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Transfer function implementation using digital impedance synthesis

US6338077B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 1999
Grant dateJan 8, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 28, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03H17/02
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and circuit is provided for digitally synthesizing the impedance of a transfer function. The impedance of the transfer function is digitally synthesized by generating a current that, when combined with an input voltage, results in the impedance of the transfer function. This is accomplished by sensing the input signal and processing it with a generator or multiplier such that a voltage is produced. The produced voltage controls a current source and creates a current having a value equal to the inverse of the transfer function impedance. The sensed or input voltage divided by the generated current is equal to the impedance of the transfer function. In this manner, many different transfer functions can be digitally synthesized without having to design an alternate circuit.

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