Miniature passive structures, high frequency electrostatic discharge protection networks, and high frequency electrostatic discharge protection schemes
US9496253B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
- WIPO fieldSemiconductors
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
According to various embodiments, a miniature passive structure for electrostatic discharge protection and input/output matching for a high frequency integrated circuit may be provided. The structure may include: either a transmission line or an inductor for providing at least one electrostatic discharge path; and a capacitor with a first end connected to the transmission line or inductor and a second end connected to ground.
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