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Method and apparatus for device linearization

US6674563B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2001
Grant dateJan 6, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01S5/005
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Various embodiments are disclosed of apparatuses and methods for linearization. A linearized signal can control, for example, a microelectromechanical device, a microelectromechanical device, and/or a device controlling a modulated intensity of electromagnetic energy. Some embodiments include linearization functions such as a logarithm or x/(a+x).

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