18437105. DISPLAY APPARATUS simplified abstract (Samsung Display Co., Ltd.)
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DISPLAY APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Sunghwan Kim of Yongin-si (KR)
Hwansoo Jang of Yongin-si (KR)
Changkyu Jin of Yongin-si (KR)
DISPLAY APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18437105 titled 'DISPLAY APPARATUS
The patent application describes a display apparatus with a unique configuration in the display and peripheral areas.
- The display apparatus includes a first thin-film transistor in the peripheral area with a silicon semiconductor layer.
- A second thin-film transistor is located in the display area, featuring an oxide semiconductor layer over the silicon semiconductor layer.
- A semiconductor pattern in the display area is at the same layer as the silicon semiconductor layer of the first thin-film transistor.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Integration of different types of thin-film transistors in the display apparatus.
- Use of both silicon and oxide semiconductor layers in the transistors.
- Placement of the semiconductor pattern at the same layer as the silicon semiconductor layer.
- Potential Applications:**
This technology could be used in various display devices such as smartphones, tablets, and monitors.
- Problems Solved:**
The technology addresses the need for efficient and high-performance display components in electronic devices.
- Benefits:**
- Improved display quality and performance.
- Enhanced efficiency in display operation.
- Potential cost savings in manufacturing processes.
- Commercial Applications:**
This technology could be valuable for consumer electronics companies looking to enhance the display capabilities of their products, potentially leading to increased market competitiveness.
- Questions about the technology:**
1. How does the integration of different semiconductor layers improve the performance of the display apparatus? 2. What are the potential challenges in manufacturing display devices using this technology?
- Frequently Updated Research:**
Stay updated on advancements in thin-film transistor technology and semiconductor materials to understand the latest developments in display technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A display apparatus including a display area and a peripheral area includes: a first thin-film transistor in the peripheral area, and including a silicon semiconductor layer; a second thin-film transistor in the display area, and including an oxide semiconductor layer over the silicon semiconductor layer; and a semiconductor pattern in the display area at the same layer as that of the silicon semiconductor layer of the first thin-film transistor.
