18554254. LIGHT-RECEIVING ELEMENT, X-RAY IMAGING ELEMENT, AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS simplified abstract (SONY SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS CORPORATION)
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LIGHT-RECEIVING ELEMENT, X-RAY IMAGING ELEMENT, AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS
Organization Name
SONY SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS CORPORATION
Inventor(s)
Takahiro Kawamura of Kanagawa (JP)
Hiroki Tojinbara of Kanagawa (JP)
Toru Shirakata of Kanagawa (JP)
Atsuhiro Ando of Kanagawa (JP)
LIGHT-RECEIVING ELEMENT, X-RAY IMAGING ELEMENT, AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18554254 titled 'LIGHT-RECEIVING ELEMENT, X-RAY IMAGING ELEMENT, AND ELECTRONIC APPARATUS
The abstract describes a light-receiving element with specific regions and conductive layers on a semiconductor substrate for efficient photoelectric conversion.
- Semiconductor substrate with photoelectric conversion region
- First electrically-conductive region at the interface with a first electrode
- Second electrically-conductive region around the first region with a second electrode
- Third electrically-conductive region around the second region in an electrically floating state
- Electrically-conductive film between the first and second regions on the surface
Potential Applications: - Solar panels - Photodetectors - Image sensors
Problems Solved: - Enhanced photoelectric conversion efficiency - Improved electrical conductivity
Benefits: - Increased energy conversion efficiency - Better signal detection sensitivity
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Light-Receiving Element Technology for Solar Panels This technology can be utilized in the development of high-efficiency solar panels for residential and commercial use, potentially revolutionizing the renewable energy industry.
Prior Art: Readers can explore existing patents related to light-receiving elements, semiconductor devices, and photovoltaic technologies to gain a deeper understanding of the field.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in semiconductor materials, photovoltaic cell design, and light-receiving element technologies to remain at the forefront of innovation in renewable energy.
Questions about Light-Receiving Elements: 1. How does the design of the semiconductor substrate impact the efficiency of the light-receiving element? 2. What are the key differences between traditional photodetectors and the light-receiving element described in the patent application?
Original Abstract Submitted
A light-receiving element according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes: a semiconductor substrate including a photoelectric conversion region; a first first electrically-conductive region provided at an interface of a first surface of the semiconductor substrate and coupled to a first electrode; a second first electrically-conductive region provided at the interface of the first surface and around the first first electrically-conductive region and coupled to a second electrode; a third first electrically-conductive region provided at the interface of the first surface and around the second first electrically-conductive region and being in an electrically floating state; and an electrically-conductive film provided above the first surface at least between the first first electrically-conductive region and the second first electrically-conductive region.
