Homerun Resources Inc. One-Step Laser Process Produces Ultra-Pure 99.999% Silica from Raw Sand

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Homerun Resources has collaborated with UC Davis to develop a femtosecond thermal laser process that purifies raw silica sand to 99.999% purity. This single-step method, requiring no hazardous chemicals, is both energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. The process, which can purify sand in just two hours, holds significant potential for producing ultra-pure silica for use in semiconductor chips, solar cells, and other high-tech applications. The raw silica sample used in the process was sourced from Homerun's Belmonte Project in Bahia, Brazil. While promising, these results are pending independent verification and a patent application is ongoing.

Positive

• The femtosecond thermal laser process achieves 99.999% silica purity.
• Purification process avoids hazardous chemicals and energy-intensive machinery.
• Potential applications include semiconductors, solar cells, and advanced electronics.
• The process can purify silica in as little as two hours.
• Sourced raw silica from Homerun's Belmonte Project in Brazil.

Negative

• Testing results have not been independently verified.
• The process is still subject to patent application.

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 19, 2024) - Homerun Resources Inc. (TSXV: HMR) (OTCQB: HMRFF) ("Homerun" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that researchers at UC Davis in collaboration with Homerun have developed a femtosecond thermal laser processing method to purify raw silica sand to a level of 99.999% purity. The single step thermal method uses a femtosecond laser that involves subtle structural and optical phenomena controlled by multiple process parameters. Skillful variation of these conditions produces various topographical features (such as cones and ripples) and microstructural changes (including recombination, oxidation, and amorphization) which depend on specific laser parameters like number and intensity of pulses. The prospect of further adaptation and development of the treatment variables is a vast area of research and major proprietary product development theme.

Subhash H. Risbud, Distinguished Professor, Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Davis, stated, "These very exciting results from the current research work with Homerun, have revealed for the first time how a single step laser process can convert raw impure sand samples in as little as two hours to a silica purity level of 99.999%. The thermal laser process used not only avoids the use of hazardous chemicals but also eliminates the need for energy-intensive machinery typically used in mechanical and chemical purification. This laser process is notable for its versatility as the production demands of new semiconductor chip substrates transition from conventional silicon to SiC and other wider bandgap materials. The foundation for these technologies-on-the-horizon are economically produced powders of ultra-pure silica convertible to Silicon, Silicon carbide, Si-nitride and Oxynitrides and Oxycarbides. The broad range of applications of these new materials will make a dramatic impact on the business world of products based on electronic and photonic chips, battery anodes, solar cells, glass and high temperature refractories for steel and metal alloys."

"This purification process used a raw silica sand sample from our Belmonte Project, in Bahia, Brazil. We did not use any chemical reagents and therefore we generate no polluting waste. If the energy source is renewable, then this is a completely green process. This all adds incredible value in silica materials applications where the product requires high levels of purity. These techniques, after the necessary improvements, can create an opportunity to produce special glass used in medical, pharmaceutical and other industries and furthermore, high purity silica-based materials used in electronics, photonics and other similar technology and energy applications," stated Dr. Mauro Cesar Terence, CTO of Homerun.

These testing results have not been independently verified and will be the subject of a Homerun Patent Application, which is in process.

About Homerun Resources (https://homerunresources.com/)

Homerun Resources is focused on the development of its business within the critical and energy materials sectors. With a steadfast commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and building shareholder value, Homerun Resources is poised to make a lasting impact in these industries.

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Homerun Resources Inc.

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FAQ

What is the new silica purification process developed by Homerun Resources and UC Davis?

Homerun Resources and UC Davis have developed a femtosecond thermal laser process that purifies raw silica sand to 99.999% purity without using hazardous chemicals.

How pure is the silica produced by Homerun Resources' new laser process?

The new laser process developed by Homerun Resources produces silica with a 99.999% purity level.

What are the potential applications of the ultra-pure silica produced by Homerun Resources?

Potential applications include semiconductor chips, solar cells, electronic and photonic devices, battery anodes, glass, and high-temperature refractories.

How long does it take for the new laser process to purify silica sand?

The new femtosecond thermal laser process can purify silica sand in as little as two hours.

Where was the raw silica sample used in Homerun Resources' new process sourced from?

The raw silica sample used was sourced from Homerun Resources' Belmonte Project in Bahia, Brazil.

Has the new laser process developed by Homerun Resources been independently verified?

No, the testing results have not yet been independently verified.

Is the new femtosecond thermal laser process by Homerun Resources under patent?

Yes, the process is currently subject to a patent application.