Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240203977). SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE simplified abstract
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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE
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Inventor(s)
Seonkyeong Kim of Suwon-si (KR)
Hyunjeong Roh of Suwon-si (KR)
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240203977 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE
The semiconductor device described in the patent application includes a substrate with a keep-out zone (KOZ) and a layout finishing cell region, a through silicon via (TSV) surrounded by the KOZ, an ESD diode, a driver circuit, gate structures, and metal wirings connecting the TSV, ESD diode, and driver circuit.
- The substrate features active regions within the layout finishing cell region, with gate structures intersecting these regions to form semiconductor components.
- The driver circuit, comprising some of the semiconductor components, is located adjacent to and outside the layout finishing cell region.
- The ESD diode is positioned on the upper surface of the substrate, along with the TSV and driver circuit, all interconnected by metal wirings.
- The layout finishing cell region surrounds the KOZ and ESD diode, providing a structured layout for the semiconductor components.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be applied in the manufacturing of advanced semiconductor devices with improved ESD protection and circuit integration. - It can be utilized in the development of high-performance electronic devices requiring efficient signal processing and power management.
Problems Solved: - Enhances ESD protection in semiconductor devices. - Facilitates the integration of complex driver circuits and gate structures within a structured layout.
Benefits: - Improved reliability and durability of semiconductor devices. - Enhanced performance and functionality of electronic systems. - Streamlined manufacturing processes for semiconductor components.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Semiconductor Devices with Enhanced ESD Protection This technology has potential commercial applications in the production of consumer electronics, automotive systems, telecommunications equipment, and industrial automation devices. It can cater to the growing demand for high-performance semiconductor solutions in various industries.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the integration of the ESD diode and driver circuit improve the overall performance of the semiconductor device? 2. What are the key advantages of having a structured layout finishing cell region in semiconductor manufacturing processes?
Original Abstract Submitted
a semiconductor device may include a substrate including a keep-out zone (koz) and a layout finishing cell region, a through silicon via (tsv) penetrating the substrate and surrounded by the koz; an esd diode on an upper surface of the substrate, a driver circuit, gate structures, and metal wirings electrically connecting the tsv, the esd diode, and the driver circuit. the layout finishing cell region may surround the koz and the esd diode. the driver circuit may be adjacent to and outside the layout finishing cell region. the substrate may include active regions extending from an end inside the layout finishing cell region. the gate structures may intersect the active regions to form semiconductor components. the driver circuit may include at least some of the semiconductor components.
