Switch architecture using MEMS switches and solid state...

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2005-09-06

2005-09-06

Pascal, Robert (Department: 2817)

Wave transmission lines and networks

Plural channel systems

Having branched circuits

C333S101000, C333S262000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06940363

ABSTRACT:
In a switching scheme mechanical MEMs switches are connected in parallel with solid state switches. This parallel MEMS/solid-state switch arrangement takes advantage of the fast switching speeds of the solid state switches as well advantage of the improved insertion loss and isolation characteristics of the MEMS switches. The solid-state switches only need to be energized during a ramp up/down period associated with the slower MEMs switch thus conserving power. As an additional advantage, using a solid-state switch in parallel with MEMs switches improves the transient spectrum of the system during switching operations.

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