High gain detector amplifier with enhanced dynamic range for single photon read-out of photodetectors

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PATENT NO 6900839
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09675487

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An ultra-low noise, high gain interface pixel amplifier is provided with capability for single-photon readout of standard photodetectors at high electrical bandwidths for diverse spectral bandpass from the x-ray to long IR bands. The detector charge modulates a source follower whose output is double sampled to remove correlated noise by a compact stage that also provides optimum level shift for subsequent amplification of the full signal excursion. The level-shifted signal finally drives a compact amplifier that generates a robust end-to-end transimpedance. Single-photon readout of photodetectors at high electrical bandwidths in small pixel areas is thereby facilitated.

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SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD129 SAMSUNG-RO YEONGTONG-GU SUWON-SI GYEONGGI-DO 16677

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Kozlowski, Lester J Simi Valley, CA 33 870
Tennant, William E Thousand Oaks, CA 24 438

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