Amplifiers – Signal feedback – Variable impedance in feedback path varied by separate...
Patent
1982-10-25
1985-11-05
Mullins, James B.
Amplifiers
Signal feedback
Variable impedance in feedback path varied by separate...
330282, 330293, H03F 134
Patent
active
045516855
ABSTRACT:
The disclosed invention is a programmable gain feedback amplifier consisting of a high gain (op-amp) amplifier, feedback elements and fuse networks in the feedback and/or input paths, a decoding circuit for receiving an input programming command signal, and thereby selectively blowing (or opening) the proper fuses to establish the desired signal attenuation in said networks. After programming, the gain of the amplifier circuit is related to the total attenuation of the network(s), is permanently set, and does not require the programming signal to be continuously applied. Embodiments are described which are compatible with monolithic microelectronic fabrication techniques.
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Kerns David V.
Kerns, Jr. David V.
Mullins James B.
Wan G.
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