Robert Bosch GmbH patent applications published on October 12th, 2023

Summary of the patent applications from Robert Bosch GmbH on October 12th, 2023

• Robert Bosch GmbH has filed several recent patents related to electronic components, EMC filters, comparator units, transimpedance amplifiers, electric drive systems, circuit arrangements, autonomous driving assistance systems, vehicle event data recording, machine learning model performance improvement, and diagnostic code linking.
• The electronic component patent describes a high-frequency application component with an integrated circuit and signal coupling elements.
• The EMC filter patent focuses on a multilayer circuit carrier with filter capacitors for control devices.
• The comparator unit patent involves comparing reference and comparison currents to adjust other comparator units.
• The two-stage transimpedance amplifier patent aims to reduce noise in signals by using two connected amplifiers.
• The electric drive system patent involves adjusting modulation methods and switching frequency based on rotor temperature.
• The circuit arrangement patent determines a parameter based on choke current zero crossings.
• The autonomous driving assistance system patent determines a fault tolerant time interval based on sensitive parameter relationships.
• The vehicle event data recording patent involves storing and managing data frames in volatile memory.
• The machine learning model performance improvement patent generates training data by replacing foregrounds in images.
• The diagnostic code linking patent associates problem-solution descriptions with diagnostic codes using training data.

Patent applications for Robert Bosch GmbH on October 12th, 2023

A Controller and a Method to Determine a Swim Stroke (18043152)

Inventor Tomar Mahima

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a controller that receives input from an accelerometer and has various modules to process and analyze the input signal. The controller has an interface for input and output, a filter module to clean the input signal, and a stroke segmentation module to determine parameters and generate an envelope signal. The controller can then determine the swim stroke of a swimmer based on the filtered input signal and the envelope signal. Additionally, there is an activity detection module that works together with the stroke segmentation module.

Abstract

A controller is connected to receive an input signal from at least one accelerometer. The controller comprises an interface facilitating input and output pins/ports, and a filter module to filter the input signal from at least one accelerometer. The controller includes a stroke segmentation module configured to determine at least two parameters comprising a first parameter and a second parameter from the filtered input signal, generate an envelope signal using the at least two parameters and the filtered input signal, and determine the swim stroke of the swimmer based on the filtered input signal and the envelope signal. Further, an activity detection module is used in combination with the stroke segmentation module.

Method for Controlling a Robotic Device (18295389)

Inventor Markus Spies

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method for controlling a robotic device. The method involves controlling the device to perform a series of actions based on a control vector, which indicates the action to be performed for a specific control situation. The method also includes evaluating the performance of a specified task by determining values of multiple target metrics. 

To improve the performance of the specified task, the method adjusts the probability distribution of the control vectors. This adjustment increases the probability of selecting control vectors that have resulted in high evaluations and have satisfied at least one target condition.

In the current control scenario, a control vector is randomly selected based on the adjusted probability distribution. The robotic device is then controlled to perform a series of actions according to the selected control vector for each observed control situation.

Abstract

A method for controlling a robotic device includes, for each control vector from a plurality of control vectors: controlling the robotic device to perform a sequence of actions, the control vector indicating which action is to be performed for a respectively observed control situation; and determining, by the sequence of actions, values of multiple target metrics that evaluate the performance of a specified task. The method then adjusts a probability distribution of the control vectors such that the probability of control vectors is increased for which the specified task was performed with high evaluations and the multiple target metrics have satisfied at least one target condition; randomly selects a control vector according to the probability distribution for performing the task in a current control scenario; and controls the robotic device to perform a sequence of actions, the control vector indicating which action is performed for a respectively observed control situation.

METHOD FOR CONNECTING A FILM TO A SUBSTRATE (18296483)

Inventor Andreas Markus Uyttendaele

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method for connecting a film to a substrate. The method involves bringing the film and substrate together and applying a clamping force in a specific region to establish contact between the two. The film and substrate are then heated in a connecting region to bond them together. Despite the clamping force being maintained during the heating process, the film and substrate can still be moved relative to each other in the clamping region.

