DB HiTek to expand specialized image sensors portfolio

[Courtesy of DB HiTek]

DB HiTek, a semiconductor foundry and made-to-order company in South Korea, announced on Monday that it plans to develop a specialized process for next-generation image sensors by the end of 2024. The company aims to expand its portfolio in the niche image sensor market, focusing on technologies including the global shutter.

The global shutter is a sensor that captures images of fast-moving objects without distortion, making it highly sought after in various fields, including machine vision, automotive, drones, robotics, and medical devices.

The company said it will develop the latest 6Tr charge domain global shutter process and deliver it to its customers within the year.

DB HiTek is also developing a process for single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) sensors. These ultra-sensitive 3D photodetectors can detect faint light signals at the particle level and are used in applications such as autonomous vehicles, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) devices, robotics, and smartphones.

Leveraging the global shutter and second-generation SPAD processes, DB HiTek plans to actively support fabless customers in expanding their specialized image sensor businesses. The company is currently collaborating with leading global firms in the United States, Europe, China, and Japan to develop advanced products using its cutting-edge processes.