract: The present invention provides multilayer ion plated coatings comprising a titanium oxide as well as methods for applying such coatings onto a variety of substrates. In particular, the invention provides ion plated transparent multilayer coatings comprising layers of titanium oxide (particularly TiO.sub.x, x.apprxeq.2) and materials of low refractive indices such as SiO.sub.2, Al.sub.2 O.sub.3, MgO etc. Further provided are articles of manufacture comprising such multilayer coatings and novel deposition methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides multilayer ion plated coatings comprising a titanium oxide as well as methods for applying such coatings onto a variety of substrates. In particular, the invention provides ion plated transparent multilayer coatings comprising layers of titanium oxide (particularly TiO.sub.x, x.apprxeq.2) and materials of low refractive indices such as SiO.sub.2, Al.sub.2 O.sub.3, MgO etc. Further provided are articles of manufacture comprising such multilayer coatings and novel deposition methods.

Abstract: Hg.sub.1-x Cd.sub.x Te, Hg.sub.1-x Zn.sub.x Te and other related II-VI ternary semiconductor compounds are important strategic materials for photovoltaic infrared detector applications. Liquid phase epitaxy employing a tellurium-rich molten nonstoichiometric solution is an accepted technology for thin film epitaxial crystal growth.This present invention describes a crystal growth process employing specially encapsulated graphite components which directly facilitate a high volume, high quality large area epitaxial layer production.

Abstract: Horizontal slider for the fabrication of semiconductor devices employs a succession of reservoirs and wells for successive applications of material in the growing of multiple layer semiconductor devices. The apparatus is composed of three assemblies each of which is fabricated of graphite to avoid contamination of the semiconductor material. The apparatus is operated within a furnace wherein the temperature is varied between a relatively high temperature for providing saturated solutions, to a lower temperature during which epitaxial growth can occur, and ambient temperature for completion of a fabrication procedure. One of the assemblies contains a set of wells, a second assembly contains reservoirs and slides horizontally upon the assembly of wells for alternately communicating reservoirs with wells and terminating such communication for a filling of the wells with requisite melts.