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Method to increase the tuning voltage range of MOS varactors

US6667539B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 8, 2001
Grant dateDec 23, 2003
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Expiry dateJun 27, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH10D1/66

Abstract

A varactor circuit having an increased tuning range comprises a first varactor in series with a second varactor between first and second terminals. A resistor is connected between the first and second terminals. A tap of the resistor is connected to a junction of the first and second varactors. This circuit effectively doubles tuning range compared to a single varactor.

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