Infrared detector elements and methods of forming same

Details Infrared detector elements and methods of forming same Infrared detector elements and methods of forming same

2006-11-30

2010-02-02

Porta, David P (Department: 2884)

Radiant energy

Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling

Infrared responsive

C250S353000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07655909

ABSTRACT:
Infrared detector elements and methods for forming infrared detector elements in which the top metal layer of CMOS circuitry of the detector element is employed as a lead metal reflector for the infrared detector.

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