Semiconductor Light Emitting Element Protrusions Recesses
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manufacturing variations in the inclination angle of side surfaces of semiconductor light emitting elements lead to changes in light distribution characteristics, affecting the stability of light distribution.
Innovation Solution
The semiconductor light emitting element features inclined side surfaces with a reflecting layer and protrusions or recesses, which scatter light and reduce dependence on the inclination angle, ensuring stable light distribution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If the side surfaces of the semiconductor light emitting element have a simple inclined shape, then the manufacturing process is simple, but the light distribution characteristics change due to manufacturing variation in the inclination angle
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by creating protrusions and recesses at specific locations on the side surfaces of the semiconductor light emitting element. These localized structural modifications are concentrated on the light-emitting side surfaces while maintaining simplicity elsewhere, thereby improving light distribution stability without significantly complicating the overall manufacturing process.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional inclined surface to a three-dimensional surface with protrusions and recesses. By adding vertical dimensionality to the side surfaces through these structural features, the patent achieves more stable light distribution characteristics while maintaining manufacturing feasibility through standard semiconductor processing techniques.
2Reliability
If protrusions and recesses are added to the side surfaces to stabilize light distribution, then light distribution stability improves, but the manufacturing process becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs parameter changes by systematically varying the dimensions, spacing, and distribution patterns of protrusions and recesses on the side surfaces. By optimizing parameters such as protrusion height, recess depth, and their periodic arrangement, the patent achieves stable light distribution while controlling structural complexity through quantifiable design parameters.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the side surfaces into multiple discrete protrusion and recess regions rather than creating a continuous complex structure. This segmentation allows each feature to be independently formed using standard photolithography and etching processes, thereby reducing overall manufacturing complexity while achieving the desired light distribution stability.
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
This design stabilizes light distribution by scattering light and preventing concentration in specific directions, minimizing the impact of manufacturing irregularities on light emitting elements.
Implementation Method 1
a light reflecting portion made of a light reflecting material is closely adhered to the side surfaces of the light emitting element
Implementation Method 2
at least a region of each side surface has a plurality of protrusions or recesses or both
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AI summary
A semiconductor light emitting element in which changes in light distribution characteristics due to inclination angle of side surfaces are suppressed. The semiconductor light emitting element includes a semiconductor structure having a light extracting surface as its upper surface; a reflecting layer disposed on side surfaces of the semiconductor structure; and a positive electrode and a negative electrode disposed on a lower surface of the semiconductor structure. Side surfaces of the semiconductor structure are inclined, expanding upward from the lower surface to the upper surface. At least a portion of each side surface includes a plurality of protrusions, a plurality of recesses, or a combination thereof.


