POWER REGULATOR CIRCUITRY

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Inventor(s)

Ramesh Mosur Chandrasekaran of Plano TX (US)

POWER REGULATOR CIRCUITRY - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240248503 titled 'POWER REGULATOR CIRCUITRY

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a circuit with two source follower input stages and a common gate differential gain stage to control the output voltage.

The circuit includes a first source follower input stage with a reference voltage input and a first output.
A second source follower input stage has a feedback voltage input and a second output, receiving a feedback voltage representative of the output voltage.
A common gate differential gain stage controls the output voltage by adjusting the drive outputs based on the inputs from the source follower stages.

Key Features and Innovation:

Utilizes source follower input stages for voltage input and feedback.
Common gate differential gain stage for controlling output voltage.
Feedback mechanism to adjust output voltage based on input signals.

Potential Applications: The circuit can be used in various electronic devices requiring precise control of output voltage, such as amplifiers, filters, and signal processing systems.

Problems Solved: The circuit addresses the need for accurate and stable control of output voltage in electronic circuits.

Benefits:

Improved precision in controlling output voltage.
Enhanced stability and reliability in electronic systems.
Versatile applications in different electronic devices.

Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in audio amplifiers, sensor interfaces, and communication systems to ensure consistent and reliable voltage control, potentially leading to improved performance and efficiency in these devices.

Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the common gate differential gain stage contribute to controlling the output voltage? 2. What are the advantages of using source follower input stages in this circuit design?

Original Abstract Submitted

an example circuit includes a first source follower input stage having a reference voltage input and a first output. a second source follower input stage has a feedback voltage input and a second output, in which second source follower input stage is configured to receive a feedback voltage at the feedback voltage input. the feedback voltage is representative of an output voltage at an output terminal of the circuit. a common gate differential gain stage has first and second differential inputs and first and second drive outputs. the first differential input is coupled to the first output, and the second differential input is coupled to the second output. the common gate differential gain stage is configured to control the output voltage at the output terminal by controlling at least one of the first or second drive outputs.