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Image sensors and methods of fabricating the same

US9054003B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 5, 2013
Grant dateJun 9, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10F39/8063

Abstract

Provided are image sensors and methods of fabricating the same. The image sensor has a transfer gate, which may be configured to include a buried portion having a flat bottom surface and a rounded lower corner. This structure of the buried portion enables to transfer electric charges stored in the photoelectric conversion part effectively.

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