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Unit pixel and image sensor comprising the unit pixel circuit

US9313372B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 2014
Grant dateApr 12, 2016
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04N25/771
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An image sensor is provided which includes a plurality of unit pixels, ones of which are configured to convert an input light signal into at least four frame signals. The image sensor also includes a signal processor that is configured to measure a distance from an object based on the at least four frame signals from one of the plurality of unit pixels.

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