18358860. IMAGE SENSING DEVICE simplified abstract (SK hynix Inc.)
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IMAGE SENSING DEVICE
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Ho Ryeong Lee of Icheon-si (KR)
IMAGE SENSING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18358860 titled 'IMAGE SENSING DEVICE
The image sensing device described in the abstract includes multiple pixel blocks with shared color filters, as well as grid structures in boundary regions and vertically overlapping imaging pixels.
- Each pixel block contains imaging pixels that share a color filter, such as first, second, or third color filters.
- Grid structures are positioned between pixel blocks and color filters to enhance image quality.
- The lower grid structure overlaps with boundary regions of imaging pixels in each pixel block.
- This design aims to improve image sensing capabilities and overall performance of the device.
- The technology potentially enhances color accuracy and image resolution in digital imaging applications.
Potential Applications: - Digital cameras - Smartphones - Surveillance systems - Medical imaging devices
Problems Solved: - Enhanced color accuracy - Improved image resolution - Better overall image quality
Benefits: - Higher quality images - Improved color reproduction - Enhanced performance in various imaging applications
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Image Sensing Device for Enhanced Color Accuracy This technology could be utilized in the development of high-end digital cameras, smartphones, and other imaging devices, catering to professionals and enthusiasts who require superior image quality and color accuracy.
Prior Art: Researchers and developers in the field of digital imaging technology may find relevant prior art in patents related to image sensing devices, color filters, and grid structures used in image sensors.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in the field of image sensing technology may focus on further optimizing grid structures, color filter designs, and pixel block configurations to continue improving image quality and color accuracy.
Questions about Image Sensing Devices: 1. How does the use of shared color filters in pixel blocks impact image quality? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing grid structures in image sensing devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
An image sensing device includes a plurality of first pixel blocks, each including a plurality of first imaging pixels configured to share one first color filter; a plurality of second pixel blocks, each including a plurality of second imaging pixels configured to share one second color filter having a second color filter; a plurality of third pixel blocks, each including a plurality of third imaging pixels configured to share one third color filter; an upper grid structure disposed in one or more boundary regions between the first to third pixel blocks within a region disposed in the first to third color filters; and a lower grid structure disposed between a substrate layer and each of the first to third color filters, at least a portion of to the lower grid structure vertically overlapping a boundary region of corresponding imaging pixels in each of the first to third pixel blocks.
