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And Whats with this huge Volume?
I certainly didnt hear anything lately to go all in?
I have called the company 5 times with my concerns and no response nor emails. Take that for keeping it real.
I dont know Steve Personally. So I cannot confirm that with you.
I do hope you are 100% right.
Hi Crunch,
They accumulated about 3 million of losses per year for the last few years. Attending a conference is not as expensive as it seems. See below for photovoltaic conference. Add 3-5g's more if you want, still not expensive for something of the magnitute QTMM wants to accomplish.
Tier 1 Exhibition Package
$2,500
A CEO is the face of the company, where is he.. they should be more visible by now... in terms of marketing , what can you say? The only resource that could be found is on ihub. . Who is the CEO? there's one video of him and nothing else about him. Would'nt you want to know who is leading this company? After reading about his last ventures, what can you say.
Do we have images of what we invested in? Is there anything tangible for future investors to buy more stocks? I understand this is a startup in a struggling market but they have done a poor job taking care of investors and visibility. Branding is very important in any business. Whats the brand? Who is QTMM?
As an investor I am not asking for a circus show, We should get more than cut and paste q's.
GLTA
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http://www.yasni.com/ext.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.scribd.com%2Fdoc%2F23295770%2FSolterra-and-Nitto-Denko&name=Ghassan+Jabbour&cat=document&showads=1
What happened to this, has SS given any update to shareholders about this?
Solterra and Nitto Denko to fund ASUresearch on energy efficient technologies
March 17, 2009--U.S.-based Solterra Renewable Technologies and Nitto DenkoCorporation of Japan are investing more than $3.7 million through grants to helpfund research led by Arizona State University (ASU; Tempe, AZ) engineeringprofessor Ghassan Jabbour and his team to find ways of more effectively harnessingsolar power and producing more energy efficient, durable, and custom-designedlight sources.Jabbour's work focuses on the use of nanomaterials and quantum dots in solar cellsand solid-state lighting. Jabbour, who teaches in ASU's School of Materials, is doinghis research through the Advanced Photovoltaics Center, which he directs. Thecenter is part of the Arizona Institute for Renewable Energy at ASU. Jabbour also isdirector of optoelectronics research for the Flexible Display Center, part of theuniverisity's Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering.One of the major scientific and engineering challenges of Ghassan's project involveshow to employ printing techniques to fabricate low-cost alternatives to current solarcells. Research articles on printed organic solar cells written by Jabbour and othermembers of his team continue to be cited by fellow researchers more than any otherarticles in the area of printed ultra-thin solar area research.The material science and engineering aspect of the projects involves experimentswith materials that exhibit unique properties at the nanoscale, specifically materialsthat use photons to achieve more efficient conversion of energy into electricity. Thematerials also have a broader absorption spectrum of incident solar light, meaningthey can make more effective use of solar light for conversion into electricity.More efficient solar cells are only one part of the solution to the nation's growingenergy needs. Just as important is making efficient use of energy in conventionalsystems, Jabbour says. The two technologies he and his team are working on areinterrelated, involving both energy generation and energy conservation. Althoughthere is a strong push for alternative energy, including solar energy, Jabbour saysmuch can be accomplished by focusing on research to lower the power consumptionof conventional technologies. This work involves the area of solid-state lighting.Flexible substrates (for example, plastic, thin metal foils, or cloth) allow for moredurable lights that also weigh less than conventional lighting devices and can beproduced in a variety of shapes.For more information, go towww.asu.edu.
I have nothing else to say. You would think a local conference would be a given. I am a shareholder and if SS is going to make this profitable time will tell. I can hold my life doesnt depend on this stock. I just hope that this is not like his last ventures. I am very dissapointed in the lack of prs, return of phonecalls, update to websites. We are in 2012 not in the wild wild west.
this lacks professionalism on managements part. I can get a hold of any other CEO that is earning 100000000000 times more, so no bull about being busy.
GLTA
Hi Denise,
All this stock trading is of what is ahead of us.
Time to load up. I see a bright future not so distant.
Glta
You shouldn't have ! That's stealth stuff!
Of course I'm kidding, the only very similar part perhaps is the balance sheet, looks very familiar.
Glta
Everything starts with a Dream,
If you want to send a man to the Moon,
You have to dream about it first.
For Sure, with this last Q, we know exactly where we are going!
QTMM to the moon and beyond.
this is a wonder in the making.
