Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for synthesis of bridged-hydropentacene, hydroanthracene and hydrotetracene from the precursor compounds pentacene derivatives, tetracene derivatives, and anthracene derivatives. The invention further relates to methods and systems for forming thin films for use in electrically conductive assemblies, such as semiconductors or photovoltaic devices.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for synthesis of bridged-hydropentacene, hydroanthracene and hydrotetracene from the precursor compounds pentacene derivatives, tetracene derivatives, and anthracene derivatives. The invention further relates to methods and systems for forming thin films for use in electrically conductive assemblies, such as semiconductors or photovoltaic devices.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for synthesis of bridged-hydropentacene, hydroanthracene and hydrotetracene from the precursor compounds pentacene derivatives, tetracene derivatives, and anthracene derivatives. The invention further relates to are methods and systems for forming thin films for use in electrically conductive assemblies, such as semiconductors or photovoltaic devices.

Abstract: A dye compound is described, which is expressed by formula (I): wherein A1, A2 and A3 each independently represent a substituted or unsubstituted 1,4-phenylene or 2,5-thiophene group, and B1 and B2 each independently represent a substituted or unsubstituted aryl group. The dye compound is suitably used as a dye sensitizer in a dye sensitized solar cell (DSSC).

Abstract: A dye compound is described, which is expressed by formula (I): wherein A1, A2 and A3 each independently represent a substituted or unsubstituted 1,4-phenylene or 2,5-thiophene group, and B1 and B2 each independently represent a substituted or unsubstituted aryl group. The dye compound is suitably used as a dye sensitizer in a dye sensitized solar cell (DSSC).

Abstract: Methods for synthesizing 1,4-(ketone or ketal) bridged and/or 5,14-(ketone or ketal) bridged hydropentacenes useful as soluble precursors for formation of pentacene or substituted (e.g., halo) pentacenes; precursor compounds formed thereby; methods for preparing form the precursor compounds conductive thin films comprising pentacene or a substituted pentacene, and articles including such thin films are described. Also described are tetracene and anthracene derivatives which should also be useful in the formation of conductive thin films, among other uses.

Abstract: A novel soluble pentacene (C22H14) precursor 6,13-dihydro-6,13-methanopentacene-15-one, a method for its production and intermediates therefor as well as pentacene films and coated surfaces. Thermolysis of the precursor at 150° C. to 350° C. induces an expulsion of carbon monoxide to generate pentacene in high yield. The high solubility of the precursor compound, as well as its production of non-contaminated pentacene, makes it an excellent material in the application of organic thin film transistors on surfaces.