17814085. IMAGE SENSOR simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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IMAGE SENSOR
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IMAGE SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17814085 titled 'IMAGE SENSOR
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an image sensor with a variable filter layer that can adjust the amount of light transmitted through the sensor.
- The variable filter layer includes multiple first electrodes, a first electro-optical material layer, a light-transmitting electrode, a second electro-optical material layer, and multiple second electrodes.
- The first electrodes extend in one direction and have a certain width in another direction.
- The first electro-optical material layer is placed on top of the first electrodes.
- A light-transmitting electrode is then placed on the first electro-optical material layer.
- A second electro-optical material layer is placed on top of the light-transmitting electrode.
- Finally, multiple second electrodes are placed on the second electro-optical material layer, extending in the second direction and having a certain width in the first direction.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Image sensors in digital cameras and smartphones.
- Surveillance cameras and security systems.
- Medical imaging devices.
- Industrial inspection and quality control systems.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Allows for adjustable light transmission in an image sensor, providing better control over exposure and image quality.
- Enables the sensor to adapt to different lighting conditions, improving performance in various environments.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved image quality and accuracy.
- Enhanced control over exposure and lighting conditions.
- Versatility in different environments and lighting conditions.
- Potential for smaller and more compact image sensor designs.
Original Abstract Submitted
An image sensor includes a substrate including a plurality of photoelectric conversion elements and a variable filter layer disposed on the substrate. The variable filter layer includes a plurality of first electrodes extending in a first direction, and having a first width in a second direction, a first electro-optical material layer disposed on the plurality of first electrodes, a light-transmitting electrode disposed on the first electro-optical material layer, a second electro-optical material layer disposed on the light-transmitting electrode, and a plurality of second electrodes disposed on the second electro-optical material layer, extending in the second direction, and having a second width in the first direction.
