High efficiency multiple power mode linear radio frequency power amplifier
US8324964B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH03F2203/7221
- WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The embodiments disclosed in the detailed description include a power amplifier having a low power mode amplifier, a medium power mode amplifier, and a high power mode amplifier in communication with a radio frequency (RF) output load. The exemplary embodiments of the power amplifier permit a wireless device to select the most power efficient means to transmit an RF signal based upon the desired output power level.
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