18582482. DISCRETE TIME LOOP BASED THERMAL CONTROL simplified abstract (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.)
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DISCRETE TIME LOOP BASED THERMAL CONTROL
Organization Name
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Inventor(s)
Jui-Cheng Huang of Hsinchu City (TW)
Yi-Hsing Hsiao of Hsin-Chu (TW)
Tsung-Tsun Chen of Hsinchu City (TW)
Allen Timothy Chang of Hsinchu City (TW)
DISCRETE TIME LOOP BASED THERMAL CONTROL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18582482 titled 'DISCRETE TIME LOOP BASED THERMAL CONTROL
The circuit described in the abstract includes an error amplifier, a temperature sensor, a discrete time controller with digital circuitry, a multiple bits quantizer, and a heating array.
- The error amplifier is a key component of the circuit, responsible for amplifying the error signal.
- The temperature sensor provides input to the error amplifier, allowing for temperature-dependent adjustments.
- The discrete time controller utilizes digital circuitry to control the system in discrete time intervals.
- The multiple bits quantizer produces a digital code output based on the controller's input.
- The heating array generates heat based on the digital code output, allowing for precise temperature control.
Potential Applications: - This technology could be used in temperature control systems for various applications such as industrial processes, medical devices, and environmental control systems.
Problems Solved: - Provides a precise and efficient method for temperature control in systems requiring high accuracy and stability.
Benefits: - Offers improved temperature control accuracy and stability. - Enables digital control of heating systems for better efficiency and performance.
Commercial Applications: - "Digital Temperature Control Circuit for Industrial Processes: Enhancing Precision and Efficiency"
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the discrete time controller improve temperature control compared to analog systems? 2. What are the advantages of using a multiple bits quantizer in this circuit design?
Original Abstract Submitted
In an embodiment, a circuit includes: an error amplifier; a temperature sensor, wherein the temperature sensor is coupled to the error amplifier; a discrete time controller coupled to the error amplifier, wherein the discrete time controller comprises digital circuitry; a multiple bits quantizer coupled to the discrete time controller, wherein the multiple bits quantizer produces a digital code output; and a heating array coupled to the multiple bits quantizer, wherein the heating array is configured to generate heat based on the digital code output.
