Taiwan semiconductor manufacturing company, ltd. (20240377660). OPTICAL DEVICES AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE simplified abstract
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OPTICAL DEVICES AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE
Organization Name
taiwan semiconductor manufacturing company, ltd.
Inventor(s)
Tien-Lin Shen of Taipei City (TW)
Wei-Heng Lin of Taipei City (TW)
Hsing-Kuo Hsia of Jhubei City (TW)
OPTICAL DEVICES AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240377660 titled 'OPTICAL DEVICES AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes an optical device and method of manufacture involving forming layers of optical material in a stair-step pattern.
- The method includes forming a first layer of optical material.
- Patterning the first layer into a stair-step pattern.
- Depositing a dielectric material onto the stair-step pattern.
- Forming a second layer of optical material over the dielectric material and within the stair-step pattern.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Formation of layers in a stair-step pattern for optical devices.
- Use of dielectric material in the manufacturing process.
- Precise patterning of optical material for enhanced performance.
Potential Applications: This technology could be used in:
- Optical communication systems.
- Imaging devices.
- Photonic integrated circuits.
Problems Solved:
- Improved optical performance.
- Enhanced light manipulation.
- Increased efficiency in optical devices.
Benefits:
- Higher quality optical devices.
- Improved signal transmission.
- Enhanced imaging capabilities.
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial uses include:
- Telecommunications industry.
- Medical imaging devices.
- Research laboratories.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to optical devices, dielectric materials, and patterning techniques in the field of optics.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about advancements in optical materials, manufacturing techniques, and applications in the field of photonics.
Questions about Optical Devices: 1. How does the stair-step pattern enhance optical performance? 2. What are the advantages of using dielectric materials in optical devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
an optical device and method of manufacture is presented. in embodiments a method includes forming a first layer of optical material, patterning the first layer into a stair-step pattern, depositing a dielectric material onto the stair-step pattern, and forming a second layer of optical material over the dielectric material and at least partially within the stair-step pattern.
