18139013. 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 18139013 titled 'IMAGE SENSOR
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an image sensor that consists of two groups of pixels arranged in a substrate. The first pixel group is capable of sensing light of two different colors, while the second pixel group can sense light of two other colors. Each group is further divided into sub-groups, and all the pixels are arranged in rows and columns.
- The image sensor includes two pixel groups, each capable of sensing different colors of light.
- The first pixel group has sub-groups for sensing the first and second colors, while the second pixel group has sub-groups for sensing the third and fourth colors.
- The pixels in each sub-group are arranged in rows and columns.
Potential Applications:
- This image sensor technology can be used in digital cameras, smartphones, and other devices that capture images.
- It can improve color accuracy and image quality by capturing a wider range of colors.
Problems Solved:
- Traditional image sensors may have limitations in capturing a wide range of colors accurately.
- This technology solves the problem by dividing the pixels into different sub-groups, each specialized in sensing specific colors.
Benefits:
- Enhanced color accuracy and image quality.
- Improved performance in low-light conditions.
- Increased versatility in capturing a wider range of colors.
Potential Applications
- Digital cameras
- Smartphones
- Surveillance systems
- Medical imaging devices
Problems Solved
- Limited color accuracy in traditional image sensors
- Difficulty in capturing a wide range of colors accurately
Benefits
- Improved color accuracy and image quality
- Enhanced performance in low-light conditions
- Increased versatility in capturing a wider range of colors
Original Abstract Submitted
In some embodiments of the present disclosure, an image sensor includes a first pixel group and a second pixel group disposed in a substrate. The first pixel group includes a first plurality of first sub-groups configured to sense first light of a first color, and a plurality of second sub-groups configured to sense second light of a second color. The second pixel group is arranged adjacent to the first pixel group and includes a second plurality of first sub-groups configured to sense fourth light of the first color, and a plurality of third sub-groups configured to sense third light of a third color. Each of the first plurality of first sub-groups, the second plurality of first sub-groups, the plurality of second sub-groups, and the plurality of third sub-groups including pixels arranged in corresponding N rows and M columns, N and M being positive integers greater than one.
