Liquid Crystal Variable Capacitor Assembly for Adjustable Dielectrics
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for adjustable elements in electronic devices with improved performance, particularly in capacitors, inductors, and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), as traditional elements fall short in this regard.
Innovation Solution
A manufacturing method is developed for an electronic device that includes providing a substrate and bonding an adjustable element with a liquid crystal layer onto it, utilizing conductive and alignment layers, and sealing the liquid crystal layer between two substrates to create a variable capacitor.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional adjustable elements are used, then device structure is simple, but performance is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs composite material structures including substrate layers, conductive layers, insulating layers, and liquid crystal layers to create adjustable elements with superior performance. The multi-layer composite structure integrates different material properties to achieve both high reliability and electrical functionality while managing the complexity through systematic material selection and arrangement.
2Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable element with liquid crystal layer is bonded onto substrate, then dielectric properties are adjustable, but manufacturing process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-forming conductive layers, insulating layers, and alignment layers on substrates before bonding the adjustable elements. The substrates are prepared with predetermined layer structures and electrical connections in advance, allowing the liquid crystal layer to be integrated subsequently. This sequence simplifies the overall manufacturing by breaking down the complex process into manageable preparatory steps followed by assembly.
3Reliability
If liquid crystal layer is sealed between two substrates, then electrical connectivity is improved, but device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements the nesting principle by placing the liquid crystal layer between two substrate structures that contain conductive and insulating layers. The adjustable element is nested within the sandwich structure of substrates, with conductive layers and insulating layers nested within each substrate. This nested arrangement protects and stabilizes electrical connections while organizing multiple functional layers in a compact, systematic configuration.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The method enhances the performance of adjustable elements by allowing for adjustable dielectric properties, enabling them to function as variable capacitors with improved reliability and electrical connectivity.
Implementation Method 1
The adjustable element includes a liquid crystal layer
Data Source
AI summary
A manufacturing method of an electronic device is provided. The manufacturing method of the electronic device includes: providing a substrate; providing an adjustable element, including a liquid crystal layer; and bonding the adjustable element onto the substrate.