18232343. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SUPPRESSING AND MITIGATING HARMONIC DISTORTION IN A CIRCUIT simplified abstract (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SUPPRESSING AND MITIGATING HARMONIC DISTORTION IN A CIRCUIT
Organization Name
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Feng-Wei Kuo of Hsinchu County (TW)
Robert Bogdan Staszewski of Dublin (IE)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SUPPRESSING AND MITIGATING HARMONIC DISTORTION IN A CIRCUIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18232343 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SUPPRESSING AND MITIGATING HARMONIC DISTORTION IN A CIRCUIT
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes systems and methods for reducing harmonic distortion in a circuit. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:
- The circuit includes an RF oscillator and a power amplifier.
- The RF oscillator generates an RF signal.
- The power amplifier amplifies the RF signal to generate an amplified RF signal.
- The power amplifier includes a transformer with primary and secondary windings.
- A feedback capacitor is connected to both the primary and secondary windings.
Potential Applications:
- This technology can be applied in various RF systems, such as wireless communication devices, radar systems, and satellite communication systems.
- It can be used in audio amplifiers, where harmonic distortion can affect sound quality.
- It can be implemented in power electronics systems to improve efficiency and reduce distortion.
Problems Solved:
- Harmonic distortion is a common issue in circuits, causing unwanted signals and reducing overall performance.
- This technology addresses the problem of harmonic distortion by providing a method to suppress and mitigate it.
- By using the feedback capacitor and transformer, the circuit can effectively reduce harmonic distortion.
Benefits:
- The circuit design helps to improve the overall performance of RF systems by reducing harmonic distortion.
- It enhances the quality of audio amplifiers by minimizing distortion and improving sound reproduction.
- The technology can lead to more efficient power electronics systems, reducing energy waste and improving power conversion efficiency.
Original Abstract Submitted
Systems and methods for suppressing and mitigating harmonic distortion in a circuit are disclosed. In one example, a disclosed circuit includes a radio frequency (RF) oscillator and a power amplifier. The RF oscillator is configured to generate an RF signal. The power amplifier is configured to generate an amplified RF signal based on the RF signal. The power amplifier includes a transformer including a primary winding and a secondary winding, and a feedback capacitor electrically coupled to the primary winding and the secondary winding.
