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DC-DC conversion for a power amplifier using the RF input

US8258875B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 29, 2010
Grant dateSep 4, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 3, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH03F3/195
  • WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A power amplifier system is provided that includes a power amplifier configured to receive an RF input. A DC-DC converter is coupled to the power amplifier. Clocking circuits drive the DC-DC converter. The clocking circuits use the RF input to generate a clock. The clock acts with the DC-DC converter to provide an output voltage used in the power amplifier.

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