Photoactivatable Protean Glass/Ceramic Materials for Imbedded Miniature Devices

ABSTRACT: Photosensitive protean materials form essentially a new class of materials which are manufactured in one state but its select material properties can be physically and locally altered through patterning and lithography. In this proposed research, we will demonstrate the feasibility of creation of conductive copper lines imbued in the glass by using novel glasses with laser direct writing. the electrical properties of the glasses will be characterized. The success of this Phase I research will build the base to build unique devices inside the glasses. BENEFIT: The success of the proposed Phase I research will build a foundation to integrate the devices into the glass/ceramics which have many advantages in applications: Military Applications (sensors, mass producible space platforms, integrated miniature antenna systems, multifunction space propulsion systems, microwave devices, high temperature components, reduction of wiring harnesses near electrical insulating systems) and Commercial Applications (sensor-rich micro analysis biological systems for point-of-care testing, architectural panels for modern office buildings, optical components, and high temperature ceramics). Commercial Application: Sensor-rich micro analysis biological systems for point-of-care testing, architectural panels for modern office buildings, optical components, and high temperature ceramics.