Integrated magnetic flux concentrator

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2008-04-15

2008-04-15

Aurora, Reena (Department: 2862)

Electricity: measuring and testing

Magnetic

Magnetic field detection devices

Reexamination Certificate

active

07358724

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus provide a substrate having a depression into which a magnetic material is disposed, forming a magnetic flux concentrator and/or a permanent magnet. A magnetic field sensing element can be disposed proximate to the depression.

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