18613080. CURRENT SENSOR simplified abstract (Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation)
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CURRENT SENSOR
Organization Name
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation
Inventor(s)
Masaki Tsujimoto of Tokyo (JP)
CURRENT SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18613080 titled 'CURRENT SENSOR
The abstract describes a current sensor with a unique design, including a first support portion, a first lead frame, a signal processing IC, at least one magnetoelectric conversion element, and a second lead frame.
- The current sensor features a signal processing IC supported by the first support portion and electrically connected to the first lead frame.
- The magnetoelectric conversion element is separate from the signal processing IC, mounted on the opposite side of the signal processing IC, and outputs a signal processed by the IC.
- The second lead frame has a terminal portion facing the signal processing IC, allowing a measurement current to flow through it.
Potential Applications: - Industrial automation - Power distribution systems - Electrical equipment monitoring
Problems Solved: - Accurate current sensing - Efficient signal processing - Reliable measurement of electrical currents
Benefits: - Enhanced precision in current measurement - Improved performance in various applications - Simplified design for easy integration
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Current Sensor for Enhanced Industrial Automation This technology can be utilized in various industries for precise current measurement, leading to improved efficiency and performance. The market implications include increased demand for advanced sensing solutions in industrial settings.
Prior Art: Readers can explore existing patents related to current sensors, signal processing ICs, and magnetoelectric conversion elements to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in current sensing technologies, signal processing algorithms, and magnetoelectric materials to enhance the performance of current sensors.
Questions about Current Sensor Technology: 1. How does this current sensor improve upon traditional sensing methods? - This current sensor offers enhanced accuracy and efficiency in current measurement compared to conventional sensors by utilizing advanced signal processing ICs and magnetoelectric conversion elements.
2. What are the key advantages of using a separate magnetoelectric conversion element in this current sensor design? - The separate magnetoelectric conversion element allows for more precise signal processing and output, leading to improved overall performance of the current sensor.
Original Abstract Submitted
A current sensor may include a first support portion and a first lead frame which is made of a material different from that of the first support portion. The current sensor may include: a signal processing IC which has a first surface supported by a first surface of the first support portion and is electrically connected to the first lead frame; at least one magnetoelectric conversion element which is configured separately from the signal processing IC, is mounted on a second surface on a side opposite to the first surface of the signal processing IC, and outputs, to the signal processing IC, a signal processed by the signal processing IC; and a second lead frame which has a second terminal portion, at least a part of which is arranged to face the second surface of the signal processing IC, and through which a measurement current flows.
