18438707. CIRCUIT AND SYSTEM FOR THE REDUCTION OF VOLTAGE OVERSHOOT IN POWER SWITCHES simplified abstract (Texas Instruments Incorporated)

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CIRCUIT AND SYSTEM FOR THE REDUCTION OF VOLTAGE OVERSHOOT IN POWER SWITCHES

Organization Name

Texas Instruments Incorporated

Inventor(s)

Navaneeth Kumar Narayanasamy of Sugarland TX (US)

CIRCUIT AND SYSTEM FOR THE REDUCTION OF VOLTAGE OVERSHOOT IN POWER SWITCHES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18438707 titled 'CIRCUIT AND SYSTEM FOR THE REDUCTION OF VOLTAGE OVERSHOOT IN POWER SWITCHES

The abstract describes an electronic circuit for controlling a power switch with a gate input, utilizing a signal generator to produce a gate driver input signal that toggles between different voltages during specific time periods.

  • The signal generator generates a gate driver input signal with varying voltages during different time periods.
  • The gate driver receives the input signal and produces a corresponding output signal based on the input signal.
  • The gate driver output signal has specific voltages during different time periods, as controlled by the signal generator.
  • The circuit ensures that the gate driver output signal has the desired voltages at specific times to control the power switch effectively.

Potential Applications: - Power electronics - Motor control systems - Renewable energy systems

Problems Solved: - Efficient control of power switches - Precise timing of voltage changes - Optimization of power consumption

Benefits: - Improved performance of electronic circuits - Enhanced energy efficiency - Reliable operation of power switches

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Power Switch Control Circuit for Industrial Applications This technology can be used in industrial automation systems, electric vehicles, and smart grid infrastructure, offering precise control and energy savings.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this electronic circuit improve the efficiency of power switches? - The circuit optimizes the timing and voltage levels to ensure efficient operation of power switches. 2. What are the potential benefits of using this technology in renewable energy systems? - The technology can enhance the performance and reliability of renewable energy systems by providing precise control over power switches.


Original Abstract Submitted

An electronic circuit for controlling a power switch having a gate input, includes a signal generator configured to generate a gate driver input signal. The gate driver input signal has a first voltage during a first period of time, a second voltage during a second period of time, and toggles between the first voltage and the second voltage during a third period of time. The electronic circuit also includes a gate driver configured to receive the gate driver input signal and to provide a gate driver output signal based on the gate driver input signal. The signal generator is configured to cause the gate driver input signal to toggle during the third period of time such that the gate driver output signal has a third voltage during the second period of time, and an intermediate voltage that is less than the third voltage during the third period of time.