Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240222421). METAL-INSULATOR-METAL CAPACITOR simplified abstract
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METAL-INSULATOR-METAL CAPACITOR
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Jeonghoon Ahn of Suwon-si (KR)
Shaofeng Ding of Suwon-si (KR)
METAL-INSULATOR-METAL CAPACITOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240222421 titled 'METAL-INSULATOR-METAL CAPACITOR
The metal-insulator-metal capacitor described in the patent application consists of multiple layers of electrodes and dielectric materials arranged in a specific configuration on a substrate.
- The first electrode is located in a central region of the substrate's upper surface.
- The second electrode covers the first electrode and extends to a region surrounding the first electrode.
- The third electrode covers the second electrode and extends to a region surrounding the second electrode.
- Two dielectric layers are placed between the electrodes to insulate them and extend to the surrounding regions.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in electronic devices requiring high capacitance values. - It can be utilized in memory storage devices and integrated circuits.
Problems Solved: - Provides a compact and efficient way to create high-capacitance capacitors. - Offers improved performance and reliability in electronic applications.
Benefits: - Increased capacitance in a smaller footprint. - Enhanced performance and reliability in electronic devices.
Commercial Applications: Title: High-Capacitance Metal-Insulator-Metal Capacitors for Electronic Devices This technology can be commercialized in the semiconductor industry for the production of high-performance electronic components such as memory devices, sensors, and communication systems.
Questions about Metal-Insulator-Metal Capacitors: 1. How do metal-insulator-metal capacitors differ from other types of capacitors? Metal-insulator-metal capacitors are distinct due to their specific layering of electrodes and dielectric materials, providing high capacitance values in a compact design. 2. What are the key advantages of using metal-insulator-metal capacitors in electronic devices? Metal-insulator-metal capacitors offer increased capacitance in a smaller footprint, leading to improved performance and reliability in electronic applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
a metal-insulator-metal capacitor includes a first electrode disposed in a first region of an upper surface of a substrate, a second electrode covering the first electrode and extending to a second region surrounding an outer periphery of the first region, a third electrode covering the second electrode and extending to a third region surrounding an outer periphery of the second region, a first dielectric layer disposed between the first electrode and the second electrode to cover an upper surface and a side surface of the first electrode and extending to the second region, and a second dielectric layer disposed between the second electrode and the third electrode to cover an upper surface and a side surface of the second electrode and extending to the third region and in contact with the first dielectric layer.
