According to one embodiment, the optoelectronic component includes a planar upper side, which is formed by the optical element or by encapsulation. In this way, in particular, the further processing is simplified since the planar surface can be damaged less easily. For example, application of protective glass is not necessary.
In the drawings, like reference characters generally refer to the same parts throughout the different views. The drawings are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead generally being placed upon illustrating the principles of the illumination apparatus.
In the following description, various aspects are described with reference to the following drawings, in which: