Canon kabushiki kaisha (20240321734). SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE AND APPARATUS simplified abstract
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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE AND APPARATUS
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HIROSHI Sekine of Kanagawa (JP)
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE AND APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240321734 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE AND APPARATUS
The semiconductor device described in the abstract includes a semiconductor layer with first and second surfaces, a first insulator on the first surface, and a second insulator on the second surface. The semiconductor layer is divided into first and second portions by a trench, with each portion having regions of different conductivity types at the surfaces.
- The first portion includes a first region of a first conductivity type at the first surface and a second region of a second conductivity type at the second surface.
- The second portion includes a third region of the first conductivity type at the first surface and a fourth region of the second conductivity type at the second surface.
- A first conductive path connects the first and third regions in the first insulator, while a second conductive path connects the second and fourth regions in the second insulator.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in semiconductor devices for various electronic applications. - It may find applications in integrated circuits, sensors, and other electronic components.
Problems Solved: - Provides a way to electrically separate different regions within a semiconductor layer. - Enables the creation of complex semiconductor structures with precise electrical connections.
Benefits: - Allows for more efficient and compact semiconductor device designs. - Enhances the performance and functionality of electronic devices.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Semiconductor Device Technology for Electronics Industry This technology has the potential to revolutionize the electronics industry by enabling the development of more advanced and efficient semiconductor devices. It could lead to the creation of smaller, faster, and more reliable electronic components, benefiting various sectors such as telecommunications, computing, and consumer electronics.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the trench in the semiconductor layer help in separating different regions? 2. What are the specific advantages of having regions of different conductivity types in the semiconductor layer?
Original Abstract Submitted
a semiconductor device that includes a semiconductor layer including first and second surfaces, a first insulator arranged on the first surface and a second insulator arranged on the second surface is provided. the semiconductor layer includes first and second portions which are electrically separated in the semiconductor layer by a trench. the first portion includes a first region of a first conductivity type at the first surface and a second region of a second conductivity type at the second surface. the second portion includes a third region of the first conductivity type at the first surface and a fourth region of the second conductivity type at the second main surface. a first conductive path connected the first and third regions is arranged in the first insulator and a second conductive path connected the second and fourth regions is arranged in the second insulator.