Abstract

A method for connecting a film () to a substrate () includes providing () a film () and a substrate (), bringing () the film () and the substrate () together, applying () at least one clamping force in at least one clamping region (), in which the clamping force acts to establish a contact of the film () with the substrate (), and heating () the film () and/or substrate () in at least a respective connecting region () in which the film () and the substrate () are connected together. The clamping force is maintained during the heating process, yet the film () and the substrate () can be moved relative to one another in the clamping region ().

CHARGING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING THE CHARGING DEVICE (17767701)

Inventor Thomas Plum

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a charging device that includes an input terminal for connecting to a power source, an output terminal for connecting to a battery that needs to be charged, and a transformer. The primary winding of the transformer is connected to the input terminal through a primary circuit, and the secondary winding is connected to the output terminal through a secondary circuit.

Abstract

The invention relates to a charging device (), comprising: an input-side first terminal (__) for connecting to an electrical energy source (); an output-side second terminal (__) for connecting to a battery () to be charged; and a transformer (), the primary winding (_) of which is electrically connected to the first terminal (__) by means of a primary circuit () and the secondary winding (_) of which is electrically connected to the second terminal (__) by means of a secondary circuit ().

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REDUCING THE NUMBER OF ANALOG INPUTS AT A CONTROL DEVICE (18042013)

Inventor Jonathan Mueller

Brief explanation

The abstract describes an invention that aims to reduce the number of analog inputs required for a control device. The invention suggests transmitting at least two distinct physical signals through a single analog input of the control device.

Abstract

The invention relates to a device and a method for reducing the number of analog inputs at a control device (). It is proposed that at least two physical signals, which are different from each other, are transmitted at an analog input of the control device ().

Control Method for Moving an Electromechanical Parking Brake (18249002)

Inventor Frank Baehrle-Miller

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a control method for an electromechanical parking brake. The method involves using an actuator-control unit to move the actuator of the parking brake. A writable, non-volatile memory unit is used to store position data about the current actuator position. If there is a write error while storing the position data, the actuation of the actuator continues. Once the write error is detected, a synchronization process is initiated independently of the actuator's movement. This process ensures that the position data stored in the memory unit accurately represents the actuator's position.

Abstract

A control method for moving an electromechanical parking brake, according to which method an actuator of the parking brake is moved by actuation by means of an actuator-control unit, wherein a writable, non-volatile memory unit is provided in which position data concerning the current actuator position of the actuator is stored so as to be readable and writable, and according to which method, when a write error occurs while writing the position data to the memory unit, the actuation of the actuator for moving said actuator is continued, and, when the write error is detected, a synchronization process is carried out independently of the actuation of the actuator so that, upon completion of this synchronization process, the position data stored in the memory unit correctly represents the actuator position of the actuator.

Computer-Implemented Method for Training an Articial Intelligence Module to Determine a Tire Type of a Motor Vehicle (18042262)

Inventor Julio Borges

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a computer-based method for training an artificial intelligence module to determine the type of tire on a motor vehicle. The method involves using a dataset that includes ultrasound data, speed data, and tire data. The ultrasound data captures the sound waves produced by the rolling tire, the speed data records the vehicle's speed, and the tire data identifies the type of tire. The method then generates a modified training dataset by organizing the ultrasound and speed data as input and the tire data as output. Finally, the AI module is trained using this modified dataset.

Abstract

A computer-implemented method for training an artificial intelligence module to determine a tire type of a motor vehicle is disclosed. The method includes providing a measured value dataset on a data carrier, wherein the measured value dataset contains at least one data entry regarding ultrasound data, speed data and tire data, wherein the ultrasound data describe at least one ultrasonic wave that was produced by rolling of a tire of the motor vehicle, wherein the speed data describe a speed of the motor vehicle, wherein the tire data describe a tire type of the motor vehicle. The method further includes generating a modified training dataset based on the measured value dataset. Generating the modified training dataset includes (i) forming an input dataset based on the ultrasound data and the speed data of the measured value dataset, (ii) forming an output dataset based on the tire data of the measured value dataset, and (iii) training the AI module based on the modified training dataset.

