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Improved amplifying circuit
Assignee: General Electric Co
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Filing: 1970-09-29
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Granted: 1972-06-20
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Expires: 1990-09-29
Abstract
Abstract Radiofrequency signals and lower frequency signals are separately amplified without mixing in a single transistor by applying the lower frequency signals through a filter to the transistor base and deriving the amplified lower frequency signals in an emitter-follower circuit, and by applying the radiofrequency signals to the transistor emitter and deriving the amplified radiofrequency signals from the transistor collector with the transistor base being connected in a common base configuration.
Inventors
- 👤 John H Denny Jr
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 19:44
CPC Classifications
H; H03; H03F; H03F3/00; H03F3/189; H03F3/19; H03F1/00; H03F1/42; H03F1/48; H03F3/68; H03F2200/00; H03F2200/198
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
189 words
An improved circuit for separately amplifying radio frequency signals and lower frequency signals comprising: a. a transistor having an emitter, a base, and a collector; b. first and second terminals for supplying direct current power; c. a resistor bias circuit connected between said first and second terminals; d. means connecting a selected point on said bias circuit to said transistor base; e. a bias and lower frequency output resistor connected between a point on said bias circuit and said transistor emitter; f. a filter circuit having an input for receiving lower frequency signals for amplification and having an output; g. said filter circuit including means for passing said lower frequency signals and for blocking direct current and said radiofrequency signals; h. means connecting said filter circuit output to said transistor base; i. a capacitor connected to said transistor emitter for supplying radio frequency signals to be amplified, and for deriving amplified lower frequency signals; j. means connected to said transistor collector for deriving amplified radio frequency signals therefrom; k. and means connected between said transistor collector and one of said terminals for supplying direct current power to said transistor.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
189 words
An improved circuit for separately amplifying radio frequency signals and lower frequency signals comprising: a. a transistor having an emitter, a base, and a collector; b. first and second terminals for supplying direct current power; c. a resistor bias circuit connected between said first and second terminals; d. means connecting a selected point on said bias circuit to said transistor base; e. a bias and lower frequency output resistor connected between a point on said bias circuit and said transistor emitter; f. a filter circuit having an input for receiving lower frequency signals for amplification and having an output; g. said filter circuit including means for passing said lower frequency signals and for blocking direct current and said radiofrequency signals; h. means connecting said filter circuit output to said transistor base; i. a capacitor connected to said transistor emitter for supplying radio frequency signals to be amplified, and for deriving amplified lower frequency signals; j. means connected to said transistor collector for deriving amplified radio frequency signals therefrom; k. and means connected between said transistor collector and one of said terminals for supplying direct current power to said transistor.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
41 words
The improved circuit of claim 1 wherein said filter circuit comprises an inductor and a capacitor connected in series between said filter circuit input and output, and comprises a shunt capacitor connected between said series circuit and one of said terminals.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-06-20 | 1975-12-20 | 1976-06-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-06-20 | 1979-12-20 | 1980-06-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-06-20 | 1983-12-20 | 1984-06-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |