Electricity: power supply or regulation systems – Output level responsive – Using a three or more terminal semiconductive device as the...
Reexamination Certificate
2007-04-24
2007-04-24
Berhane, Adolf (Department: 2838)
Electricity: power supply or regulation systems
Output level responsive
Using a three or more terminal semiconductive device as the...
C323S901000
Reexamination Certificate
active
11299171
ABSTRACT:
The present invention introduces methods and circuits to provide a soft start for a switching regulator. A feedback voltage from output terminal is monitored and used to regulate the bias current of the regulator's error amplifier. The present invention also enables a smooth transition from the soft start to normal operation.
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Berhane Adolf
Lu Zhou
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.
Perkins Coie LLP
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