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Current sense with virtual ground

US5491404A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 8, 1994
Grant dateFeb 13, 1996
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG05F1/565
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method and apparatus for reducing the effects of ground float upon electrical signal measurements in an electronic control system. The signals are measured with respect to a virtual ground rather than signal or chassis ground, where the virtual ground provides a regular and reliable signal level regardless of circuit electrical variances.

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