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Power device structures and methods using empty space zones

US8319278B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 10, 2010
Grant dateNov 27, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 29, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10D64/663

Abstract

Power semiconductor devices in which insulated empty space zones are used for field-shaping regions, in place of dielectric bodies previously used. Optionally permanent charge is added at the interface between the insulated empty space zone and an adjacent semiconductor drift region.

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