18610744. PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE, PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION SYSTEM, MOVABLE OBJECT AND EQUIPMENT simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE, PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION SYSTEM, MOVABLE OBJECT AND EQUIPMENT
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PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE, PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION SYSTEM, MOVABLE OBJECT AND EQUIPMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18610744 titled 'PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE, PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION SYSTEM, MOVABLE OBJECT AND EQUIPMENT
The patent application describes a photoelectric conversion device with pixels arranged in a column, each capable of outputting a signal based on generated charge. Output lines correspond to the column, connected to the pixels, and a column circuit is connected to the output lines. The column circuit includes a speed-up circuit to facilitate potential changes and a selection circuit to choose and connect one of the output lines to the speed-up circuit.
- Pixels arranged in a column for photoelectric conversion
- Output lines corresponding to the column connected to the pixels
- Column circuit with speed-up circuit for potential changes and selection circuit for connecting output lines
Potential Applications: - Digital cameras - Image sensors - Solar panels
Problems Solved: - Efficient signal output from photoelectric conversion units - Speeding up potential changes in the circuit
Benefits: - Improved signal processing - Enhanced performance in photoelectric conversion - Increased efficiency in energy conversion
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Photoelectric Conversion Devices for Enhanced Signal Processing This technology can be utilized in various industries such as digital imaging, renewable energy, and surveillance systems. It offers improved signal processing capabilities and efficiency in energy conversion, making it valuable for companies seeking high-performance photoelectric conversion devices.
Questions about Photoelectric Conversion Devices: 1. How does the selection circuit in the column circuit work to connect output lines? The selection circuit in the column circuit chooses one of the output lines and connects it to the speed-up circuit, facilitating potential changes efficiently.
2. What are the potential commercial applications of this photoelectric conversion device? This technology can be applied in digital cameras, image sensors, and solar panels, offering enhanced signal processing and energy conversion capabilities for various industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
A photoelectric conversion device includes a plurality of pixels arranged to form a column, each of the plurality of pixels being configured to output a signal based on charge generated in a photoelectric conversion unit, a plurality of output lines provided corresponding to the column, each of the plurality of output lines being connected to at least one of the plurality of pixels, and a column circuit connected to the plurality of output lines. The plurality of output lines includes a first output line and a second output line. The column circuit includes a speed-up circuit configured to promote a change in potential, and a selection circuit configured to select one of the first output line and the second output line and connect the selected one to the speed-up circuit.