METHOD FOR ADJUSTING A FUEL MASS TO BE INJECTED (18295172)

Inventor Alexandre Wagner

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method for adjusting the amount of fuel injected into an internal combustion engine. The method involves determining the amount of air entering the engine and calculating the appropriate amount of fuel to be injected. The air-fuel ratio in the exhaust system is also determined and adjusted over time. Based on this adjusted ratio and the calculated fuel amount, a first wall film fuel mass is calculated, which is then used to adjust the fuel injection further.

Abstract

A method for adjusting a fuel mass to be injected into an internal combustion engine. The internal combustion engine including an intake tract, at least one cylinder, and an exhaust tract. In the method, an air mass introduced into the internal combustion engine is ascertained and a fuel mass to be injected into the internal combustion engine is determined. An air-fuel ratio in the exhaust tract of the internal combustion engine is determined which is adjusted in time. Based on the time-adjusted air-fuel ratio and the calculated fuel mass to be injected, a first wall film fuel mass is calculated and the fuel mass to be injected is adjusted based on the first wall film fuel mass.

Method and Apparatus for Operating a System for Detecting an Anomaly of an Electrical Energy Store for a Device by Means of Machine Learning Methods (18190548)

Inventor Christian Simonis

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a computer-based method for detecting anomalies in the behavior of an electrical energy store in a technical device. The method involves monitoring the profile of at least one operating variable of the energy store and extracting relevant features from this profile. An anomaly detection model, specifically an autoencoder, is then used to evaluate the features and generate a reconstructed input vector. Based on the difference between the reconstructed input vector and the original input vector, an error is signaled to indicate the presence of an anomaly.

Abstract

A computer-implemented method for determining an anomaly of a behavior of an electrical energy store in a technical device includes sensing an operating variable profile of at least one operating variable of the electrical energy store, and determining at least one feature from the sensed operating variable profile of the at least one operating variable of the electrical energy store. The method further includes evaluating an anomaly detection model using an autoencoder with a supplied input vector that includes or depends on the determined at least one feature, in order to determine a reconstructed input vector, and signaling an error based on a reconstruction error between the reconstructed input vector and the supplied input vector.

METHOD FOR CALIBRATING A PLURALITY OF CURRENT SENSORS, BATTERY SYSTEM (18186317)

Inventor Mathis Wolf

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method for calibrating multiple current sensors that are connected in series. The method involves determining the temperature difference between the sensors, measuring temperature and current values of each sensor at different temperatures and currents, calculating averaged current values for two sensors based on the measured values, calculating a current regression area for each sensor based on temperature and current deviations, and calculating a TCR (temperature coefficient of resistance) regression curve or area for each sensor based on the intersection and deviation of the current regression areas and the temperature difference between the sensors.

Abstract

A method for calibrating a plurality of current sensors connected in series. The method include determining a temperature difference between the current sensors; sensing temperature values and current values of the respective current sensors at different temperatures and currents; calculating averaged current values of two current sensors based on the current measured values sensed by the respective current sensors; calculating a current regression area for the respective current sensors through measurement points that are dependent on the temperature of the respective current sensors and the deviation of the current values sensed by the respective current sensors relative to one another; and calculating a TCR regression curve or a TCR regression area for the respective current sensors based on a deviation and an intersection curve of the respective current regression areas relative to one another and/or relative to an averaged current regression area and a temperature difference between the current sensors.

