Preparation Questions:

Item to Be Described (product and use)
The OLED, Organic Light Emitting Diode, is the newest addition to the LED line of equipment. This new piece of equipment is the first ever design that allows the capability for High Definition TVs to be 80 inches wide, less than a quarter inch, and be rolled up when you’re not using it. This possibility and many more are capable through the solid-state devices of OLED. Composed of thin films of organic modules, OLEDs create light with the application of electrify. With this process, LEDs are taken to the next level when it comes to clarity and power efficiency.

Audience (retail consumer, industrial expert, or other)
The intended audience will be a retail consumer who is an expert technician or an experienced user with similar equipment. The audience will have some background knowledge but they are uniformed of the actual makeup of the OLEDs. These individuals want to know the technology behind the OLEDs and if it is worth their while to purchase the equipment.

Purpose (Why is the document being produced?)
This document is being produced to better inform the above audience. The overall purpose is to fully outline the OLED Mechanism and to allow the above audience to understand the advantages of the equipment compared to others that are out in the market. At the end, by informing the audience of the complete layout of the OLED, their interest will have improved and their chances of purchasing the piece of equipment will have increased

Type of Document and Style (retail manual, industrial product description, other; second person friendly style, third-person indicative style, other)
The Mechanism report will be written in the style of a retail brochure. Not only will the brochure be informative, but technical terms will be clearly outlined so full knowledge of the OLED can occur. In addition, the format will follow a friendly tone

Outline:

Introduction

Purpose of the Report: To fully inform the intended audience about the significance and advantages of the up and coming technology of OLEDs, Organic Light Emitting Diodes. In addition to the detail surrounding the new technology of OLEDs, this report will tempt to persuade the intended audience to purchase this product for any of the applications that are using the current state of OLEDs.

Importance of the Item to the Reader: Due to the fact that the audience who will be a retail customer that has some knowledge on the product, the product will be a fascinating upgrade to what they are currently used to; LED or LCD display applications. The advantages heavily outweigh the disadvantages when it comes to the OLED technology and because this audience is already highly interested similar but not as potential products, the technology will spark their interest of purchasing.

General Description of the Item: OLEDs, Organic Light Emitting Diodes, is a product that can emit light in the response to an electric current. Less than the size of a piece of hair and working without a backlight, deep vivid colors can be generated that are much more enhanced of that of a LCD. Working with an anode, a cathode, and two organic molecular layers, negative charged electrons move through this device to produce the vivid light that was described. Currently OLEDs can be used in televisions screens, computer monitors, mobile phones, and PDAs. In addition, other applications include clothing in which these OLEDs can be rolled up.

List of Major Physical Parts 1) Clear Plastic Substrate 2) Anode 3) Cathode 4) Emissive Organic Molecular Layer 5) Conductive Organic Molecular Layer

Body
Part 1: Clear Plastic Substrate: This is the structure of any OLED. It supports all the layers and organic modules that make up the entire OLED structure. It is usually a clear plastic, glass, or foil substance that is applied to the layers by a variety of manufacturing techniques. There is also, in some particular situations, at top seal which is usually made of glass. Remember, the size of this is 100 to 500 nanometers thick.

Part 2: The Two Electrodes: These two components are the drivers of the OLED. The anode removes electrons in which the current will add holes into the organic molecular layer. This is possible when a current is running through the device and the anode is positive with respect to the cathode. A current of electrons will flow through the device from the cathode. (Electrons are negatively charged).

Part 3: Molecular Levels: These two layers, which consist of organic molecules and polymers that are made out of plastic, are placed in the middle of the OLED. One of the layers is a conductive layer that transports the electrons to the anode. The other layer, the emissive layer, is made of different plastic molecules that transport electrons from the cathode. This is where the light is created

Part 4: No Backlight: When it comes to an advantage, OLED do not need backlights to produce any light or power in screen applications. This differs from the LCDs, in which the light emitted from these screen applications comes from a backlight that hinders the true color of black.

Part 5: Device Architectures: The OLED has several different architectures in which different Applications can benefit from. For an example, Passive Matrix OLED, have strips of cathodes, organic layers and strips of anode, which create greater pixel resolution. Due to the high consumption in power, these types are used in cell phones and PDAs. There are several other architectures suited for everyone’s need.

Conclusion (How do the main parts and their most important characteristics contribute to the functioning of the mechanism?)

Point 1: By having the reduced size and flexible plastic molecular substances, OLED displays can be can be easily moved and new applications such as the roll-up screens embedded in clothes or other fabrics. Instead of being glass, this plastic substance also allows for great brightness and enhanced resolution.

