18612450. IMAGE SENSOR simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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IMAGE SENSOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Jeongsoon Kang of Suwon-si (KR)
Gwideokryan Lee of Suwon-si (KR)
IMAGE SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18612450 titled 'IMAGE SENSOR
The image sensor described in the patent application consists of a first substrate with a first surface for light incidence and a second surface, a second substrate facing the second surface of the first substrate, a wiring layer with an insulating layer and a conductive structure, a first floating diffusion region in the first substrate, a first through electrode connecting to the first floating diffusion region, a second floating diffusion region in the second substrate, and a landing pad on the bottom surface of the second substrate connected to the second floating diffusion region.
- First substrate with first and second surfaces
- Second substrate facing the second surface of the first substrate
- Wiring layer with insulating layer and conductive structure
- First floating diffusion region in the first substrate
- First through electrode connecting to the first floating diffusion region
- Second floating diffusion region in the second substrate
- Landing pad on the bottom surface of the second substrate connected to the second floating diffusion region
Potential Applications: - Digital cameras - Smartphones - Surveillance systems - Medical imaging devices
Problems Solved: - Improved image sensor performance - Enhanced image quality - Increased sensitivity to light
Benefits: - Higher quality images - Better low-light performance - Improved overall sensor functionality
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Image Sensor Technology for Enhanced Imaging Devices This technology can be utilized in various commercial applications such as digital cameras, smartphones, surveillance systems, and medical imaging devices. The improved image sensor performance and enhanced image quality can provide a competitive edge in the market, attracting customers looking for high-quality imaging solutions.
Questions about Image Sensor Technology: 1. How does the wiring layer with the insulating layer and conductive structure contribute to the functionality of the image sensor? 2. What are the potential market implications of implementing this advanced image sensor technology in commercial devices?
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is an image sensor including a first substrate including a first surface to which light is incident and a second surface opposite the first surface, a second substrate facing the second surface of the first substrate, a wiring layer between the first substrate and the second substrate and including an insulating layer and a conductive structure in the insulating layer, a first floating diffusion region provided in the first substrate, a first through electrode penetrating through the second substrate and electrically connected to the first floating diffusion region through the conductive structure, a second floating diffusion region provided in the second substrate, and a landing pad arranged on a bottom surface of the second substrate and electrically connected to the second floating diffusion region, wherein a bottom surface of the first through electrode may be in contact with the landing pad.
