Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240340556). DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING READOUT OF A PIXEL ARRAY IN ROLLING SHUTTER IMAGE SENSOR simplified abstract
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DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING READOUT OF A PIXEL ARRAY IN ROLLING SHUTTER IMAGE SENSOR
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Inventor(s)
Akshaya A Mukundan of Bengaluru (IN)
Vishwanath Vijaykumar Hiremath of Bengaluru (IN)
Prashant Govindlal Rupapara of Bengaluru (IN)
DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING READOUT OF A PIXEL ARRAY IN ROLLING SHUTTER IMAGE SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240340556 titled 'DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING READOUT OF A PIXEL ARRAY IN ROLLING SHUTTER IMAGE SENSOR
The method described in the patent application involves reading pixels from a pixel array in various conditions and orders to optimize the readout process.
- When a first condition is detected, pixels of a first half and a second half of FD nodes sharing a common Vout line are read in monotonically increasing and decreasing row orders, respectively.
- When a second condition is detected, pixels of (GR, R) rows and (B, GB) rows connected to different Vout lines are read in opposite respective directions in a first phase and a second phase, respectively.
- When a third condition is detected, first and second color pixels from first and second Vout lines are read out at each readout instance.
- When a fourth condition is detected, pixels are read out from even rows of a first half of rows, odd rows of a second half of rows, odd rows of the first half of rows, and even rows of the second half of rows.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be applied in image sensors, digital cameras, and other devices that require efficient pixel readout processes. - It can improve the performance of display panels, medical imaging devices, and security cameras by enhancing the speed and accuracy of pixel data retrieval.
Problems Solved: - The method addresses the challenge of optimizing the readout process of pixel arrays in various conditions to improve overall device performance. - It streamlines the data retrieval process in electronic devices, leading to enhanced functionality and efficiency.
Benefits: - Improved readout speed and accuracy of pixel data. - Enhanced performance of electronic devices utilizing pixel arrays. - Streamlined data retrieval process for better overall device functionality.
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Pixel Readout Method for Electronic Devices This technology can be commercially utilized in the development of advanced image sensors, digital cameras, display panels, medical imaging devices, and security cameras. It can lead to faster and more accurate data retrieval processes, improving the overall performance of electronic devices in various industries.
Questions about the Enhanced Pixel Readout Method: 1. How does this method compare to traditional pixel readout techniques? - The method described in the patent application offers a more efficient and optimized approach to reading pixels from a pixel array in various conditions, leading to improved device performance. 2. What are the potential implications of this technology in the field of image sensors and digital cameras? - The technology can significantly enhance the speed and accuracy of pixel data retrieval in image sensors and digital cameras, resulting in better overall device performance and image quality.
Original Abstract Submitted
disclosed is a method of performing readout of pixel array that includes reading, when a first condition is detected, pixels of a first half and a second half of fd nodes sharing a common vout line in monotonically increasing and decreasing row orders, respectively. when a second condition is detected, pixels of (gr, r) rows and (b, gb) rows connected to different vout lines are read in opposite respective directions in a first phase and a second phase, respectively. when a third condition is detected, first and second color pixels from first and second vout lines are read out at each readout instance. when a fourth condition is detected, pixels are read out from even rows of a first half of rows, odd rows of a second half of rows, odd rows of the first half of rows, and even rows of the second half of rows.
