Time-Slice Power Circuit for Voltage Fluctuation Control

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Problem

Power circuits in communication and radar systems experience significant voltage fluctuations during switching, leading to accelerated component aging and reduced reliability and lifespan.

Innovation Solution

Implementing a power circuit with a time-slice power-on and power-off mechanism, where the power supply voltage slowly increases or decreases during switching, using a power module and a power feeding module with delay units and current/voltage sources to control the static operating current, reducing the impact on the power supply and improving stability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Speed

If the power circuit is switched on or off quickly, then the switching speed is improved, but the voltage fluctuation of the power supply increases and component aging accelerates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveswitching speedVSAvoidcomponent reliability and service life
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by gradually increasing the power supply voltage before full power operation through a soft-start mechanism. The power feeding module controls the static operating current to ramp up slowly, preventing sudden voltage fluctuations that would cause component stress and aging, thus improving reliability while maintaining acceptable switching speed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by making the power supply voltage change dynamically during switching transitions. The power feeding module adjusts the static operating current in real-time based on the switching state, creating a controlled voltage ramp-up and ramp-down profile that reduces voltage fluctuations and component stress, thereby improving reliability without completely sacrificing switching speed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If the power circuit is switched on or off quickly, then the switching efficiency is improved, but the voltage fluctuation of the power supply increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveswitching efficiencyVSAvoidpower supply voltage stability
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-charging the power supply voltage through the power feeding module before the power circuit reaches full power. This gradual voltage buildup prevents sudden draws that cause voltage fluctuations, maintaining power supply stability while achieving efficient switching through controlled transitions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces the power feeding module as an intermediary between the power supply and the power circuit. This intermediary controls the static operating current to gradually establish the power supply voltage, acting as a buffer that prevents direct sudden changes and voltage fluctuations, thereby maintaining stability while enabling efficient switching operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Stability of the object's composition

If the power supply voltage increases slowly during switching on, then the stability of the power supply is improved, but the switching time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply stabilityVSAvoidswitching time
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by implementing a controlled soft-start sequence where the power feeding module gradually increases the static operating current to establish the power supply voltage. This preliminary gradual buildup ensures stability by preventing sudden voltage changes, while the controlled nature of the ramp-up minimizes the time penalty compared to uncontrolled switching.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements dynamics by making the voltage increase rate adjustable through the power feeding module's control of the static operating current. The system dynamically balances the ramp-up speed to achieve sufficient stability while minimizing switching time, optimizing the trade-off between these two parameters through active control rather than fixed behavior.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS20240097630A1Power circuit and electronic device
Publication Date: 2024.03.21 HUAWEI TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A power circuit and an electronic device are provided. The power circuit includes a power module and a power feeding module coupled to the power module. The power module is configured to supply power in a time-slice power-on manner.