Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240321922). PIXEL, PIXEL ARRAY, AND IMAGE SENSORS INCLUDING THE PIXEL simplified abstract
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PIXEL, PIXEL ARRAY, AND IMAGE SENSORS INCLUDING THE PIXEL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Sangchun Park of Suwon-si (KR)
Seounghyun Kim of Suwon-si (KR)
PIXEL, PIXEL ARRAY, AND IMAGE SENSORS INCLUDING THE PIXEL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240321922 titled 'PIXEL, PIXEL ARRAY, AND IMAGE SENSORS INCLUDING THE PIXEL
The abstract describes a pixel structure in a semiconductor substrate with photoelectric conversion regions and floating diffusion regions.
- The pixel includes a semiconductor substrate with photoelectric conversion regions and floating diffusion regions.
- Vertical transmission gates surround the path of charges transferred between the photoelectric conversion regions and floating diffusion regions.
- A floating diffusion region connection pad is present on the floating diffusion regions.
- A metal contact is connected to the floating diffusion region connection pad.
Potential Applications: - Image sensors - Digital cameras - Medical imaging devices
Problems Solved: - Efficient charge transfer in pixel structures - Improved image quality in electronic devices
Benefits: - Higher resolution images - Enhanced sensitivity to light - Reduced noise in image capture
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Image Sensor Technology for Enhanced Digital Imaging This technology can be used in the development of high-quality image sensors for various commercial applications such as smartphones, security cameras, and scientific instruments. The improved pixel structure offers superior image quality and performance, making it a valuable innovation in the digital imaging industry.
Questions about Pixel Structure Technology: 1. How does the presence of floating diffusion regions improve charge transfer efficiency in pixels?
- The floating diffusion regions provide a path for charges to be transferred from the photoelectric conversion regions, enhancing the overall efficiency of the pixel structure.
2. What role do vertical transmission gates play in the operation of the pixel structure?
- Vertical transmission gates surround the charge transfer path, ensuring accurate and efficient movement of charges within the pixel.
Original Abstract Submitted
a pixel includes a semiconductor substrate including a first surface and a second surface, a plurality of photoelectric conversion regions between the first surface and the second surface of the semiconductor substrate, one or more floating diffusion regions on the first surface of the semiconductor substrate and spaced apart from the plurality of photoelectric conversion regions; a plurality of vertical transmission gates configured to surround a path of charges transferred from each photoelectric conversion region of the plurality of photoelectric conversion regions to the one or more floating diffusion regions; a floating diffusion region connection pad on the one or more floating diffusion regions; and a metal contact connected to the floating diffusion region connection pad.
