Inventors:
Michael J. Knieser - Fortville IN, US
Richard D. Harris - Solon OH, US
Robert J. Pond - Doylestown OH, US
Louis F. Szabo - Broadview Heights OH, US
Frederick M. Discenzo - Brecksville OH, US
Patrick C. Herbert - Mentor OH, US
Robert J. Kretschmann - Bay Village OH, US
Mark A. Lucak - Hudson OH, US
Assignee:
Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc. - Mayfield Heights OH
International Classification:
H01N051/22
Abstract:
Microelectromechanical (MEMS) switches are used to implement a flying capacitor circuit transferring of electrical power while preserving electrical isolation for size critical applications where transformers or coupling capacitors would not be practical. In one embodiment, the invention may be used to provide input circuits that present a programmable input impedance. The circuit may be modified to provide for power regulation.