Global Foundries had 16 patents in connectivity during Q1 2024. Global Foundries Inc has filed patents for photonic integrated circuit (PIC) structures with z-stop supports for optical devices, structures for optical couplers with stacked waveguide cores, PIC structures with optical guard elements, structures for polarization rotators with overlapping waveguide cores, and structures with optical components and features with varying thermal conductivities. These innovations aim to improve the performance and functionality of photonic devices. GlobalData’s report on Global Foundries gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Global Foundries grant share with connectivity as a theme is 25% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Recent Patents
Application: Pic structure with wire(S) between z-stop supports on side of optical device attach cavity (Patent ID: US20240103237A1)
The patent filed by Global Foundries Inc. describes a photonic integrated circuit (PIC) structure that includes a substrate with a cavity and z-stop supports for an optical device. The structure also features wires that extend over the cavity and between the z-stop supports, allowing for electrical connections to the optical device. By enabling larger electrical connections to mitigate electromigration issues and providing increased options for electrical connections, this PIC structure offers improved functionality and reliability for optical devices.
The claims associated with the patent detail various aspects of the PIC structure, including the configuration of z-stop supports, wires, and optical devices within the cavity. The method outlined in the patent involves forming z-stop supports on a substrate, creating a cavity with a shoulder for the optical device, and positioning wires to facilitate electrical coupling. Overall, the patent highlights innovative design elements that enhance the performance and electrical connectivity of photonic integrated circuits, particularly in terms of mitigating electromigration issues and expanding options for electrical connections.
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