18247784. Semiconductor Device and Multi-Turn Encoder simplified abstract (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation)
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Semiconductor Device and Multi-Turn Encoder
Organization Name
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Inventor(s)
Akio Kamimurai of Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (JP)
Takeshi Musha of Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (JP)
Semiconductor Device and Multi-Turn Encoder - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18247784 titled 'Semiconductor Device and Multi-Turn Encoder
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an environmental power generation device that charges a capacitor connected to a power supply line. When the power generation voltage reaches a certain level, a voltage comparison circuit sends a signal to power on the internal circuit of a semiconductor device. A setting change circuit allows for the adjustment of the power-on criterion voltage based on user input.
- Environmental power generation device charges a capacitor connected to a power supply line
- Voltage comparison circuit detects when the power generation voltage reaches a certain level
- Signal from the voltage comparison circuit powers on the internal circuit of a semiconductor device
- Setting change circuit allows for adjustment of the power-on criterion voltage based on user input
Potential Applications
- Renewable energy generation systems
- Energy harvesting devices
- Power supply systems for remote or off-grid locations
Problems Solved
- Efficient utilization of environmental power generation
- Reliable power-on mechanism for semiconductor devices
- Flexibility in adjusting power-on criterion voltage
Benefits
- Increased energy efficiency
- Improved reliability of semiconductor devices
- Customizable power-on criterion voltage for different applications
Original Abstract Submitted
An environmental power generation device outputs power generation charges to a power supply line to which a capacitor is connected. When a power generation voltage corresponding to a charging voltage for the capacitor is equal to or higher than an power-on criterion voltage, a voltage comparison circuit outputs a voltage detection signal. An internal circuit of a semiconductor device is powered on in response to the voltage detection signal. A setting change circuit switches the power-on criterion voltage in accordance with a setting input.
