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Processor having real-time power conservation

US9021283B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 30, 2004
Grant dateApr 28, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus having a processing unit and a monitor for monitoring activity associated with said processing unit. The monitor enables selective lowering of the frequency of clock signals, or stopping and starting of clock signals, being received by said processing unit in response to a changing level of activity associated with said processing unit.

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