Excellent decision, this is getting ready for takeoff.
In great hands indeed, hopefully just as good
As us global nanospace. Then we will for sure be a wallstreet wonder in the making.
I wonder what tricks SS has up his sleeves .
He must have many surprises ahead for all of us.
GLTA
Just received shareholders meeting may 3rd in Ottawa.
I will definitely attend
Great points, hopefully same pattern as usga.
http://www.vantagewire.ca/articles/continued-expansion-graphite-space-more-canadian-juniors-rapid-expansion-49389
Continued Expansion in the Graphite Space: More Canadian Juniors for Rapid Expansion
They will a need a proper storage facility and possibly some sort of showroom for there panels t some point maybe I'm thinking too much ahead.
I wasn't 100% sure about that, but since qtmm has the dots and mass production capability wouldn't it be an obvious?
Let's keep our fingers crossed !
Glta
I have no more doubts, no need for those. Everything we ever wanted to know will be known sooner than later!
Glta
Do you think they built a new facility custom built for them?
I'm under that impression, would just make more sense.
But with all the available commercial spaces, SS might take that route to save money.
Glta
Anyone know where the new office space is?
A bigger facility is going to rock.
I'm sure once April ends and we get our next q. We will all get that much awaited follow up news on the sale of qdots!
Also can't wait for those awesome solar panels from solterra.
Those are gonna be in big demand. When's / or a prototype is gonna be available ?
Glta
No kook aid here I'm a straight shooter.
`Global Nanobiotechnology Market to Reach $6.0 Billion by 2017, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/641507
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Follow us on LinkedIn – Following the nanotechnology revolution in the communication, and information technology industry, which led to the pragmatic integration of millions of electronic components onto tiny surfaces measuring in nanometers (NM), nanobiotechnology is all set to be the next battlefield with ambitious nanobiotech research firms keen on developing tools to analyze the ultimate tiny biological sample i.e. a single molecule. As nanotechnology’s fastest growing sector, nanobiotechnology is poised for rapid growth especially in the field of targeted drug delivery therapies in the oncology sector. Nanooncology, defined as the application of nanobiotechnology in treatment of cancer, is therefore forecast to grow in popularity, encouraged by developments in the use of gold nanoparticles and quantum dots in molecular diagnosis of cancer, new discovery of cancer biomarkers and developments in nanobiosensors and the ensuing advancements in successful identification of sensitive multiple protein biomarkers. Areas forecast to witness the maximum action in terms of R&D investments include development of nanoparticle-based chemotherapeutic agents/drugs, monoclonal antibody nanoparticle complexes and their role in diagnosis and cancer drug delivery, and nanoparticle-based optical imaging of tumors.
The commercial applications of nanobiotechnology in biomedical field are principally directed towards development of novel drug delivery systems, and the trend is likely to remain intact for several years to come. Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries have and will continue to remain the largest users of nanobiotechnology. Drug delivery, being the most crucial pharmaceutical application, is the most focused area in nanobiotechnology. Besides providing an answer to solubility issues, nanobiotechnology also offers intracellular delivery possibilities. The technology also enhances the level of skin penetration in transdermal drug delivery cases. Another particularly valuable application of nanobiotechnology is nonviral gene therapy vectors. Nanotechnology also has the capability to offer “controlled release” devices featuring autonomous operation directed by particular needs. The technology also holds the potential to develop breakthrough interface systems between physical objects and living cells to allow interaction of modern electronic devices with biological systems. Years of extensive research and development in nanobiotechnology is now beginning to create new avenues for synthesis of cutting edge nanofabricated systems and devices for treating several acute ailments. Microfabrication is widely gaining acceptance as a potential process to develop miniature biological systems.
With nanobiotechnology emerging from the realm of pure research to be a more real world application driven technology, biotech companies, which hitherto exhibited hesitant unwillingness to invest in this hugely capital intensive, high risk, unexplored, and uncharted territory, are now showing keen interest in tapping into this space. As the most important technology of the 21st century with numerous new important applications in medicine, nanobiotechnology is poised for an indefinite period of healthy growth.
The European debt crisis and the surrounding fears over its playout have until now failed to impact the nanotechnology industry. Investments in R&D, order influx, production and sales continue to post encouraging growth despite the challenges related to availability of financing and capital funds. While several industries begin to feel the withdrawal symptoms of the austerity packages enforced in debt afflicted economies, the nanotechnology and related technology industries have continued to hold up. In other words, the broader uncertainties induced by the crisis has had a limited impact on R&D so far, given that cutting edge areas of science remain as one of the privileged areas in an economy German companies remain especially optimistic about future business outcomes than companies in other EU countries.