Radar Sensor System, Modulation Apparatus and Method (18156763)

Inventor Tianyi Yu

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a radar sensor system that consists of multiple groups of radar sensors. Each radar sensor in a group has a unique serial number. The system also includes a modulation device that controls the modulation of the radar sensors. The modulation device ensures that radar sensors within the same group transmit radar signals with different time modulation, while radar sensors with corresponding serial numbers in different groups transmit radar signals with the same time modulation.

Abstract

Provided in the present disclosure are a radar sensor system, and a modulation device and method thereof. The radar sensor system includes a plurality of groups of radar sensors, and each radar sensor has a serial number corresponding to an order thereof in the group. The modulation device is configured to perform modulation control on the plurality of groups of radar sensors, such that the radar sensors in the same group transmit radar signals by different time modulation and the radar sensors with the corresponding serial numbers in different groups transmit radar signals by the same time modulation.

Method for Creating an Environment Model (18296509)

Inventor Marcus O'Connor

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method for creating a model of an environment. This method involves using measurement data obtained from a satellite navigation system. The data is then classified based on its line of sight, and wall objects are generated as a result.

Abstract

A method for creating an environment model includes receiving measurement data from a satellite navigation system, classifying the measurement data with respect to a line of sight, and generating wall objects.

Method for Estimating at least One System State by Means of a Kalman Filter (18182056)

Inventor Simon Weissenmayer

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method called the Kalman filter, which is used to estimate the state of a system. This method takes measured values from sensors and uses them to predict and correct the estimated state. The method involves determining the state description at a given time step, considering the previous state description. It also determines a filtered state description at the same time step, considering the determined state description and the filtered state description from the previous time step. Additionally, the method determines information about the reliability of the prediction at the time step, considering the determined state description and the filtered state description.

Abstract

In a method for estimating at least one system state using a Kalman filter, measured values measured by at least one sensor are fed to the Kalman filter and the Kalman filter outputs an estimation result and at least one associated item of information concerning the reliability of the estimation result by carrying out a prediction step and a correction step. The method includes determining a description of a state in a time step taking into account a description of a state from a previous time step, determining a filtered description of the state at the same time step taking into account the description of the determined state and a filtered description of a state from a previous time step, and determining information concerning the reliability of the prediction at the time step taking into account the description of the determined state and the filtered description of the determined state.

METHOD FOR PROJECTING IMAGE CONTENTS ONTO A USER'S RETINA BY WAY OF AN OPTICAL SYSTEM (18187164)

Inventor Robert Wolf

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method for projecting images onto a user's retina using an optical system. The process involves projecting a light beam onto a diverting unit, which then redirects the beam towards the user's eye. Any deviation of the projected light beam from the desired state is recorded and stored. Based on this deviation, second image data is generated using an image-processing device. These second image data are then received and projected at different time intervals using the projector unit.

Abstract

A method for projecting image contents onto a user’s retina using an optical system. A light beam is first projected onto a diverting unit of the optical system using a projector unit of the optical system. The light beam is subsequently diverted to the position of the user’s eye. An ascertained deviation of an actual state of the projected light beam diverted by the diverting unit from a desired state is stored using memory unit. Second image data are generated using an image-processing device based on the stored and ascertained deviation of the actual state of the projected light beam from the desired state. The second image data are received using the projector unit. The received second image data are projected at successive second time intervals using the projector unit. At least two of the second time intervals differ from one another in terms of time.

METHOD FOR DETERMINING A CURRENT VIEWING DIRECTION OF A USER OF DATA GLASSES WITH A VIRTUAL RETINA DISPLAY AND DATA GLASSES (18189520)

Inventor Johannes Meyer

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method for determining the current viewing direction of a user wearing data glasses with a virtual retina scan display. The method involves projecting infrared laser beams onto the user's eye and capturing images of the reflected beams. By analyzing the pupil contours in these images, the user's instantaneous viewing direction can be determined by comparing the shape of the pupil with a reference shape.

