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Image sensor

US8263922B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 2009
Grant dateSep 11, 2012
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Expiry dateOct 21, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01J1/06
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention provides an image sensor. The image sensor comprises a plurality of pixels. Each pixel comprises an optical element and at least a dummy metal segment disposed above the optical element, wherein the dummy metal segment is not directly above the optical element. The image sensor includes a dummy metal segment with a size different from a size of another dummy metal segment included in the image sensor.

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