The European market is expected to hold on steady, primarily supported by the determination of players in this space to stay on the cutting edge despite the debt crisis and an uncertain economy. Companies, especially in high-end, expensive, advanced technology markets like nanotechnology are responding differently to the crisis as compared to the 2007-2009 recession, which witnessed significant drops in investments. This time around, companies in Europe are keen on retaining their focus on research and development, guided by the growing realization of the fact that competitors especially from developing Asian countries are coming in stronger as a result of globalization. The scale of innovation therefore needs to be maintained if claim to new riches in untapped market sectors needs to be successful. While political leaders continue to search for a solution for Europe’s predicament, the future remains largely uncertain and the potential outcomes of the crisis remain numerous. For instance, the hitherto witnessed cautious relief and relative optimism may ebb out. Currently, however, the outlook remains hopeful.
As stated by the new market research report on Nanobiotechnology, United States represents the largest market worldwide. The race to crack open the promises and potential of nanobiotechnology is tightening, with other economies around the world closing in on the US with the same fervor in investment commitments. Developed economies of United States, EU, and Japan, which hitherto dominated all nanotechnology R&D spending, will now witness the emergence of developing countries as strong potential laden players in the field of nanotechnology. Future growth, under this scenario, will be turbocharged by developing countries in Asia-Pacific. Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East are forecast to grow at a CAGR of 25.3%, over the analysis period.
Key players in the marketplace include Aduro BioTech, Arrowhead Research Corporation, Calando Pharmaceuticals Inc., Asklepios BioPharmaceutical Inc., Biosante Phosphate Pharmaceuticals Inc., Celgene Corporation, Elan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Flamel Technologies Inc., Gilead Sciences Inc., NanoBio Corporation, Nanophase Technologies Corporation, pSivida Ltd., Sigma Aldrich Company, Starpharma Holdings Ltd., Dendritic Nanotechnologies Inc., SkyePharma Pharmaceuticals, and Zyvex Instruments LLC.
The research report titled “Nanobiotechnology: A Global Strategic Business Report” announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a review of noteworthy market trends, growth drivers, issues, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic corporate developments. The study provides market estimates and projections in terms of annual revenues (in US$ Million) across product segments, such as, Nanomaterials (Solid Inorganic Nanoparticles, Nanocomposites, Nanostructured Materials & Membranes, Nanotubes and Fullerenes and Other Nanomaterials) and Nanodevices/Tools. Application segments covered include Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Medical Research and Others. Regional markets analyzed include USA, Japan, Europe and Rest of World markets.
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Hi
Not much more than whats available online...
but locations are real and CEO Is working hard pushing this forward...
Army and Air Force Push Solar Power into Quantum Territory
With Steve's previous experience with aircraft I think IMHO that there must be a link, gotta dig deeper.
http://cleantechnica.com/2012/01/21/army-and-air-force-push-solar-power-into-quantum-territory/
air force and army fund research on low cost solar power with quantum dotsThe Department of Defense has been on a roll with new solar energy installations, but the real action is going on behind the scenes in laboratories where DoD is quietly supporting research into low cost, lightweight solar cells enhanced with quantum dots. In the latest project, researchers from the Army Research Laboratory and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research have teamed up with the University of Buffalo to create a quantum-enhanced technology that could boost existing solar cell efficiency by up to 45 percent, and possibly more.
Quantum Dots and Solar Power
Quantum dots are microscopic crystals, less than a nanometer (one billionth of a meter) wide. Because of their extremely small size, quantum dots have unique properties that could revolutionize the production of cheap, ultra-efficient solar cells. They can be created through a chemical reaction that avoids the energy consumption and maintenance costs involved in fabricating that other important semiconductor in photovoltaic technology, silicon.
Army and Air Force Pursue Q-Dot Solar Tech
The University of Buffalo project involves increasing the efficiency of solar cells by embedding quantum dots within them, enabling the cells to capture more light from the infrared end of the spectrum. Other research teams are pursuing a similar path but the Buffalo team has added a new twist: their quantum dots are selectively “doped” to have a built-in charge, which makes them repel electrons that otherwise might be trapped. This enables more electrons to contribute to the electricity generated by the solar cell.
