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Multi-diode semiconductor device and method of operation therefor

US11195825B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 22, 2019
Grant dateDec 7, 2021
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Expiry dateAug 3, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10D89/819
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A semiconductor device arrangement and a method of operating a semiconductor device arrangement. The semiconductor device can be arranged for bidirectional operation. The semiconductor device arrangement can comprise: a field effect transistor comprising first and second input terminals; a control terminal; a first diode connected between the first terminal and the control terminal; and a second diode connected between the second terminal and the control terminal; wherein the first terminal and the second terminal are configured and arranged to be connected to respective signal lines.

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