18243325. PROTECTION CIRCUIT AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE simplified abstract (Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba)

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PROTECTION CIRCUIT AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE

Organization Name

Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba

Inventor(s)

Takayuki Hiraoka of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)

PROTECTION CIRCUIT AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18243325 titled 'PROTECTION CIRCUIT AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE

Simplified Explanation: The protection circuit described in the patent application includes transistors, resistors, and a trigger circuit to control the flow of power based on voltage changes.

  • The protection circuit has a first power line, a second power line, and two transistors connected to control the power flow.
  • A trigger circuit is connected to monitor voltage changes and control the transistors accordingly.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Utilizes transistors, resistors, and a trigger circuit to protect against power surges.
  • Monitors voltage changes in real-time to control the flow of power effectively.

Potential Applications:

  • Electronic devices requiring protection against power surges.
  • Power distribution systems to prevent damage from voltage fluctuations.

Problems Solved:

  • Prevents damage to electronic devices from power surges.
  • Ensures stable power distribution in systems.

Benefits:

  • Increased reliability of electronic devices.
  • Enhanced safety in power distribution systems.

Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and power distribution systems to ensure reliable operation and prevent damage from power surges.

Questions about the Protection Circuit: 1. How does the trigger circuit detect voltage changes to control the transistors? 2. What are the specific parameters that can be adjusted in the protection circuit to customize its operation?

Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research in power electronics and semiconductor technology may lead to advancements in protection circuits for more efficient and reliable power management.


Original Abstract Submitted

According to one embodiment, a protection circuit comprises a first power line, a second power line, a first transistor, a first resistor, a second resistor, a second transistor, and a trigger circuit. A drain of the first transistor is connected to the first power line. A source of the first transistor is connected to the second power line. A drain of the second transistor is connected to the first power line. A source of the second transistor is connected to a first node. The trigger circuit is connected to each of the first node and the second power line. The trigger circuit is configured to control the first transistor based on a voltage change of the first node.