Continuous czochralski method and apparatus

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9745666
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14425422

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The present invention relates to a Czochralski growth apparatus and method, preferably a continuous Czochralski growth apparatus and method, in which solid feedstock provided from a delivery system during ingot growth is substantially prevented from entering the growth zone of a crucible. In this way, an ingot having exceptionally consistent properties is produced.

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GTAT IP HOLDING LLCMERRIMACK NH 03054

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Huang, Weidong Bolton, US 74 496
Luter, William L St. Charles, US 27 215

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