Low-Cost Solar Power From the Department of Defense to You, with Love
The Buffalo team has gotten well beyond the tinkering-around phase of its research and has founded a company called OPtoElectronic Nanodevices LLC. (OPEN LLC) to commercialize its technology, which it calls Q-BIC (quantum
dots are called Q-dots for short). Q-BICs can be applied to existing solar cells, so there is no need to spend additional time developing a platform in which to embed them. The next step is to get additional funding, if not from federal resources then from private investors, to get the technology in shape for mass production.
Source: Clean Technica (http://s.tt/15kWg)
http://www.kipnews.org/2012/01/26/a-satellite-defense-system-based-on-quantum-dot-technology/
This might be the reason everything has been on the down low...
A satellite defense system based on quantum dot technology
Warfare
Tags: GeoPolitics & Global Warfare, Military, Nano, quantum dot technology, Satellite, Space, Technology, US Patent
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(Nanowerk Spotlight) In April 2012, China successfully tested an Anti-satellite (ASAT) missile system by destroying their own defunct LEO satellite, which generated huge amounts of space debris. This ASAT test raised worldwide concerns about the vulnerability of satellites and other space assets and possibility of triggering an arms race in space. In order to meet emerging challenges posed by such ASAT missile systems, military strategists and researchers are developing novel technologies to protect their space assets.
In view of the above, Raytheon Company has developed a counter measure system using quantum dots to protect space assets such as satellites from missile attacks. They have developed a decoy consisting of quantum dots of different sizes and shapes that are engineered to emit radiation having a radiation profile similar to that of the asset.
This decoy is found to be more accurate in mimicking the radiation profile of the asset, thereby diverting the anti-satellite weapons from the target more efficiently than the existing conventional counter measure systems which use pyrolytic materials like Magnesium-Viton-Teflon (MVT) flares to generate intense radiation by means of an exothermic reaction. Such conventional counter measure systems are usually limited by the availability of oxygen in the space environment (for exothermic reactions) and they are inadequate in many aspects as new devices like Long Wavelength Infrared sensors (LWIR) are now able to easily differentiate between the decoy and the target spacecraft.
Protection systems for the growing number of satellites and other space assets against hostile threats and collisions should have the ability to precisely replicate the spectral signature of the target to act as an effective decoy. Quantum dots are well known for their size-dependent electro-optical properties, and by controlling the geometrical size, shape and the strength of the confinement potential, they can be easily tuned to emit radiation at desired wavelengths.
These quantum dots can be engineered to produce any kind of spectral signature by mixing different kinds (InSb, PbTe, HgTe, HgSe, CdTe, CdSe and CdS) and sizes in the required ratio so as to mimic the exact spectral signature of the target (Fig. 1).
Emission range of various quantum dot materials
Fig 1: Emission range of various quantum dot materials: Left end of each bar represents the resonant emission peak corresponding to a quantum dot of 3 nm size and the right end corresponds to the same material in bulk.
The researchers propose that such a mixture of quantum dots, when dispersed like a cloud in space, may act as an efficient decoy, making even the advanced sensor devices unable to differentiate between the target and the decoy. The cloud of quantum dots can be created either by exploding a small pack of quantum dots suspended in an inert gas (Argon/Helium) or by just spraying them from a storage tank.
Fig. 2 is a schematic of a counter measure system employing quantum dots to divert the missile attack from a spacecraft or a satellite. As can be seen, the space asset that is to be protected is monitored for threats by a ground tracking system which sends early warnings about a detected missile to the space control centers which in turn can activate the guardian satellite (a nanosatellite of less than 100 kg) orbiting in the co-orbit of the space asset. Upon activation the guardian satellite releases the cloud of quantum dots so as to trick the missile into seeking the decoy instead of the protected asset.
Schematic of an anti-satellite weapon countermeasure system
Fig 2: Schematic of a countermeasure system: Anti-satellite weapon seeks the decoy cloud of quantum dots instead of the target satellite.
Besides the above said set-up, this counter measure system employing quantum dots can also be implemented in any communication set-up that uses different sensors and warning systems.
