Abstract:
According to some embodiments, a circuit includes a delay stage of a ring oscillator. The delay stage may include a first differential pair, a second differential pair, and a third differential pair. The first differential pair may be coupled to a first current-steering circuit, receive a differential input signal, and output a first differential signal. The second differential pair may receive the differential input signal and output a second differential signal, and the third differential pair may be coupled to a second current-steering circuit, receive the second differential signal from the second differential pair, and output the first differential signal. An amount of delay between the differential input signal and the first differential signal is based on relative amounts of current steered by the first current-steering circuit and the second current-steering circuit.
Abstract:
A device includes a first circuit having rows and columns of delay cells to generate delayed signals based on an input signal. The delayed signals are selectable and have a different delay from one another with respect to the input signal. The device is programmable based on a delay code. Different values of the delay code allow the device to select different delayed signals. The device may select one of the delayed signals from the first circuit for use as a timing signal in a second circuit of the device. The device may also use the delayed signals from the first circuit to evaluate a clock and data recovery circuit. In an embodiment, the circuits may be located on a single die.
Abstract:
A circuit to provide a differential signal output in response to a single-ended signal input, the circuit allowing for a wide common-mode input signal by providing complementary amplifier structures.
Abstract:
An apparatus and method for generating signals with improved timing resolution includes a delay cell configured to receive dual coupled differential input signals. The delay cell performs an interpolation function which smooths state transitions or other discontinuities that result from timing or phase offsets between the input signals. The interpolation function is performed by resistors which couple respective components of the differential inputs prior to traversing delay paths. A delay cell of this type has high supply noise rejection and a low output swing range, thereby making it suitable for a number of applications. One application includes a jitter noise generator which uses the delay cell to achieve improved timing resolution and which is not limited by a minimum delay of the cell. Another application uses the delay cell to form a coupled delay line.
Abstract:
An apparatus and method for generating signals with improved timing resolution includes a delay cell configured to receive dual coupled differential input signals. The delay cell performs an interpolation function which smooths state transitions or other discontinuities that result from timing or phase offsets between the input signals. The interpolation function is performed by resistors which couple respective components of the differential inputs prior to traversing delay paths. A delay cell of this type has high supply noise rejection and a low output swing range, thereby making it suitable for a number of applications. One application includes a jitter noise generator which uses the delay cell to achieve improved timing resolution and which is not limited by a minimum delay of the cell. Another application uses the delay cell to form a coupled delay line.
Abstract:
A wireless coordinate input system for a display system includes a stylus that transmits ultrasonic energy to a plurality of ultrasonic receiving stations in a projection plane. The stylus may include one ultrasonic transmitter used for determination of three-dimensional coordinates of the stylus relative to the projection plane. The stylus may also include a second ultrasonic transmitter controlled by a pressure-activated switch. When the stylus is pressed against the projection plane, the second transmitter turns on and is used for determination of two-dimensional coordinates of the stylus in the projection plane. The stylus may also include a higher frequency burst transmitter used to generate a time reference. One or more of the ultrasonic receiving stations may also include an ultrasonic transmitter for calibration.
Abstract:
A carrier with a stair climbing aid includes a carrier including a top surface, a bottom surface, and a front surface and a rear surface between the top surface and the bottom surface, at least one guide bar attached to the rear surface, the guide bar having a first end disposed proximate a corner between the bottom surface and the rear surface and a second end at least as high as stair risers of stairs expected to be climbed, at least one elongated member movably attached to the guide bar, and an arrangement for urging a top end of the elongated, member toward the second end of the guide bar.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to packaging material/matrix and methods of making such packaging material/matrix for slow or extended release of at least one active volatile compound(s). Provided are methods and compositions for a polymer matrix incorporating at least one active volatile compound (for example 1-methylcyclopropene or 1-MCP) and the polymer matrix is synthesized by polycondensation. This polymer matrix can slowly release the active volatile compound after contacting with a solvent (for example moisture). Also provided is the use of such polymer matrix to prolong the shelf-life of fruits and vegetables.
Abstract:
A battery charging system for charging a battery with a plurality of battery cells. The battery charging system includes a battery charger and a battery management unit. The battery management unit includes a plurality of balancing circuits for controlling charging of each battery cell. The battery charging system can charge the battery in different stages depending on the voltage of each battery cell.