E-Fuse Power Transmission Circuit for CPU Line Simplification

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Solution Overview

Problem

The selection of Power Supply Units (PSUs) based on CPU overclocking power requirements leads to cost waste and complexity in line design due to varying Ishare functions and configuration matchings, causing overcurrent protection issues and system downtime.

Innovation Solution

An apparatus utilizing an E-Fuse chip, current detection circuit, and VR chip to convert PSU voltage signals into current signals, amplified by operational amplifiers, allowing simplified line design and accurate power transmission to the CPU without multiple lines.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If multiple lines with different Ishare functions are provided for different power configurations, then power transmission accuracy is improved, but device complexity and layout space increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower transmission accuracyVSAvoidline design complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality by designing a single line that can handle multiple power configurations through dynamic configuration. Instead of providing separate lines for different power scenarios, the system uses one versatile line that adapts to various Ishare functions based on the selected power configuration, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by making the line configuration adaptable and changeable based on different power scenarios. The system dynamically selects and configures the appropriate Ishare function for the chosen power configuration, allowing the line to serve different purposes without physical reconfiguration, thus simplifying the overall device structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If PSU is selected according to instantaneous maximum overclocking power, then power reliability is improved, but cost increases due to over-provisioning

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower reliabilityVSAvoidcost waste
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by enabling the PSU to operate flexibly across different power configurations. Instead of being locked into a fixed high-power configuration, the system dynamically adjusts the power delivery based on actual needs, allowing the PSU to be sized more appropriately while maintaining reliability through configurable power levels.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements parameter changes by allowing the power configuration parameters to be adjusted based on actual system needs. The system can change power delivery parameters dynamically, selecting appropriate power levels for different operating scenarios, thereby avoiding the cost waste of always provisioning for maximum overclocking power while maintaining reliability when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple lines are provided for different Ishare functions, then adaptability to different configurations is improved, but layout space and device complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconfiguration adaptabilityVSAvoidlayout space
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality by creating a single adaptable line that can serve multiple configuration purposes. Instead of dedicating separate physical lines to different Ishare functions, the system designs one universal line that can be configured for different power scenarios, thereby maintaining configuration adaptability while significantly reducing the layout space required.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Measurement precision

If current detection circuit amplifies output current signal by preset multiple, then power transmission accuracy is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower transmission accuracyVSAvoidcircuit complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements parameter changes by using a preset multiple for signal amplification that can be optimized for different scenarios. Instead of complex variable amplification circuits, the system uses fixed amplification factors that are predetermined and optimized, achieving accurate power transmission measurement while keeping the circuit design relatively simple and manageable.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Simplifies line design, saves layout space, and prevents overcurrent protection by accurately transmitting power consumption to the CPU, reducing cost waste and system downtime.

Implementation Method 1

a first operational amplifier configured to amplify an output current signal by a preset multiple

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSignal amplification:

Implementation Method 2

an input end of the E-Fuse chip is connected to the PSU and is configured to convert an output voltage signal of the PSU into the output current signal

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectVoltage-to-current conversion:

Implementation Method 3

an output end of the VR chip is connected to the CPU, and is configured to convert the output current signal amplified by the preset multiple and the output voltage signal into output power consumption, and transmit same to the CPU

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPower calculation:

Data Source

PatentUS12416954B2Apparatus, method, device and system for power transmission based on power management, and medium
Publication Date: 2025.09.16 INSPUR SUZHOU INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

Disclosed are an apparatus, method, device and system for power transmission based on Psys, and a medium, relating to the technical field of circuits. Said apparatus comprises: a PSU, an E-Fuse chip, a current detection circuit, a VR chip and a CPU. The current detection circuit at least comprises a first operational amplifier. The E-Fuse chip is connected to the PSU, and converts an output voltage signal of the PSU into an output current signal. The output current signal amplified by a preset multiple is received by the first operational amplifier, and the VR chip receives the output voltage signal of the PSU.