Panasonic intellectual property management co., ltd. (20240306407). IMAGING DEVICE simplified abstract

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IMAGING DEVICE

Organization Name

panasonic intellectual property management co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

SOGO Ota of Osaka (JP)

YOSHIHIRO Sato of Osaka (JP)

IMAGING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240306407 titled 'IMAGING DEVICE

The abstract describes an imaging device with pixels and pixel electrodes, where each pixel includes a semiconductor substrate, a photoelectric conversion layer, and a corresponding pixel electrode. The photoelectric conversion layer converts light into electric charges, which are then collected by the corresponding pixel electrode. The pitch of the pixel electrodes is greater than the pitch of the pixels.

  • Semiconductor substrate, photoelectric conversion layer, and pixel electrodes in each pixel
  • Photoelectric conversion layer converts light into electric charges
  • Corresponding pixel electrode collects electric charges
  • Pitch of pixel electrodes is greater than pitch of pixels
  • Overall design enhances image capture and processing efficiency

Potential Applications: - Digital cameras - Medical imaging devices - Surveillance cameras - Satellite imaging systems

Problems Solved: - Improved image quality - Enhanced light sensitivity - Efficient electric charge collection

Benefits: - Higher resolution images - Better low-light performance - Increased overall device efficiency

Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Imaging Device for Various Applications" This technology can be used in various commercial applications such as digital cameras, medical imaging devices, surveillance systems, and satellite imaging systems. The enhanced image quality and efficiency make it a valuable tool in the field of imaging technology.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the pitch of the pixel electrodes impact the overall performance of the imaging device?

  - The pitch of the pixel electrodes affects the efficiency of electric charge collection, which in turn influences image quality and sensitivity.

2. What are the potential limitations of this imaging device technology in terms of scalability and mass production?

  - The scalability and mass production of this technology may be influenced by factors such as manufacturing costs and production complexity.


Original Abstract Submitted

an imaging device includes pixels and pixel electrodes. each of the pixels includes a semiconductor substrate, a photoelectric conversion layer, and a corresponding pixel electrode out of the pixel electrodes. the photoelectric conversion layer converts light into electric charges. the corresponding pixel electrode collects the electric charges. a pitch of the pixel electrodes is greater than a pitch of the pixels.