Source: N. Mintz, M. Skidmore and K. Spariosu, “Countermeasure System and Method using Quantum Dots”, Patent No: US 7916065 B1, Date of Patent: March 29, 2011, (Filed on December 12, 2008), Assignee: Raytheon Company, USA
By I. Sophia Rani and Dr. Yashwant Mahajan, CKMNT. This article will be published in the upcoming January 2012 Issue of Nanotech Insights. For further information you may contact Yashwant Mahajan at mahajanyrm@gmail.com or mahajanyrm@ckmnt.com.
source; http://www.nanowerk.com
iPhone 5 Release Date 2012: Reasons Why June Launch Looks Plausible, But October Makes Sense Too
http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/324860/20120406/iphone-5-release-date-2012-june-launch.htm
IMHO i THINK QTMM'S superior dots are in the next iphone 5.
There was a time when the mid-year launch for Apple's flagship smartphone was almost an ironclad rule. But with the release of its fifth generation iPhone, the iPhone 4S, on Oct. 4, 2011, the Cupertino-based tech giant broke that tradition, making way for recent rumors that suggested the company might launch its sixth-gen iPhone, presumably named iPhone 5, in the second half of 2012. Thereby abandoning the mid-year launches and considering a 12-month iPhone upgrade cycle, starting in the fall.
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Japanese Apple-watcher website Macotakara came up with an interesting report earlier this week, in which it said that during a conversation on TV Tokyo's "World Business Satellite" (WBS) show, a Foxconn recruiter revealed that the company was hiring about 18,000 people to manufacture the iPhone 5 which would be sold in June.
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AppleInsider, taking the information, provided by a Foxconn recruitment officer, with a pinch of salt stated, "it's unclear how a low-level employee within the company would already know Apple's release schedule when the iPhone maker is notorious for its high level of secrecy."
A report in The Motley Fool also seemed concerned about Apple's secrecy and said that the iPhone-maker would never confirm or deny such a loose-lipped leak. "It may not necessarily be true. Even if the first iPhone 5 handsets begin rolling off the Foxconn assembly line in June, it could still be weeks or months before the retail release takes place," the report added.
However, the report didn't completely ignore the possibilities and mentioned a few reasons why a June iPhone 5 release would make "perfect" sense.
Apple Has Historically Released iPhones in June or July
Apple introduced the first generation iPhone in June 2007. Same was the case with its successor, iPhone 3G, a year later. The company stuck to June again with releases of the iPhone 3GS in 2009 and the iPhone 4 in 2010. Then came the major exception, the iPhone 4S, hitting stores way back in October, last year.
While there was no clear reason for the delayed release of the iPhone 4S, many analysts think that it was Apple's failed attempt at executing 4G LTE technology into the phone that held back the much-awaited launch.
4G LTE is Here Now
Assuming that deployment of 4G LTE was indeed the reason behind the delayed release of the iPhone 4S, the next iPhone looks fit to be released in June since the technology is now well established. After Apple confirmed the 4G LTE inclusion in the new iPad, a number of sources have stated that the upcoming model of the iPhone will also incorporate the same technology.
"AT&T and Verizon are finally far enough in their 4G rollouts to support Apple's dreams of faster connectivity," The Motley Fool report said. "If the iPad can now do it, so can a properly equipped iPhone."
Nokia Lumia 900: May Not Be a Threat, But Could Make a Dent
Taking both Nokia's and Microsoft's hope forward, the new Nokia Lumia 900 is all set to hit AT&T store shelves Sunday at a price tag of $99 with a two-year contract. Running on Windows Phone 7.5 Mango, the smartphone features an eye-catching unibody design, coupled with key features like LTE support, vivid 4.3-inch screen and an 8-megapixel camera.
Though Apple isn't afraid of Microsoft or Nokia, the new Windows phone could make a dent, considering that it's "Microsoft's boldest bet yet on its fledgling mobile operating system." Besides that, the phone's attractive price can also make a huge difference.
If Nokia Lumia 900 does gain any kind of traction, Apple would like to take the wind out of the device's sales by releasing the iPhone 5 sooner than later.
solterra Renewable Technologies Signs Memorandum Of Understanding With Access2Flow To Develop Revolutionary, Cost-Effective Mass Production Of Quantum Dots
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hague-corp-subsidiary-solterra-renewable-technologies-signs-memorandum-of-understanding-with-access2flow-to-develop-revolutionary-cost-effective-mass-production-of-quantum-dots-62212907.html
Hague Corp. Subsidiary Solterra Renewable Technologies Signs Memorandum Of Understanding With Access2Flow To Develop Revolutionary, Cost-Effective Mass Production Of Quantum Dots
TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Hague Corp.'s (OTC Bulletin Board: HGUE), wholly owned subsidiary Solterra Renewable Technologies, Inc., has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Netherlands-based Access2Flow Holdings BV to develop a low-cost continuous process for mass producing quantum dots that will revolutionize the economics of quantum dot and solar cell production.
