18383565. MULTILAYER CERAMIC CAPACITOR simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS CO., LTD.)

MULTILAYER CERAMIC CAPACITOR

Organization Name

SAMSUNG ELECTRO-MECHANICS CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Hyuk Jin Hong of Suwon-si (KR)

Young Hoon Song of Suwon-si (KR)

MULTILAYER CERAMIC CAPACITOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18383565 titled 'MULTILAYER CERAMIC CAPACITOR

The multilayer ceramic capacitor described in the patent application consists of a body with a capacitance region where first internal electrodes and second internal electrodes are stacked alternately with a dielectric layer in between, along with first and second external electrodes connected to these internal electrodes.

• The capacitance region contains groups of first openings that overlap in the first direction and are continuously open in two or more internal electrodes.
• Each group of first openings includes a number of internal electrodes that is less than the total number of first and second internal electrodes.
• This design allows for improved capacitance performance and efficiency in the capacitor.

Potential Applications: - Electronic devices requiring compact and efficient capacitors. - Power supply units in various electronic systems. - Circuit boards and microelectronics.

Problems Solved: - Enhanced capacitance performance. - Efficient use of internal electrode space. - Improved reliability and stability in electronic devices.

Benefits: - Higher capacitance density. - Improved energy storage capabilities. - Enhanced overall performance of electronic systems.

Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors for High-Performance Electronics" This technology can be utilized in smartphones, laptops, automotive electronics, and industrial equipment, enhancing their efficiency and reliability in various applications.

Prior Art: Researchers can explore prior patents related to multilayer ceramic capacitors, electrode configurations, and dielectric materials to understand the evolution of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research focuses on optimizing the design of multilayer ceramic capacitors for specific applications, improving their performance, and exploring new materials for enhanced functionality.

Questions about Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors: 1. How do multilayer ceramic capacitors compare to other types of capacitors in terms of performance and efficiency? 2. What advancements have been made in the field of multilayer ceramic capacitors in recent years?

Original Abstract Submitted

A multilayer ceramic capacitor includes a body including a capacitance region in which a plurality of first internal electrodes and a plurality of second internal electrodes are alternately stacked in a first direction with a dielectric layer interposed therebetween, and first and second external electrodes disposed on the body and spaced apart from each other to be connected to the plurality of first internal electrodes and the plurality of second internal electrodes, respectively, wherein the capacitance region includes one or more groups of first openings. The first openings in each group overlap in the first direction and are continuously open in two or more internal electrodes of the plurality of first and second internal electrodes, and a number of internal electrodes included in each group is less than a total number of the plurality of first internal electrodes and the plurality of second internal electrodes.