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Silicon photodetector using randomly arranged metal nanoparticles and method for manufacturing same

US12419133B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 12, 2023
Grant dateSep 16, 2025
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2044

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P70/50
  • WIPO fieldMicro-structural and nano-technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A silicon photodiode according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a silicon substrate having a first conductive area and a second conductive area horizontally spaced apart from the first conductive area; a plurality of randomly arranged metal nanoparticles formed on the silicon substrate; an antireflective layer covering the metal nanoparticles; a first contact passing through the antireflective layer and connected to the first conductive layer; and a second contact passing through the antireflective layer and connected to the second conductive layer.

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