18667254. ACOUSTIC WAVE DEVICE simplified abstract (Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
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ACOUSTIC WAVE DEVICE
Organization Name
Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Sunao Yamazaki of Nagaokakyo-shi (JP)
ACOUSTIC WAVE DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18667254 titled 'ACOUSTIC WAVE DEVICE
The abstract describes an acoustic wave device with a piezoelectric substrate, functional electrode, support layer, covering portion, silicon oxide layer, and inductor.
- Piezoelectric substrate with a piezoelectric layer and functional electrode.
- First support layer surrounding the functional electrode.
- Covering portion made of silicon with a silicon oxide layer on one side.
- Inductor made of wire provided on the silicon oxide layer.
- Amorphous silicon layer or polysilicon layer between the covering portion and the silicon oxide layer.
Potential Applications: - Acoustic wave sensors - Communication devices - Medical ultrasound equipment
Problems Solved: - Efficient generation and detection of acoustic waves - Improved sensitivity and accuracy in acoustic wave applications
Benefits: - Enhanced performance in acoustic wave technology - Increased reliability and durability of devices - Cost-effective manufacturing process
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Acoustic Wave Devices for Enhanced Sensing Applications" This technology can be used in various industries such as telecommunications, healthcare, and automotive for improved sensor capabilities and communication devices.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to acoustic wave devices, piezoelectric substrates, and inductor technology to understand the evolution of this innovation.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in piezoelectric materials, inductor design, and acoustic wave applications to enhance the performance of acoustic wave devices.
Questions about Acoustic Wave Devices: 1. How does the use of a piezoelectric substrate improve the performance of acoustic wave devices? - The piezoelectric substrate allows for efficient generation and detection of acoustic waves due to its unique properties. 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating the inductor with the silicon oxide layer in acoustic wave devices? - Ensuring proper alignment and connection between the inductor and silicon oxide layer may pose challenges in the manufacturing process.
Original Abstract Submitted
An acoustic wave device according to the present invention includes a piezoelectric substrate including a piezoelectric layer, a functional electrode provided on the piezoelectric layer, a first support layer provided on the piezoelectric substrate so as to surround the functional electrode, a covering portion provided on or above the first support layer and including a first main surface positioned on the functional electrode side and a second main surface opposite to the first main surface, a silicon oxide layer provided on the first main surface side of the covering portion, and an inductor provided on the silicon oxide layer and made of a wire. The covering portion is made of silicon. The acoustic wave device further includes one of an amorphous silicon layer and a polysilicon layer provided between the covering portion and the silicon oxide layer.
