Title :
Using coupled lines to produce highly efficient square pulses for VF-TLP
Author :
Maloney, T.J. ; Poon, S.S.
Author_Institution :
Intel Corp., Santa Clara, CA, USA
Abstract :
A directional coupler can produce a z-matched square pulse, if a voltage step with overshoot of the correct magnitude and timing is used. Using an augmented transmission line to produce the overshoot, and strong coupling in the coupler, square pulses with high volts per charging volt and high return loss are demonstrated.
Keywords :
coupled transmission lines; waveguide couplers; augmented transmission line; charging volt; directional coupler; z-matched square pulse; Attenuators; Electrostatic discharge; Impedance; Power cable insulation; Power cables; Pulse generation; Relays; Switches; Transmission lines; Voltage;
Conference_Titel :
Electrical Overstress/Electrostatic Discharge Symposium, 2006. EOS/ESD '06.
Conference_Location :
Anaheim, CA
Print_ISBN :
978-1-5853-7115-0
