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Multi-layer printed circuit board with signal traces of varying width

US6366466B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 14, 2000
Grant dateApr 2, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 14, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K2201/10159
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A multi-layer printed circuit board that includes a first layer and a second layer that have first and second signal traces, respectively. The first signal trace has a relatively thin section and a relatively thick section. The multi-layer printed circuit board also includes a via that couples the first signal trace to the second signal trace. The first signal trace's relatively thin section is located between its relatively thick section and the via.

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