18322921. SEMICONDUCTOR STRUCTURE INCLUDING OPTICAL DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME simplified abstract (TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.)
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SEMICONDUCTOR STRUCTURE INCLUDING OPTICAL DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
Organization Name
TAIWAN SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LTD.
Inventor(s)
Tai-Chun Huang of Hsinchu (TW)
SEMICONDUCTOR STRUCTURE INCLUDING OPTICAL DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18322921 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR STRUCTURE INCLUDING OPTICAL DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME
The present disclosure introduces a semiconductor structure comprising a waveguide structure, a photoelectric material, and a transistor.
- The waveguide structure on a substrate includes different doping regions with distinct types of dopants.
- The photoelectric material is positioned near the junction of the doping regions.
- The transistor is located on the substrate at the same level as the waveguide structure.
Potential Applications: - Optical communication systems - Photovoltaic devices - Integrated circuits
Problems Solved: - Efficient light transmission - Enhanced photoelectric conversion - Improved transistor performance
Benefits: - Increased energy efficiency - Higher data transmission speeds - Enhanced device integration
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Semiconductor Structures for Optoelectronic Devices This technology can be utilized in telecommunications, solar energy systems, and semiconductor manufacturing industries, leading to faster and more reliable devices.
Questions about Semiconductor Structures: 1. How does the semiconductor structure impact the efficiency of optical communication systems?
The semiconductor structure enhances light transmission and improves overall system performance.
2. What are the advantages of integrating a photoelectric material near the junction of doping regions?
This integration enhances photoelectric conversion efficiency and device functionality.
Original Abstract Submitted
The present disclosure provides a semiconductor structure. The semiconductor structure includes a waveguide structure, a photoelectric material, and a transistor. The waveguide structure is disposed on a substrate and includes a first doping region having a first type of dopant and a second doping region having a second type of dopant different from the first type. The photoelectric material is disposed proximal to a junction of the first doping region and the second doping region. The transistor is disposed on the substrate at a level same as a level of the waveguide structure. A method of manufacturing the semiconductor structure is also provided.
