Electric lamp and discharge devices: systems – Current and/or voltage regulation
Reexamination Certificate
2008-04-08
2008-04-08
Lee, Wilson (Department: 2163)
Electric lamp and discharge devices: systems
Current and/or voltage regulation
C315S307000, C315S2090SC
Reexamination Certificate
active
07355354
ABSTRACT:
The described DC to AC inverter efficiently controls the amount of electrical power used to drive a cold cathode fluorescent lamp (CCFL). Additionally, during striking of the CCFL, a higher energy initial energy pulse is used. During normal operation, a lower energy pulse is used.
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