Chip Semiconductor Science: Why Sensors Are Not Integrated Circuits 2

Integrated circuits gradually manufacture electronic components on silicon wafers through mask technology, layer by layer stacking to form complex circuit structures. The manufacturing process requires precise measurement, control, and cleaning, and employs process steps such as photolithography, etching, and deposition.  diode

3. Functional differences:

The main function of sensors is to convert physical quantities in the environment into electrical signals. Sensors typically have low complexity and power consumption, and can be directly connected to other circuits to provide input data.

Integrated circuits have a wider range of functions, including logical operations, data storage, signal processing, and more. IC is usually used as the core component of computers, mobile phones, electronic devices, etc., and can complete complex tasks.  diode