18515524. ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PROTECTION DEVICE simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PROTECTION DEVICE
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Jooyoung Song of Suwon-si (KR)
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PROTECTION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18515524 titled 'ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE PROTECTION DEVICE
The patent application describes an electrostatic discharge protection device with specific structural features to enhance its effectiveness.
- The device includes a substrate with a first well of a first conductivity type and a second well surrounding the first well.
- First to fifth diffusion regions are formed on the first well, while sixth and seventh diffusion regions are formed on the second well.
- The second diffusion region surrounds the first diffusion region, and the fourth diffusion region surrounds the fifth diffusion region.
- The fifth diffusion region surrounds the second diffusion region and the fourth diffusion region.
- The sixth diffusion region surrounds the fifth diffusion region, and the seventh diffusion region surrounds the sixth diffusion region.
- The sixth and seventh diffusion regions are connected to an anode electrode, while the first to fifth diffusion regions are connected to a cathode electrode.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Specific arrangement of diffusion regions for enhanced electrostatic discharge protection.
- Connection of diffusion regions to specific electrodes for effective discharge management.
- Potential Applications:**
- Integrated circuits
- Electronic devices
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Problems Solved:**
- Protection against electrostatic discharge damage
- Enhanced reliability of electronic components
- Benefits:**
- Improved device longevity
- Reduced risk of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge
- Commercial Applications:**
Potential commercial applications include the manufacturing of electronic devices, integrated circuits, and other semiconductor components where protection against electrostatic discharge is crucial.
- Questions about Electrostatic Discharge Protection Devices:**
1. How does the specific arrangement of diffusion regions contribute to the effectiveness of electrostatic discharge protection? 2. What are the potential implications of this technology for the semiconductor industry?
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Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed is an electrostatic discharge protection device which includes a substrate including a first well having a first conductivity type and a second well surrounding the first well, first to fifth diffusion regions formed on the first well, and sixth and seventh diffusion regions formed on the second well. The second diffusion region surrounds the first diffusion region, the fourth diffusion region surrounds the fifth diffusion region, and the fifth diffusion region surrounds the second diffusion region and the fourth diffusion region. The sixth diffusion region surrounds the fifth diffusion region, and the seventh diffusion region surrounds the sixth diffusion region. The sixth and seventh diffusion regions are connected to an anode electrode, and the first to fifth diffusion regions are connected a cathode electrode.
