Samsung display co., ltd. (20240324288). DISPLAY APPARATUS simplified abstract
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DISPLAY APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Junhyun Park of Yongin-si (KR)
Hyeongseok Kim of Yongin-si (KR)
Heejean Park of Yongin-si (KR)
DISPLAY APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240324288 titled 'DISPLAY APPARATUS
The abstract of the patent application describes a display apparatus with multiple thin-film transistors, each with different semiconductor layers and gate electrodes.
- The first thin-film transistor in the display area has a first semiconductor layer with a silicon semiconductor and a first gate electrode.
- A second thin-film transistor is located on top of the first one, with a second semiconductor layer containing an oxide semiconductor and a second gate electrode.
- A third thin-film transistor is also present, with a third semiconductor layer including an oxide semiconductor.
- A bridge metal layer connects the first and second thin-film transistors, electrically connected to the first semiconductor layer.
- A first conductive pattern layer is on the second gate electrode, connected to the bridge metal layer through a second contact hole.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in high-resolution displays for electronic devices. - It can enhance the performance and efficiency of display screens in various applications.
Problems Solved: - The technology addresses the need for improved display quality and functionality. - It provides a solution for integrating multiple thin-film transistors in a display apparatus.
Benefits: - Improved display resolution and performance. - Enhanced efficiency and functionality of electronic devices. - Increased durability and longevity of display screens.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Display Technology for Electronic Devices This technology can be utilized in smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices with display screens. It can cater to the growing demand for high-quality displays in the consumer electronics market, enhancing user experience and product competitiveness.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the integration of multiple thin-film transistors improve display performance? 2. What are the key advantages of using oxide semiconductors in thin-film transistors for display applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
a display apparatus includes a first thin-film transistor in a display area, and including a first semiconductor layer and a first gate electrode, the first semiconductor layer including a silicon semiconductor, a second thin-film transistor on the first thin-film transistor, and including a second semiconductor layer and a second gate electrode, the second semiconductor layer including an oxide semiconductor, a third thin-film transistor on the first thin-film transistor, and including a third semiconductor layer and a third gate electrode, the third semiconductor layer including an oxide semiconductor, a bridge metal layer between the first thin-film transistor and the second thin-film transistor and electrically connected to the first semiconductor layer through a first contact hole, and a first conductive pattern layer on the second gate electrode of the second thin-film transistor, and the bridge metal layer is electrically connected to the first conductive pattern layer through a second contact hole.
