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Frequency synthesizer using universal frequency translation technology

US6694128B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 2000
Grant dateFeb 17, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04B7/12
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Frequency translation and applications of same are described herein, including frequency synthesizers that employ universal frequency translation technology. The universal frequency translation technology includes a device for switching, a device for storing, and an energy transfer signal for controlling the switching device. The energy transfer signal may include pulses having apertures sufficiently wide to effect substantial energy transfer.

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