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Differential frequency down-conversion using techniques of universal frequency translation technology

US6963734B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 12, 2002
Grant dateNov 8, 2005
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03D7/00
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods, systems, and apparatuses for down-converting an electromagnetic (EM) signal by aliasing the EM signal, and applications thereof are described herein. Reducing or eliminating DC offset voltages and re-radiation generated when down-converting an electromagnetic (EM) signal is also described herein. Down-converting a signal and improving receiver dynamic range is also described herein.

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