Active solid-state devices (e.g. – transistors – solid-state diode – Housing or package – Insulating material
Reexamination Certificate
2006-04-25
2006-04-25
Clark, Jasmine (Department: 2815)
Active solid-state devices (e.g., transistors, solid-state diode
Housing or package
Insulating material
C257S723000, C257S777000, C257S710000, C257S924000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07034393
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus has first and second wafers, and a conductive rim between the first and second wafers. The conductive rim electrically and mechanically connects the first and second wafers. In addition, the conductive rim and second wafer at least in part seal an area on the surface of the first wafer.
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Alie Susan A.
Judy Michael
Kneedler David
Wachtmann Bruce K.
Analog Devices Inc.
Bromberg & Sunstein LLP
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