Array Substrate Testing Device Synchronous Parallel Operation

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Solution Overview

Problem

The existing testing method for array substrates is inefficient due to the need for a single tester to perform both electrical stress and power-on tests sequentially at each testing position, resulting in prolonged testing time and underutilization of testers.

Innovation Solution

A testing device with at least two sets of testers that operate synchronously, where one set performs the electrical stress test and the other set performs the power-on test, allowing for simultaneous testing and reducing overall testing time.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a single tester performs both electrical stress test and power-on test sequentially at each testing position, then the testing process is simple to operate, but the testing time is prolonged and testing efficiency is low

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting process simplicityVSAvoidtesting efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the testing process into two separate testing actions: electrical stress testing and power-on testing. Multiple testers are allocated to perform different testing tasks simultaneously at different testing positions. This segmentation allows parallel execution of testing operations, thereby improving testing efficiency while maintaining operational simplicity through standardized testing procedures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines multiple testers working in parallel to achieve simultaneous testing at multiple positions. By merging the capabilities of multiple testers and coordinating their operations through a control system, the system achieves high-efficiency parallel testing while maintaining centralized control for operational simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Device complexity

If a single tester performs both electrical stress test and power-on test sequentially, then the device configuration is simple, but the testing time increases and efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetester configuration complexityVSAvoidtesting time
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the testing functions across multiple testers, with each tester dedicated to specific testing tasks. This functional segmentation enables simultaneous execution of electrical stress tests and power-on tests at different positions, significantly reducing total testing time while keeping each individual tester's configuration relatively simple.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements preliminary positioning and configuration of multiple testers at different testing positions before actual testing begins. This preliminary setup includes pre-configuring testing parameters and establishing testing sequences, which allows the system to execute parallel testing efficiently without complex real-time decision-making, thus reducing testing time while maintaining manageable system complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Productivity

If multiple testers operate synchronously with different testing actions, then testing efficiency is improved, but the coordination and control complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetesting efficiencyVSAvoidtester coordination complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dynamic coordination of multiple testers through a control system that can adjust testing sequences and parameters in real-time. The system dynamically allocates testing tasks to different testers based on their operational status and testing progress, enabling efficient parallel testing while adapting to changing conditions. This dynamic control approach improves testing efficiency while managing coordination complexity through flexible, rule-based control logic.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS11567118B2Testing device of array substrates and testing method
Publication Date: 2023.01.31 HKC CORP LTD
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AI summary

The present application discloses a testing device of array substrates and a testing method. The testing device of array substrates includes: a machine and testing interfaces, the testing interfaces being disposed on the machine; and testers disposed above the machine. There are at least two sets of testers, and the testers synchronously operate according to a preset scheme.