Abstract

A method for determining a current viewing direction of a user of a pair of data glasses having a virtual retina scan display. The method includes at least the method steps: projecting at least substantially parallel infrared laser beams onto an eye of a user of the data glasses, acquiring two-dimensional images from the infrared laser beams reflected back by the eye of the user, and determining pupil contours in the acquired two-dimensional images. The instantaneous viewing direction of the user of the data glasses is ascertained from a comparison of an instantaneous elliptical shape of the pupil contour with an elliptical shape of a reference pupil contour.

System and Method to Generate Interpretable Embeddings for Domain Specific Small Corpus (18189883)

Inventor Rishabh Gupta

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method and system for creating understandable representations of a small collection of text documents. The system cleans the documents and then uses a technique called semantic infusion to create a new corpus. The system then generates embeddings (representations) of the new corpus using a technique called word2vec. The system also creates baseline embeddings for comparison. These embeddings can be evaluated for interpretability and performance in classification tasks.

Abstract

A method and systems for generating interpretable and embeddings for a domain-specific small corpus of text-based documents are described. A processing module may obtain the plurality of text-based documents and perform a basic cleaning of each of the plurality of text-based documents. Further, the semantic infusion module may generate the semantically infused corpus using the semantic infusion technique. An embedding generation module is configured to compute the optimal dimensionality for the infused corpus and generate the infused optimal dimensional embeddings using word2vec technique. Further, the embedding generation module is configured to generate baseline optimal dimensional embeddings which can be used to evaluate in terms of interpretability and downstream classification task performance.--

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ASSOCIATING DIAGNOSTIC CODES WITH PROBLEM-SOLUTION DESCRIPTIONS (17658759)

Inventor HyeongSik Kim

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method for linking diagnostic codes with problem-solution descriptions. The method involves using a subset of training data pairs, which consist of diagnostic codes and their corresponding problem-solution descriptions. Additional problem-solution descriptions that are not yet associated with any diagnostic codes are also received. A second subset of training data pairs is then generated by associating these new problem-solution descriptions with their respective diagnostic codes, using the initial subset of training data pairs. A model is then trained using this data to effectively link diagnostic codes with problem-solution descriptions.

Abstract

A method for associating diagnostic codes with problem-solution descriptions is disclosed. The method comprises receiving a first subset of a plurality of training data pairs. Each training data pair in the first plurality of training data pairs includes (i) a respective diagnostic code and (ii) a respective problem-solution description associated with the respective diagnostic code. The method further comprises receiving a plurality of problem-solution descriptions that are not yet associated with any diagnostic codes. The method further comprises generating a second subset of the plurality of training data pairs by associating the plurality of problem-solution descriptions with respective diagnostic codes, using the first subset of the plurality of training data pairs. The method further comprises training a model using on the plurality of training data pairs. The at least one model is configured to associate diagnostic codes with problem-solution descriptions.

DATA AUGMENTATION FOR DOMAIN GENERALIZATION (17716590)

Inventor Laura BEGGEL

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method and system for improving the performance of a machine learning model by generating training data. The process involves selecting a source image and a target image from a database. An image segmenter is used to create segmentation masks for both images, separating the foreground and background regions. The foreground and background regions of both images are determined based on these masks. The target image's foreground is then removed and replaced with the source image's foreground, resulting in an augmented image with the source image's foreground and the target image's background. This augmented image is added to the training data for the machine learning model.

Abstract

Methods and systems are disclosed for generating training data for a machine learning model for better performance of the model. A source image is selected from an image database, along with a target image. An image segmenter is utilized with the source image to generate a source image segmentation mask having a foreground region and a background region. The same is performed with the target image to generate a target image segmentation mask having a foreground region and a background region. Foregrounds and backgrounds of the source image and target image are determined based on the masks. The target image foreground is removed from the target image, and the source image foreground is inserted into the target image to create an augmented image having the source image foreground and the target image background. The training data for the machine learning model is updated to include this augmented image.

