Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240203973). INTEGRATED CIRCUIT INCLUDING STANDARD CELL AND FILLER CELL simplified abstract
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INTEGRATED CIRCUIT INCLUDING STANDARD CELL AND FILLER CELL
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INTEGRATED CIRCUIT INCLUDING STANDARD CELL AND FILLER CELL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240203973 titled 'INTEGRATED CIRCUIT INCLUDING STANDARD CELL AND FILLER CELL
Simplified Explanation: The integrated circuit described in the abstract includes a standard cell and a filler cell, with the standard cell having a first active region and a filler cell having a second active region of the same type, but with a greater width.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Integration of a standard cell and a filler cell in an integrated circuit.
- First active region in the standard cell with a first width.
- Second active region in the filler cell with a greater width.
- Inclusion of a first tapering portion in the standard cell between the first and second active regions.
Potential Applications: This technology could be used in various electronic devices that require integrated circuits, such as smartphones, tablets, computers, and other consumer electronics.
Problems Solved:
- Efficient use of space in integrated circuits.
- Enhanced performance by utilizing different widths of active regions.
- Improved functionality and design flexibility in electronic devices.
Benefits:
- Optimal utilization of space in integrated circuits.
- Enhanced performance and functionality in electronic devices.
- Greater design flexibility for engineers and designers.
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include the semiconductor industry, electronics manufacturing companies, and technology firms developing advanced electronic devices.
Questions about the Technology: 1. What are the specific advantages of integrating standard cells and filler cells in an integrated circuit? 2. How does the inclusion of a tapering portion in the standard cell contribute to the overall performance of the integrated circuit?
Original Abstract Submitted
an integrated circuit includes a standard cell including a first active region extending in a first direction and having a first width, and a filler cell including a second active region of a same type as that of the first active region and being adjacent to the standard cell in the first direction, the second active region extending in the first direction and having a second width which is greater than the first width, wherein the standard cell further includes a first tapering portion of the same type as that of the first active region, the first tapering portion being arranged between the first active region and the second active region.
