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Dual-input DC-DC converter with integrated ideal diode function

US7709976B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 19, 2005
Grant dateMay 4, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02J9/061
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Novel system for supplying power from multiple power sources to a powered device has first and second input power supplies for respectively providing power from first and second power sources. An input selector circuit is responsive to the first and second input power supplies for producing an input power supply signal provided to a power regulator, such as a DC-DC converter, for generating a regulated output power supply signal. The power regulator includes a first transistor device controlled to support conversion of the input power supply signal into the output power supply signal if the input power supply signal is provided by the first input power supply, and a second transistor device controlled to support conversion of the input power supply signal into the output power supply signal if the input power supply signal is provided by the second input power supply.

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