Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240234467). IMAGE SENSORS simplified abstract
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IMAGE SENSORS
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IMAGE SENSORS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240234467 titled 'IMAGE SENSORS
The image sensor described in the patent application includes a substrate with pixels and a photoelectric conversion region, a pixel isolation structure, and an isolation layer defining active regions.
- The active regions have a center part with branching sections extending towards the pixels.
- The extension part in the pixels extends horizontally from the center part.
- The angle between the side wall of the extension part and the pixel isolation structure exceeds 45 degrees.
- The angle between adjacent branching sections is less than 90 degrees.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in digital cameras, smartphones, and other devices with image sensors. - It can improve the performance and image quality of electronic devices that rely on image sensors.
Problems Solved: - Enhances pixel isolation and active region definition in image sensors. - Improves the efficiency and accuracy of photoelectric conversion in pixels.
Benefits: - Higher quality images with improved pixel isolation. - Enhanced performance and accuracy in photoelectric conversion. - Increased efficiency in image sensor technology.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be applied in the consumer electronics industry for devices like smartphones, digital cameras, and security cameras. - It can also be used in medical imaging equipment and industrial inspection systems.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does this technology improve pixel isolation in image sensors? 2. What are the potential implications of this innovation in the consumer electronics market?
Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in image sensor technology and related fields to understand the latest developments and potential improvements in this area.
Original Abstract Submitted
an image sensor includes a substrate including a plurality of pixels and a photoelectric conversion region in an inside thereof, a pixel isolation structure isolating the plurality of pixels, and an isolation layer defining a plurality of active regions in the substrate, wherein the plurality of active regions include a center part having a plurality of branching sections extending from a center toward the plurality of pixels, the center being adjacent to each of the plurality of pixels, and an extension part in the plurality of pixels and extending in a horizontal direction from the center part. in a plan view, a first angle between a side wall of the extension part and the pixel isolation structure extending in a first direction exceeds about 45 degrees, or a second angle between two adjacent branching sections among the plurality of branching sections is less than about 90 degrees.
