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Method and apparatus for measuring temperature on a silicon device

US7708460B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 28, 2007
Grant dateMay 4, 2010
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01K7/01
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method for measuring temperature on a silicon device includes activating a heat source on the silicon device. A value of a parameter of an electronic component on the silicon device is measured. A temperature associated with the electronic component is determined from the value of the parameter.

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