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Collimator bonding structure and method

US8698925B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 21, 2010
Grant dateApr 15, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 24, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T156/10
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An image sensor is disclosed that includes a solid state semiconductor imager having a metallized catch pad, a collimator having a metallized layer that faces a sensor anode, the metallized layer joined with the metallized catch pad to form a metal bond between the solid state semiconductor imager and the collimator. Methods of making the joined solid state semiconductor imager and collimator assembly are also disclosed.

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