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Tempe, AZ, United States of America

Benjamin C Peterson

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Voltage Controlled Oscillators. Top assignees: Codex Corporation, Motorola Corporation, Other. Active years: 1978-1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Benjamin C Peterson. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/benjamin-c-peterson

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 15

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 356(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tempe, both, AZ (US) (1994)
  • Tempe, AZ (US) (1978 - 1996)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 127 
 
Codex Corporation
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 20,290 
 
Motorola Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1978-1996

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Areas of Expertise:
Digital Controlled Oscillator
Phase Lock Loop
Clock Signal Synchronization
VCO Bias Generator
Programmable Frequency Divider
High Frequency VCO
Lock Detection
Frequency Range Detector
Power On Reset Circuit
Hysteresis Inverters
Programmable Logic Array
Sense Amplifier
15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5495205 - Digital controlled oscillator and method thereof (1996-02-27),
2. 5375148 - VCO bias generator in a phase lock loop (1994-12-20),
3. 5371416 - Circuit and method of synchronizing clock signals (1994-12-06),
4. 5359635 - Programmable frequency divider in a phase lock loop (1994-10-25),
5. 5359234 - Circuit and method of sensing process and temperature variation in an (1994-10-25),
6. 5304955 - Voltage controlled oscillator operating with digital controlled loads in (1994-04-19),
7. 5285114 - Phase lock loop charge pump with symmetrical charge and discharge (1994-02-08),
8. 5278522 - High frequency voltage controlled oscillator (1994-01-11),
9. 5256989 - Lock detection for a phase lock loop (1993-10-26),
10. 5247215 - Frequency range detector (1993-09-21),
11. 5212412 - