18.3: Fully Integrated CMOS Microdisplays for Wearable Sports and HMD Applications

Abstract

Large market growth in head-mounted and wearable displays is predicted in the near future covering applications areas such as sport, security and entertainment. These application areas are often cost sensitive and form factor critical. In this paper two novel CMOS microdisplays are presented for application in wearable sports and head-mounted display applications. The microdisplays are implemented in a standard 0.35 μm CMOS process requiring no post-processing. The presented microdisplays offer a cost effective alternative to conventional LC and OLEDbased displays, while maintaining a small form factor.

All Silicon Microdisplay Fabricated Utilizing 0.18 μm CMOS-IC With Monolithic Integration

“…This low voltage all-silicon device can be used in nightvision viewer, Projection display and Helmet mounted display. [18], [19]…”