Category:H01L29/78

The IPC classification "H01L29/78" is structured as follows:

• Section H: Electricity
• Class H01: Basic Electric Elements
• Subclass H01L: Semiconductor Devices; Electric Solid State Devices Not Otherwise Provided For
• Main Group H01L29/00: Semiconductor devices adapting junction formation for particular applications
• Subgroup H01L29/78: Semiconductor devices with at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier specially adapted for light emission

This classification involves semiconductor devices designed specifically for light emission, including technologies like Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), laser diodes, and other optoelectronic devices.

Regarding famous inventors and organizations in this category:

Inventors: 1. Nick Holonyak Jr.: Often credited with the invention of the first practical visible-spectrum LED in 1962. 2. Shuji Nakamura: Known for the development of the blue LED, a crucial breakthrough that led to the creation of white LED lighting.

Organizations: 1. Sony Corporation: Has been instrumental in the development of laser diodes, especially for consumer electronics like CD and Blu-ray players. 2. Cree Inc.: Known for their innovations in LED lighting technology. 3. Philips: A key player in the LED market, Philips has been involved in the development of LED lighting solutions for various applications. 4. Osram: A global company that has contributed significantly to the development of semiconductor light sources, including LEDs.

These inventors and companies have played crucial roles in the advancement of semiconductor light-emitting technologies, which have revolutionized lighting and display industries, among others.