Snap inc. (20240233673). CONTENTIONLESS LEVEL-SHIFTER FOR DRIVING PIXELS OF A DISPLAY simplified abstract
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CONTENTIONLESS LEVEL-SHIFTER FOR DRIVING PIXELS OF A DISPLAY
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Trent D. Whitten of Portland OR (US)
CONTENTIONLESS LEVEL-SHIFTER FOR DRIVING PIXELS OF A DISPLAY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240233673 titled 'CONTENTIONLESS LEVEL-SHIFTER FOR DRIVING PIXELS OF A DISPLAY
The pixel level-shifter described in the patent application is designed to drive a pixel of a display with reduced power consumption and a smaller size.
- Internal reference voltage generator creates an internal reference voltage signal based on an external reference voltage signal.
- Level-shifting circuit boosts a low voltage pixel output signal using the internal reference voltage signal.
- First transistor circuit controls the application of a high voltage pixel supply voltage signal on the pixel electrode node in response to the boosted drive signal.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various types of displays such as LCDs, OLEDs, and microLEDs. - It can also be applied in electronic devices that require efficient pixel driving circuits.
Problems Solved: - Reduces power consumption in driving pixels of displays. - Shrinks the size of the pixel level-shifter, making it more compact and efficient.
Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency in display technology. - Enhanced performance and reliability of pixel driving circuits.
Commercial Applications: Title: Efficient Pixel Level-Shifter for Display Technology This technology can be utilized in smartphones, tablets, TVs, monitors, and other electronic devices with displays. It can lead to cost savings in manufacturing and improved battery life in portable devices.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research papers on pixel driving circuits, display technologies, and power-efficient electronics.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers may be exploring advancements in pixel level-shifting technology, energy-efficient display solutions, and miniaturization of electronic components.
Questions about Pixel Level-Shifter Technology: 1. How does the pixel level-shifter contribute to reducing power consumption in displays? 2. What are the key differences between this pixel level-shifter and traditional pixel driving circuits?
Original Abstract Submitted
a pixel level-shifter for driving a pixel of a display has a reduced power consumption and a reduced size. the pixel level-shifter includes an internal reference voltage generator that receives an external reference voltage signal and generates an internal reference voltage signal based on the external reference voltage signal. a level-shifting circuit receives a low voltage pixel output signal and generates a boosted drive signal based on the low voltage pixel output signal and the internal reference voltage signal. a first transistor circuit is coupled between a high voltage pixel supply voltage node and a pixel electrode node and includes a control node coupled to receive the boosted drive voltage signal. the first transistor circuit controls application of a high voltage pixel supply voltage signal on the pixel electrode node in response to the boosted drive signal.
