18221128. DIFFERENTIAL SIGNALING CIRCUIT FOR CORRECTING FOR DUTY CHANGE DUE TO NBTI DEGRADATION, OPERATING METHOD THEREOF, AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)

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DIFFERENTIAL SIGNALING CIRCUIT FOR CORRECTING FOR DUTY CHANGE DUE TO NBTI DEGRADATION, OPERATING METHOD THEREOF, AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME

Organization Name

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Jehoon Kim of Suwon-si (KR)

DONGHO Shin of Suwon-si (KR)

JUNG-JUNE Park of Suwon-si (KR)

HYUNSUK Kang of Suwon-si (KR)

CHIWEON Yoon of Suwon-si (KR)

DIFFERENTIAL SIGNALING CIRCUIT FOR CORRECTING FOR DUTY CHANGE DUE TO NBTI DEGRADATION, OPERATING METHOD THEREOF, AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18221128 titled 'DIFFERENTIAL SIGNALING CIRCUIT FOR CORRECTING FOR DUTY CHANGE DUE TO NBTI DEGRADATION, OPERATING METHOD THEREOF, AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE INCLUDING THE SAME

Simplified Explanation

The differential signaling circuit described in the patent application includes a differential amplifier, first and second signal path circuits, a phase control circuit, and a duty ratio correction circuit.

  • The circuit is designed to generate differential signals and control their duty ratios to be equal to each other.
  • The phase control circuit ensures that the output DC signals have a common level in a first operating period and transmits the differential signals to the respective signal path circuits in a second operating period.

Potential Applications

The differential signaling circuit can be used in high-speed data transmission systems, communication networks, and audio/video equipment where precise signal control is required.

Problems Solved

1. Ensures equal duty ratios of the differential signals, improving signal integrity and reducing errors. 2. Provides a mechanism for controlling the phase and level of signals, enhancing overall system performance.

Benefits

1. Improved signal quality and reliability. 2. Enhanced data transmission speeds. 3. Greater control over signal phase and level.

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing signal transmission in telecommunications equipment, high-speed data networks, and audio/video systems.

Possible Prior Art

Prior art may include similar circuits used in communication systems, data transmission equipment, and signal processing applications.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to existing differential signaling circuits in terms of performance and efficiency?

The article does not provide a direct comparison with existing technologies, making it difficult to assess the advantages of this specific circuit over others.

What are the specific design considerations that went into developing this differential signaling circuit?

The article does not delve into the specific design choices or considerations that led to the development of this circuit, leaving a gap in understanding the thought process behind its creation.


Original Abstract Submitted

A differential signaling circuit is provided. The differential signaling circuit includes: a differential amplifier configured to generate differential signals; a first signal path circuit; a second signal path circuit; a phase control circuit configured to receive the differential signals having a common phase, output DC signals having a common level in a first operating period, and transmit the differential signals to the first signal path circuit and the second signal path circuit, respectively, in a second operating period; and a duty ratio correction circuit connected between the first signal path circuit and the second signal path circuit, and configured to control duty ratios of the differential signals to be equal to each other in the second operating period.