Cubic Camera Holder Panel Assembly for Smaller Module Packaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional camera manufacturing methods using a wafer as a structural base result in a step-like structure, making it difficult to reduce the size of the camera.
Innovation Solution
A manufacturing method for a cubic camera using a holder panel with opaque holders and lenses, where sensor package components are assembled and sealed before slicing into individual units, allowing for advanced manufacturing and prevention of defective components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a wafer is used as a structural base for manufacturing cameras, then the manufacturing process can be simplified, but the camera size cannot be reduced further and a step-like structure is formed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the camera manufacturing into modular components: holder panels with multiple holders, sensor package components, and lens assemblies. Each holder can independently accommodate sensor and lens components, allowing for segmented assembly that reduces overall camera size while maintaining manufacturing simplicity through standardized modules
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a planar wafer-based structure to a three-dimensional cubic configuration. Holders are arranged in vertical stacks with sensors and lenses positioned at different heights and depths, creating a cubic architecture that reduces the footprint area while maintaining manufacturing efficiency
2Adaptability or versatility
If sensor package components are assembled after holder panel formation, then assembly flexibility is improved, but defective components cannot be prevented and yield rate is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary assembly of sensor package components and lens assemblies into holders before finalizing the holder panel structure. This allows for early detection and removal of defective components during the assembly process, improving yield rate while maintaining flexibility through modular design that permits reconfiguration if needed
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AI summary
A cubic camera includes a camera lens, a sensor package component assembled to the camera lens, and a compound body. The camera lens includes a holder and a lens. The holder is opaque and has a top surface, a bottom surface, and a surrounding lateral surface that is connected to the top surface and the bottom surface. The holder has an accommodating slot recessed in the bottom surface and a thru-hole that is recessed in the top surface and that is in spatial communication with the accommodating slot. The lens is arranged in the accommodating slot. The compound body is formed on the bottom surface of the holder and covers the surrounding lateral side of the sensor package component. The compound body has an outer lateral surface having an annular shape and being flush with the surrounding lateral surface of the holder.