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Variable switching frequency voltage regulator to optimize power loss

US6639391B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 25, 2002
Grant dateOct 28, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

According to one embodiment, a computer system is disclosed. The computer system includes a central processing unit (CPU) and a voltage regulator coupled to the CPU. The voltage regulator operates at a variable switching frequencies based upon the status of a feedback signal which indicates load transient events.

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