Electronic matrix arrays and method for making the same

Abstract From the Canadian patent

The specification describes an electronic matrix array which includes a plurality of first spaced apart address lines and a plurality of second spaced apart address lines. The second address lines cross at an angle and are spaced from the first address lines to form a plurality of crossover points therewith. Diode means between each of the crossover points establish selectable current paths through respective pairs of the first and second address lines. Each diode means includes a body of semiconductor material between the first and second address lines at the crossover points and has an effective current conduction cross-sectional area formed by the overlapping juxtaposed common surface …