Overcurrent protection device and overcurrent protection method for electronic modules
US9478977B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02B20/30
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Overcurrent protection devices and methods for electronic modules. In some embodiments, an overcurrent protection system can be implemented for an electronic circuit. The system can include a detection unit configured to detect an overcurrent condition associated with the electronic circuit and generate an overcurrent signal indicative of the overcurrent condition. The system can further include a consumption system in communication with the detection unit. The consumption system can be configured to consume and thereby reduce a current in a path associated with the electronic circuit upon receipt of the overcurrent signal. The consumption system can be further configured to not consume the current when the overcurrent signal ceases.
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