Active solid-state devices (e.g. – transistors – solid-state diode – Responsive to non-electrical signal – Electromagnetic or particle radiation
Reexamination Certificate
2007-08-24
2010-06-15
Louie, Wai-Sing (Department: 2814)
Active solid-state devices (e.g., transistors, solid-state diode
Responsive to non-electrical signal
Electromagnetic or particle radiation
C257S444000, C257S443000, C257SE27111
Reexamination Certificate
active
07737516
ABSTRACT:
Embodiments relate to an image sensor and a method for manufacturing an image sensor. According to embodiments, a transistor structure may be manufactured on a semiconductor substrate, and an insulating layer covering the transistor structure may be formed. The insulating layer may be patterned to form a first via that may expose the semiconductor substrate, and a silicon layer may be formed on the first via and the insulating layer. The silicon layer and the insulating layer may be patterned to form a second via exposing the transistor structure, and the second via may be filled with metal to form a connecting line electrically connected with the transistor structure. Conductive impurities may be implanted into the silicon layer and may form a light receiving portion connected with the connecting line.
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Dongbu HiTek Co, Ltd.
Louie Wai-Sing
Sherr & Vaughn, PLLC
Tang Sue
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