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Parallel power amplifier and associated methods

US7161423B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 30, 2004
Grant dateJan 9, 2007
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03F2203/21172
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus is provided for use in power amplifiers where multiple parallel power amplifiers provide various output power levels. By selectively enabling and disabling the parallel power amplifiers and combining their outputs, a desired output power can be realized, while choosing a combination of power amplifiers that provide a high efficiency.

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