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Small pixel for CMOS image sensors with vertically integrated set and reset diodes

US7928484B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 13, 2008
Grant dateApr 19, 2011
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10F39/807

Abstract

A pixel of an image sensor, the pixel includes a floating diffusion node to sense photo-generated charge, a reset diode to reset the floating diffusion node in response to a reset signal, and a set diode to set the floating diffusion node.

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