Under the terms of the MOU, Access2Flow, a joint venture of FutureChemistry Holding BV and Flowid BV, will adapt its highly regarded, proven chemical flow technology to create a machine that will produce quantum dots in multi-kilogram quantities per day versus current technology that only produces grams per day.
CEO Stephen Squires of Solterra Technologies said, "Bringing these two disruptive technologies together changes the world of quantum dot production and puts Solterra in the lead. It enables Solterra to escalate present production from mere grams per day to a process that is capable of producing quantum dots 24 hours per day, 7 days a week."
Squires said that Access2Flow has determined that Solterra's quantum dot synthesis technology is uniquely suited for this transition from batch processing to a continuous flow process. Access2Flow's pioneering work in continuous flow chemistry is in the forefront of the "lab to factory" concept, process optimization and tight quality control that is required for implementation of commercial-scale production of quantum dots.
Solterra will own all intellectual property resulting from the optimization efforts, in line with Solterra's long-term business objective to broaden its technology offerings in quantum dot-based products and advanced materials, he added.
A key barrier in commercial development of quantum dot technologies has been price. Quantum dots can cost from $3,000 to $10,000 per gram, restricting their use to highly specialized applications, according to Nature Magazine June 2009 "Quantum Dots Go Large."
Squires also noted that low-cost materials and this advanced continuous flow chemistry provide a path to high quality affordable quantum dots to enable rapid commercialization of solar cells, flexible displays, flash memory devices and LED lighting.
According to BCC Research, the global market for quantum dot (QD) technology is expected to increase at a compound annual rate of nearly 91 percent over the next five years, and be worth $721.1 million in 2013.
Squires said that Solterra is planning to leapfrog solar cell production capacity that remains fairly limited and expensive, by implementation of non silicon based high-throughput printing techniques for its quantum dot solar cells to eventually exceed gigawatt-scale yearly production.
He explained that availability of raw material input for competing silicon-based solar cells has been an issue in recent years, and the amount of silicon wafers necessary for even 100 megawatts is quite substantial.
To put everything in perspective, Squires explained, "When running 24/7, our projections show that the continuous quantum dot synthesis will not only supply our needs for hundreds, if not thousands, of megawatts in solar cell production, but will also provide the capacity to expand on our plans to bring affordable quantum dots to market for non-solar uses."
He continued, "Quantum dots are showing incredible potential in so many different and exciting product applications. Yet, due to production limitations, prices have been high, and yearly consumption is easily measured in kilograms. Just like our plans for dramatic increases in solar cell production, we believe that this breakthrough with Access2Flow will help us to attain daily and weekly sales amounts that used to take an entire year to achieve."
About Hague Corp./Solterra Renewable Technologies, Inc.
Solterra is singularly positioned to lead the development of truly sustainable and cost-effective solar technology as the first company to introduce a new dimension of cost reduction by replacing silicon wafer-based solar cells with low-cost, highly efficient Quantum Dot-based solar cells.
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This company has a disruptive technology, cannot wait until next q`s. Mods thank you so much for your wonderfull job for QTTM. Even if your not getting paid for this, this is truly amazing what you are doing. Keep it up.
I LOVE QTMM. This company will destroy anything in its path. Wait till summer solstice.
GLTA
I wish this company especially that's it's from where I live!
If you do find a link please post it. I doubt it if people payed to go to this, they wouldn't just post it on you tube.
They havent produced squat. the word 'develop' is used often.
Nanoco will be the only manufacturing company to make commercial quantities of quantum dots with the added benefit of producing them without the use of rare, costly and potentially poisonous heavy metals. They are the only RoHS compliant quantum dots.
http://hexus.net/tech/news/displays/37225-nanocos-quantum-dot-solace/
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Go Focus, Go!
If you call my pov bashing then you are blind. You haven't seen bashing I'm not even close to that.
Good luck to you.
yes your relentless dedication & involvement.
This has been the most mickey mouse stock I have invested in, I got burned in other investments also but this one just makes me smile.
And I'm it for long at this stage, and I'm not gonna zip it to keep you all happy.
have a good evening.
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