SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING SHIELDING STRUCTURE

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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING SHIELDING STRUCTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240159802 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING SHIELDING STRUCTURE

Simplified Explanation

The semiconductor device described in the abstract includes a sensing voltage line and a first internal voltage line that work together to transfer voltages between different circuit areas while shielding the sensing voltage line.

The sensing voltage line transfers a sensing voltage from the second circuit area to the first circuit area.
The first internal voltage line transfers an internal voltage generated by a voltage driver in the first circuit area using the sensing voltage provided through the sensing voltage line to the second circuit area and shields the sensing voltage line.

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in various semiconductor devices where precise voltage transfer and shielding are required, such as in sensors, memory devices, and communication systems.

Problems Solved

1. Efficient transfer of sensing voltages between different circuit areas. 2. Shielding of sensing voltage lines to prevent interference.

Benefits

1. Improved accuracy and reliability of voltage transfer. 2. Enhanced performance of semiconductor devices. 3. Reduced interference and noise in voltage signals.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing Voltage Transfer and Shielding Technology for Semiconductor Devices

Possible Prior Art

Prior art in the field of semiconductor devices may include similar techniques for voltage transfer and shielding, but specific implementations may vary.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact power consumption in semiconductor devices?

The abstract does not provide information on the power consumption implications of this technology.

Are there any limitations to the voltage transfer distance using this technology?

The abstract does not address any potential limitations on the distance over which voltages can be effectively transferred using this technology.

Original Abstract Submitted

a semiconductor device includes a sensing voltage line disposed between a first circuit area and a second circuit area, and configured to transfer a sensing voltage detected in the second circuit area to the first circuit area; and a first internal voltage line disposed between the first circuit area and the second circuit area, configured to transfer an internal voltage, generated by a voltage driver of the first circuit area using the sensing voltage provided through the sensing voltage line, to the second circuit area and configured to shield the sensing voltage line.