Semiconductor Package With Integrated Wireless And Solar Power Modules

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional semiconductor packages face challenges in miniaturization due to the need for an independent power source, which is hindered by their high integration level and lack of self-powering capabilities.

Innovation Solution

Integration of a power source module within the package, comprising a first power supply module for wireless electromagnetic induction and a second power supply module for solar energy absorption, allowing the package to be self-powered and miniaturized.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Volume of moving object

If an independent power source is integrated into the package, then the package can be self-powered and achieve miniaturization, but the device complexity increases due to the need for multiple power supply modules and their integration

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepackage sizeVSAvoidpower source integration complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple power supply modules (first power supply for electromagnetic induction and second power supply for solar energy) into a single integrated package structure. The power management unit coordinates both power sources, and the encapsulant integrates all components (chip, power supplies, connection members) into one unified device, eliminating the need for separate external power sources and reducing overall system volume.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The package is designed with multi-functional power supply capabilities, where the first power supply module receives power through electromagnetic induction for indoor use, and the second power supply module captures solar energy for outdoor use. The power management unit intelligently switches between these different power sources, making the package universally adaptable to various operating environments without requiring different device configurations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If the package is miniaturized to eliminate external power sources, then portability improves, but the reliability of power supply may deteriorate due to the complexity of integrating multiple power modules

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveportabilityVSAvoidpower supply reliability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the operational parameters of the power supply system by implementing dual power modes (electromagnetic induction for indoor, solar for outdoor) with automatic switching. The power management unit monitors the availability and status of each power source, dynamically adjusting which power supply is active based on environmental conditions, thereby maintaining reliable power delivery across different operating scenarios while keeping the device portable.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Volume of moving object

If high integration level is achieved in the package, then the device becomes more compact, but the ease of manufacture deteriorates due to the complex integration of chip, power supplies, and connection members

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepackage volumeVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs a nested structure where the first power supply module and second power supply module are positioned on opposite sides of the chip, with connection members penetrating through the encapsulant to establish electrical connections. The encapsulant itself serves as a housing that encapsulates and protects all internal components. This nested arrangement allows high integration within a compact volume while maintaining a systematic manufacturing approach where components can be sequentially assembled and connected.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

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

Enables the semiconductor package to be powered both wirelessly indoors and through solar energy outdoors, eliminating the need for an external power source and achieving miniaturization of the electronic system.

Implementation Method 1

a first power supply on the upper surface of the substrate, the first power supply configured to supply power from an external power source

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

a self-powered power supply on the encapsulation member, the self-powered power supply configured to supply power to the semiconductor chip

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSolar energy absorption: Photovoltaic Effect

Data Source

PatentUS10109602B2Package integrated with a power source module
Publication Date: 2018.10.23 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

A package integrated with a power source module may be provided. The package including a substrate having an upper surface and a lower surface, a chip on the upper surface of the substrate, a first power supply on the upper surface of the substrate, the first power supply at one side of the chip, an encapsulant encapsulating the chip and the first power supply, a second power supply on the encapsulant, the second power supply electrically connected with the substrate through a connection member, the connection member penetrating through the encapsulant may be provided.