18438882. LATERAL BIPOLAR TRANSISTORS WITH GATE STRUCTURE ALIGNED TO EXTRINSIC BASE simplified abstract (GlobalFoundries U.S. Inc.)
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LATERAL BIPOLAR TRANSISTORS WITH GATE STRUCTURE ALIGNED TO EXTRINSIC BASE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Judson R. Holt of Ballston Lake NY (US)
Vibhor Jain of Williston VT (US)
Alexander M. Derrickson of Saratoga Springs NY (US)
LATERAL BIPOLAR TRANSISTORS WITH GATE STRUCTURE ALIGNED TO EXTRINSIC BASE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18438882 titled 'LATERAL BIPOLAR TRANSISTORS WITH GATE STRUCTURE ALIGNED TO EXTRINSIC BASE
The present disclosure pertains to a lateral bipolar transistor and methods of manufacture, involving an extrinsic base region, an emitter region, a collector region, and a gate structure with a gate oxide and gate control in the same channel region as the extrinsic base region.
- Lateral bipolar transistor structure
- Methods of manufacture for the transistor
- Extrinsic base region
- Emitter region on one side of the extrinsic base region
- Collector region on the other side of the extrinsic base region
- Gate structure with gate oxide and gate control in the same channel region as the extrinsic base region
Potential Applications: - Semiconductor industry - Electronics manufacturing - Power management systems
Problems Solved: - Improved performance of bipolar transistors - Enhanced efficiency in power management systems
Benefits: - Higher transistor efficiency - Better power management capabilities - Increased reliability in electronic devices
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Lateral Bipolar Transistor for Enhanced Power Management" This technology can be utilized in various commercial applications such as: - Consumer electronics - Automotive industry - Renewable energy systems
Questions about Lateral Bipolar Transistors: 1. How does the gate structure impact the performance of the transistor?
The gate structure with gate oxide and gate control helps control the flow of current in the transistor, enhancing its efficiency.
2. What are the key advantages of using a lateral bipolar transistor in power management systems?
Lateral bipolar transistors offer higher efficiency and reliability, making them ideal for power management applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure relates to semiconductor structures and, more particularly, to a lateral bipolar transistor and methods of manufacture. The structure includes: an extrinsic base region; an emitter region on a first side of the extrinsic base region; a collector region on a second side of the extrinsic base region; and a gate structure comprising a gate oxide and a gate control in a same channel region as the extrinsic base region.