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR RECORDING EVENT DATA IN A VEHICLE (18024580)

Inventor Andreas Markus Brodt

Brief explanation

This abstract describes a method for recording event data in a vehicle. The method involves continuously receiving vehicle data from at least one vehicle system and writing it as event data in data frames of a specific size. These data frames are stored in a volatile memory. The stored data frames are managed and kept in the volatile memory until they become older than a predetermined maximum pre-event point in time. Alternatively, they can be stored persistently in a non-volatile memory if a specific event is recognized. The method also involves dividing the received reference information of the data frames into partitions of a specific size, and writing them in any time sequence. Subsequences of the written reference information in the partitions are randomly sorted and marked.

Abstract

A method for recording event data in a vehicle. Vehicle data are received continuously from at least one vehicle system and are written as event data in data frames of a predetermined size. The individual data frames are stored in at least one volatile memory. The stored data frames are managed and kept available in the at least one volatile memory until the event data stored in the individual data frames are older than a predetermined maximum pre-event point in time, or are stored persistently in at least one non-volatile memory in reaction to a recognized predetermined event. At least one partition of a predetermined size is provided, into which the received reference information of the individual data frames is written in any time sequence. Temporally randomly-sorted subsequences of the written reference information of the individual data frames in the at least one partition are ascertained and marked.

Method and Apparatus for Determining Fault Tolerant Time Interval (FTTI) of Autonomous Driving Assistance System (18296113)

Inventor Yingjie Yu

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method for determining a fault tolerant time interval (FTTI) for an autonomous driving assistance system. This method involves receiving results from emulations or vehicle tests that show the relationship between a sensitive parameter and the duration of a fault. It also includes receiving results from a controllability study. Based on a safety target related to the sensitive parameter, the FTTI is determined using a database that includes the emulation or vehicle test results and the controllability study results. The abstract also mentions an apparatus, a computer storage medium, and a computer program product for determining the FTTI.

Abstract

A method for determining a fault tolerant time interval (FTTI) of an autonomous driving assistance system is disclosed. The method includes (i) receiving an emulation result and/or a vehicle test result, wherein the emulation result and/or the vehicle test result includes a relationship between a sensitive parameter and a fault duration, (ii) receiving a controllability study result; and (iii) determining the fault tolerant time interval (FTTI) from a database including the emulation result and/or the vehicle test result and the controllability study result on the basis of a safety target related to the sensitive parameter. An apparatus for determining a fault tolerant time interval (FTTI) of an autonomous driving assistance system, a computer storage medium, and a computer program product are also disclosed.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ASCERTAINING A PARAMETER, SAID PARAMETER CHARACTERIZING A CURRENT OR A VOLTAGE IN A CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT (18041920)

Inventor Dennis Bura

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a method for determining a parameter that characterizes a current or voltage in a circuit arrangement. The circuit arrangement includes an inductor through which an alternating choke current flows. The method involves determining the duration between two zero crossings of the choke current or the duration between a zero crossing and an apex of the choke current. Based on these durations, the parameter is calculated.

Abstract

Disclosed is a method () for ascertaining a parameter (I_avg, I_N, I_P, V_c), said parameter (I_avg, I_N, I_P, V_c) characterizes a current or a voltage in a circuit arrangement (). The circuit arrangement () comprises an inductor (L) through which an alternating choke current (I_L) flows. The method comprises the steps of: ascertaining () at least one duration (TN) between two zero crossings (N_−, N_+)+) of the choke current (I_L), or a duration (TNE) between a zero crossing (N_−, N_+)+) and an apex (E_−, E_+) of the choke current (I_L); ascertaining () the parameter (I_avg, I_N, I_P, V_c) according to the ascertained duration (TN, TNE).

