Method for operation of multi-layer-multi-turn high efficiency tunable inductors
AssigneeNuCurrent, Inc.
InventorsVinit Singh, Jacob Babcock, Christine A. Frysz
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Abstract
A multi-layer, multi-turn structure for an inductor having a plurality of conductor layers separated by layers of insulator is described. The inductor further comprises a connector electrically connected between the conductor layers. The structure of the inductor may comprise a cavity therewithin. The structure of the inductor constructed such that electrical resistance is reduced therewithin, thus increasing the efficiency of the inductor. The inductor is particularly useful at operating within the radio frequency range and greater.
Claims39
A method of operating an electrical circuit, the method comprising the following steps:
- a) providing a first electrical circuit electrically connectable to a power source, the first electrical circuit comprising at least an inductor, comprising:
- i) a first conductor;
- ii) second conductor spaced apart from the first conductor, the first conductor and the second conductor being electrically conductive;
- iii) an insulator positioned in the space between the first conductor and the second conductor;
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- iv) at least one connector electrically connecting the first conductor and the second conductor;
- b) adjusting an input power level of the power source;
- c) adjusting an electrical circuit operating frequency to at least about 3 kHz;
- d) propagating an electrical current within at least the first conductor;
- e) changing at least one of a frequency, a magnitude, or a waveform shape of the electrical current such that a magnetic flux is generated within the inductor;
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- f) selecting an adjustable inductor quality factor.
A method of operating an electrical circuit, the method comprising the following steps:
- a) providing an electrical circuit electrically connectable to a power source, the electrical circuit comprising at least an inductor, the comprising:
- i) a first inductor subassembly comprising a first conductor;
- ii) a second conductor spaced apart from the first conductor, the first conductor and the second conductor being electrically conductive;
- iii) a first insulator positioned in the space between the first conductor and the second conductor;
- iv) a first connector electrically connecting the first conductor and the second conductor in parallel or series;
- v) a second inductor subassembly comprising a third conductor and a fourth conductor spaced apart from the third conductor, the third conductor and the fourth conductor being electrically conductive;
- vi) a second insulator layer positioned in the space between the third conductor and the fourth conductor layers conductors;
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- vii) a second connector electrically connecting the third conductor and the fourth conductor in parallel or series, wherein the first inductor subassembly is electrically connectable in series or parallel to the second inductor subassembly;
- b) adjusting a power level of the power source;
- c) adjusting an electrical circuit operating frequency to at least about 3 kHz;
- d) propagating an electrical current within at least the first conductor;
- e) changing at least one of a frequency, a magnitude, or a waveform shape of the electrical current such that a magnetic flux is generated;
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- f) selecting an adjustable inductor quality factor.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.