Programmable biasing for pin diode drivers
US10560062B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 11, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH03F2200/451
- WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Driving circuitry is described that includes multiple programmable bias voltages useful for biasing radio-frequency components such as PIN diodes and gallium-nitride devices. Programmable voltages as high as 30 volts and as low as −20 volts are generated. The drive circuitry can operate from a single, low-voltage power source.
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