Point 2: With the capability of not having a backlight, larger fields of view are possible. OLED can span to a 170 degrees view by producing their own light. On the other hand, LCDs work by blocking light so their viewing obstacle range is limited. In addition, with the function of no backlight, OLED consume much less power

Point 3: Because OLEDs can be produced with different architectures, several applications can be explored with OLEDs where LCD and LED displays could not function. A great example is clothing. OLEDs, due to their plastic and organic molecular substances, can be rolled up similar to the picture below. In The possibility for new applications is also based on the ease of production. Currently, OLEDs are easier to produce and with much larger sizes.

Flashlight Questions:

Before you begin writing the rough draft, consider the following document. It is the body of a report that was sent back for revision. It is supposed to be a mechanism description of a flashlight that was written to enable the Product Development Division to consider ways to design a new product.

Case

The case is the main body of the flashlight. It holds the contents of the light and protects them from damage. The case is usually made of metal or plastic.

Top

The top screws onto the case and holds the contents in the case. The top is made of plastic.

Switch

The switch is used to turn on and off the light. The switch connects the circuit together inside the light, which makes the light operate.

Spring

The spring is used to keep the batteries in contact with each other and also in contact with the bulb.

Batteries

The batteries are the power supply for the flashlight.

Bulb

The bulb may be the most important part because it emits the light and without it the flashlight would be worthless.

Bulb Keeper

The bulb keeper holds the bulb inside the reflector, and it also keeps it in the right position for the best reflection.

Reflector

The reflector focuses the light from a bulb into a directional beam.

Lens

The lens protects the bulb from being broken. The lens is made of glass or plastic.

The writer included the following conclusion:

Conclusion

A flashlight is a handy tool that enables one to see in the dark. I have discussed in this report the physical appearance and parts of a flashlight.

How would you suggest that the writer revise the body of this document in the following areas:

Style:
I would suggest writing the body of the document in a clear organized fashion in which each part of the flashlight follows a logical manner. The above descriptions are styled correctly, however they follow no logical manner. Grouping should be considered.

Physical Description:
Each part should be described in full detail but technical terms without definitions should be avoided. The body should be easily understandable and should contain all details about the associated parts of the flashlight. The above descriptions are too vague and the more detail is need. Dimensions, advantages, finish, and texture should all be included.

Paragraphing:
Each part of the flashlight should be organized in a fashion that follows suit with the collaboration with the other parts of the flashlight. Each paragraph could be designated to each part, however I believe this is not necessary.

Sentence Structure:
Sentences in the above body are short and right to the point. However, the sentences are too vague and offer very little description of the actual part. I advise to be more elaborate and expand upon the sentences that were listed. I also advise to incorporate lists with the details and to provide examples in the sentences to make the structure more profound.

Wording:
Like stated above, the wording is too basic. When I read the body, I asked myself, “How does this flashlight differ from others?” The wording offered no new description to the flashlight that caught my eye or interest. By providing more detail and improvement suggestions, the wording could have actually aided the Product Development Division revise a new product.

Why would you, as manager of the New Products Division, accept or reject this document?
If I was a manager of the New Products Division, I would reject the current state of the document. The current state is too vague and has not enough descriptive detail to lead me to believe that a new product can be derived from the information that was provided. Even though the author put some detail, there was no clear descriptive style that was prevalent in the writing. I did not know if the body was intended for retail or an industrial type of audience. Overall though, even though the nature of the description for the flashlight was presented with some detail, the overall body was very uninformative and I would have to reject the document.

(The introduction was consistent with the rest of the document.)

Rough Draft:

The evolutionary OLED, Organic Light Emitting Diode, has finally arrived. This solid and dependable product is unlike anything that has been developed before. With this brochure, you will be fully informed about the detail behind the OLED and what benefits there are with this device. Overall, the Molecular OLED is the newest addition to the LED (Light Emitting Diodes). With computer monitors, television screens, and other display applications in mind, the OLED will allow one to view a display with greater flexibility and clarity with the consumption of less power. Made of a solid state semiconductor that is 100 to 500 nanometers thick, this new product is smaller than a human hair. With this in mind, the OLED is fully equipped with the following components

• A clear plastic substrate (the supporting structure) • Electrons (The driver of the light) • The Anode (Positively Charged) • The Cathode (Negatively Charged) • The Emissive Organic Layer • The Conductive Organic Layer

The entire body of the OLED and how light is generated can be seen in figure 1 below. From a body standpoint, the entire OLED structure sits on a clear plastic substrate that is neutral to the whole process of the development of light. With an outside electrical current, electrons flow from the cathode, which is negatively charged in relation to the negative electrons, to the anode, positively charged. When these electrons are transferred, they flow through the organic molecular layers which are given to the emissive layer and are removed from the conductive layer. When these electrons leave the conductive layer, holes are left behind that need to be filled with electrons in the emissive layer. As the holes recombine with the electrons in the emissive layer, the electrons release extra energy in the form of light. Depending on the organic molecules used in the emissive layer, different forms of light can be seen when the electrons gives off its energy.
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Figure 1: HowStuffWorks.com “OLED Light Generation”

Other than the process of the OLED itself, there are many operational features that are very beneficial and have advantages over other similar products such as LEDs and LCDs. With its size being less than a human hair, the OLED is fully equipped with the following features: • No Backlight (Broader Viewing Range / Deeper color of Black) • Extremely Light Weight with Flexible Plastic Substances • Improved Brightness • Less Consumption of Power • Faster Response time

As the different layers are composed of organic, mostly carbon based, plastic substances, OLED applications can actually be flexible to the point where displays can be “rolled up”, similar to a piece of paper. See figure 2 below. With this capability, applications of OLED have expanded beyond belief. From paper thin 80 inch televisions, to screen displays on clothing, having OLED displays are beginning to outweigh the LED technology. Instead of glass, you have light weight flexible plastic. Instead of 2 and 16 ms response time, OLEDs have less than 0.01 ms response time. This provides an overall better resolution and picture display for viewing applications.

Figure 2: Sony.com “Demonstration of a 4.1” Sony Prototype”

The overall advantages will really make the viewing application process a better experience for anyone. All you have to do is sit back relax and enjoy the clarity of the OLED technology process. In addition, there are many different types of OLEDs to meet everyone’s needs. From Passive-matrix, to transparent OLEDs, limited applications have become a part of the past. Take advantage of this product so you can start enjoying the beneficial features now.

Final Draft:

The evolutionary OLED, Organic Light Emitting Diode is a one of a kind product that can be used for several viewing applications. This solid and dependable product is unlike anything that has been developed before. Overall, the Molecular OLED is the newest addition to the LED (Light Emitting Diodes). With computer monitors, television screens, and other display applications in mind, the OLED will allow one to view a display with greater flexibility and clarity with the consumption of less power. Made of a solid state semiconductor that is 100 to 500 nanometers thick, this new product is smaller than a human hair. With this brochure, you will be fully informed about the detail behind the OLED along with what benefits there are with this device and the associated applications that can be used. To start, the OLED is fully equipped with the following components

• A clear plastic substrate (the supporting structure) • Electrons (The driver of the light) • The Anode (Positively Charged) • The Cathode (Negatively Charged) • The Emissive Organic Layer • The Conductive Organic Layer [pic] • Figure 1: HowStuffWorks.com “OLED Light Generation”

An outline of the OLED structure and a step by step process of how light is generated can be seen in Figure 1 above. From a body standpoint, the entire OLED structure sits on a clear plastic substrate that is neutral to the whole process of the development of light. Think of it as the foundation for the OLED structure. When an outside electrical force flows through the OLED arrangement, electrons (negatively charged) flow from the cathode to the anode. When these electrons are transferred, they flow through the organic molecular layers which are given to the emissive layer and are removed from the conductive layer. As these electrons leave the conductive layer, holes are left behind that need to be filled with electrons from the emissive layer. While the holes jump to the emissive layer, they are recombined with the electrons in the emissive layer. With this reconnection, the electrons release extra energy in the form of light. Depending on the organic molecules used in the emissive layer, different forms of light can be seen when the electrons gives off its energy. This provides the color spectrum we are all aware of.

With this background knowledge and the understanding of the production of light from an OLED, there are also many operational features that are very beneficial. In addition, there are many advantages over other similar products such as LEDs and LCDs. With its size being less than a human hair, the OLED is fully equipped with the following features: • No Backlight (Broader Viewing Range / Deeper color of Black) • Extremely Light Weight with Flexible Plastic Substances • Improved Brightness • Less Consumption of Power • Faster Response time

As the different layers are composed of organic, mostly carbon based, plastic substances, OLED applications can actually be flexible to the point where displays can be “rolled up”, similar to a piece of paper. See figure 2 below. With this capability, applications of OLED have expanded beyond belief. From paper thin 80 inch televisions, to screen displays on clothing, having OLED displays are beginning to outweigh the LED technology. Instead of glass, you have light weight flexible plastic. Instead of 2 and 16 ms response time, OLEDs have less than 0.01 ms response time. This provides an overall better resolution and picture display for viewing applications.

The overall advantages will really make the viewing application process a better experience for anyone. All you have to do is sit back relax and enjoy the clarity of the OLED technology process. In addition, there are many different types of OLEDs to meet everyone’s needs. From Passive-matrix, to transparent OLEDs, limited applications have become a part of the past. Take advantage of this product so you can start enjoying the beneficial features now. Personally, I would recommend anyone to purchase viewing applications with the OLED technology. One won’t understand the true benefits till they have seen it up and personal.

Figure 2: Sony.com “Demonstration of a 4.1” Sony Prototype”