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High-power waveguide limiter comprising PIN diodes for millimeter waves

US4571559A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 11, 1984
Grant dateFeb 18, 1986
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Expiry dateOct 11, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S257/926
  • WIPO fieldTelecommunications
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A high-power limiter comprising silicon PIN diodes for millimeter waves is formed by a waveguide associated with a silicon substrate wherein is formed a matrix of PIN diodes. The PIN diodes are formed throughout the thickness of the silicon substrate.

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