ABSTRACT
Previous chapters have revealed the (1) optimization of the generation of cathodoluminescence (CL) in phosphor particles, (2) optimization of screen luminance, (3) optical and electrical properties of phosphor particles under irradiation of electrons, and (4) optimization of screening conditions of phosphor powder on the faceplate of CL display devices. Although we have a good understanding of the items described, we may not have sharp and clear CL images on phosphor screens in CL display devices concerning the commercial phosphor powders currently in use. The production processes of commercial CL and PL phosphor powders have been established by empirical skills, but we do not yet understand the details of the production process scientifically. Commercial phosphor powders are far from ideal; we have yet to design a production process for highly optimized phosphor powders for practical use. Chapter 6 discusses the complications encountered in the production of CL phosphors. The discussed results are also applicable to PL phosphor production.
