18149549. TRANSIENT INSENSITIVE LEVEL SHIFTER simplified abstract (TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED)

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TRANSIENT INSENSITIVE LEVEL SHIFTER

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TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED

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Yat Hei Lam of San Jose CA (US)

TRANSIENT INSENSITIVE LEVEL SHIFTER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18149549 titled 'TRANSIENT INSENSITIVE LEVEL SHIFTER

The abstract describes a patent application for a level shifter that includes a low side with inputs and a high side with a latch, current comparators, and isolation circuitry.

  • The level shifter has a low side with first and second inputs.
  • The high side includes a latch with first and second terminals.
  • The high side also features a current comparator with first and second current mirrors.
  • Isolation circuitry is present, including first and second transistors.
  • The first transistor is connected between the first terminal and the first current mirror.
  • The second transistor is connected between the second terminal and the second current mirror.
  • The first control terminal is linked to the second current mirror, while the second control terminal is connected to the first current mirror.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in voltage level shifting applications in various electronic devices. - It can be applied in signal processing circuits to convert signals between different voltage levels.

Problems Solved: - The level shifter addresses the need for efficient and accurate voltage level shifting in electronic circuits. - It solves the problem of signal distortion that can occur when converting signals between different voltage levels.

Benefits: - Improved signal integrity and accuracy in voltage level shifting operations. - Enhanced performance and reliability of electronic devices utilizing this technology.

Commercial Applications: Title: Voltage Level Shifting Technology for Enhanced Signal Processing This technology can be commercially used in the development of integrated circuits, signal processing systems, and communication devices to ensure seamless voltage level shifting operations.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the level shifter ensure accurate voltage level shifting between different inputs? - The level shifter uses current comparators and isolation circuitry to accurately convert signals between different voltage levels. 2. What are the potential advantages of using this level shifter in electronic devices? - The advantages include improved signal integrity, enhanced performance, and reliable voltage level shifting capabilities.


Original Abstract Submitted

In an example, a level shifter includes a low side having first and second inputs. The level shifter also includes a high side, where the high side has a latch having first and second terminals. The high side also includes a current comparator including first and second current mirrors. The high side includes isolation circuitry including first and second transistors, in which the first transistor has a first control terminal, the second transistor has a second control terminal, the first transistor is coupled between the first terminal and the first current mirror, the second transistor is coupled between the second terminal and the second current mirror, the first control terminal is coupled to the second current mirror, and the second control terminal is coupled to the first current mirror.

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