CONTROL DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD FOR AN ELECTRIC DRIVE SYSTEM, AND ELECTRIC DRIVE SYSTEM (17924796)

Inventor Alexander Rosen

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a new invention that focuses on controlling an electric drive system. The invention involves monitoring the temperature of the rotor in an electrical machine and adjusting the modulation methods and switching frequency used to control the drive system based on the rotor temperature. This adaptation allows for more efficient and effective control of the electric drive system.

Abstract

The present invention relates to controlling an electric drive system. According to the invention, the rotor temperature of an electrical machine is monitored and modulation methods and the switching frequency for controlling the drive system are adapted depending on the rotor temperature.

TRANSIMPEDANCE AMPLIFIER DEVICE AND SENSOR SYSTEM (18297584)

Inventor Robert Wolf

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a device called a two-stage transimpedance amplifier. This device consists of two amplifiers: a transimpedance amplifier and a voltage differential amplifier. The two amplifiers are connected in a specific way where one amplifier receives a signal from the other amplifier as a reference signal. This configuration allows for noise compensation, meaning that any unwanted noise in the signal can be reduced or eliminated. Overall, the device aims to improve the quality of the signal by compensating for noise.

Abstract

A two-stage transimpedance amplifier device having a transimpedance amplifier and a post-connected voltage differential amplifier. One of the two amplifiers receives a signal from the respective other amplifier as a reference signal. In this way, a noise compensation is able to be achieved.

DEVICE INCLUDING A COMPARATOR UNIT AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A DEVICE INCLUDING A COMPARATOR UNIT (18297579)

Inventor Taha Ibrahim Ibrahim Soliman

Brief explanation

The abstract describes a device that includes a comparator unit. This comparator unit has two components: a reference current provision unit that supplies a reference current, and a comparison current provision unit that supplies a comparison current. The purpose of the comparator unit is to compare the reference current with the comparison current and generate a comparison result. Based on this result, the device can adjust the reference current and/or the comparison current of other comparator units.

Abstract

A device including a first comparator unit, the first comparator unit including a first reference current provision unit for providing a first reference current and a first comparison current provision unit for providing a first comparison current, and the first comparator unit being designed to compare the first reference current with the first comparison current in order to obtain a first comparison result and, based on the first comparison result, to influence at least one reference current and/or at least one comparison current of at least one further comparator unit.

EMC FILTER FOR A CONTROL DEVICE (18043478)

Inventor Rupert Fackler

Brief explanation

The abstract describes an EMC filter for a control device. The filter is made up of a multilayer circuit carrier with electrically conductive layers and electrically insulating circuit board layers. The circuit carrier forms at least two filter capacitors, which are created by electrically conductive layers that are positioned opposite each other or run parallel to each other at a certain distance.

Abstract

The invention relates to an EMC filter for a control device. The filter includes a multilayer circuit carrier comprising electrically conductive layers, in particular copper layers, and electrically insulating circuit board layers. According to the invention, the circuit carrier of the aforementioned type forms at least two filter capacitors, wherein in each case the filter capacitors are formed by electrically conductive layers that are formed in the circuit carrier and lie across from one another and/or extend parallel at a distance from each other.

HIGH-FREQUENCY COMPONENT, ELECTRIC CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT AND RADAR SYSTEM (18182523)

Inventor Kevin Stella

Brief explanation

The abstract describes an electronic component designed for high-frequency applications. It consists of an integrated circuit with a chip that processes high-frequency signals. The chip is placed together with at least one signal coupling element or launcher, which helps in connecting or disconnecting high-frequency signals. All these components are housed in a common substrate. On the outside of the substrate, there is a land grid array (LGA) structure. Additionally, an electrically conductive border is present around each launcher on the surface of the substrate.

Abstract

An electronic component for high-frequency applications, in which an integrated circuit with a chip for processing high-frequency signals are arranged together with at least one signal coupling element or launcher for coupling and/or decoupling high-frequency signals in a common housing substrate. A land grid array (LGA) structure is provided on an outside of the housing substrate. An electrically conductive border is provided around the respective launcher on the surface of the housing substrate.