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Integrated optical sensor and methods for manufacturing and using the same

US9711493B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 23, 2014
Grant dateJul 18, 2017
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Expiry dateAug 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An integrated optical sensor and methods for forming and using the same is provided. The integrated optical sensor comprising: a light source; a transparent substrate, having a first surface and a second surface opposite to each other; a first pixel cell array region, located on the first surface and adapted to receiving lights emitted from the light source and reflected by an external object; a second pixel cell array region, located on the first surface and adapted to receiving lights emitted from the light source and reflected by the fingerprint; and a third pixel cell array region, located on the first surface and adapted to receiving visible lights from outside. The integrated optical sensor has simplified structures, the forming method thereof has improved processes, and the using method thereof has more applications. Besides, production costs may be reduced.

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