Resonant EMR Dissipation Circuit for High-Speed Data Links

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Solution Overview

Problem

Communication modules in high-speed data applications generate unintended electromagnetic radiation (EMR) that cause electromagnetic interference (EMI), degrading their performance and nearby electronic circuits.

Innovation Solution

Incorporating an EMR dissipating device with a resonance frequency matching the operating bit rate of the EMR source, comprising capacitive, inductive, and resistive components to filter and trap EMR, thereby isolating the data component from the EMR component in the electrical circuit.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Speed

If high-speed data communication is implemented, then data transmission speed is improved, but electromagnetic radiation interference increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transmission speedVSAvoidelectromagnetic radiation interference
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies resonance theory to convert the harmful EMR energy into a controlled resonant oscillation that can be dissipated. The EMR dissipating device is configured to resonate at the same frequency as the EMR source, absorbing the harmful electromagnetic energy and converting it into a controllable resonance that can be safely dissipated through resistive elements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #22Blessing in disguise (Convert harm into benefit)

Solution Approach 2:

The EMR dissipating device serves as an intermediary element between the EMR source and the load component. It is electrically coupled to both the EMR source and the load component, acting as a mediator that absorbs and dissipates EMR before it can interfere with the load component, thereby protecting the system while maintaining high-speed data transmission.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Object-affected harmful factors

If EMR dissipating device is added to filter EMR, then electromagnetic interference is reduced, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectromagnetic interferenceVSAvoidcircuit complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The EMR dissipating device is designed to perform multiple functions: it filters EMR from the output signal, maintains signal integrity, and can be integrated into existing circuit architectures. The device includes a resonant circuit configuration that can be adapted to different operating frequencies and circuit topologies, making it a versatile solution for EMR mitigation across various high-speed communication applications.

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

3Object-generated harmful factors

If EMR dissipating device is electrically coupled to EMR source, then EMR dissipation is improved, but signal loss may increase

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveEMR dissipation effectivenessVSAvoidsignal loss
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-generated harmful factorsVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs parameter tuning of the resonant circuit to optimize the balance between EMR dissipation and signal transmission. By adjusting the resonant frequency, quality factor, and component values of the EMR dissipating device, the system can selectively target harmful EMR frequencies while minimizing impact on the desired signal bandwidth, thereby achieving effective EMR mitigation with acceptable signal loss.

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

Effectively reduces EMR-induced interference, ensuring reliable data transmission by dissipating EMR and minimizing its impact on the load component, thus enhancing the performance of communication modules.

Implementation Method 1

The EMR dissipating device may be configured to have a resonance frequency corresponding to the operating bit rate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectResonance: Resonance

Implementation Method 2

The electrical circuit may include a capacitive component, an inductive component, a resistive component

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrical Resistance: Electrical Resistance

Data Source

PatentUS9154124B2Electromagnetic radiation dissipating devices
Publication Date: 2015.10.06 II VI DELAWARE INC
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AI summary

Electromagnetic radiation (“EMR”) dissipating devices. One example embodiment includes an electrical circuit including an EMR source configured to generate an output signal at an operating bit rate. The output signal may include an EMR component. The electrical circuit may also include an EMR dissipating device electrically coupled to the EMR source and configured to have a resonance frequency corresponding to the operating bit rate.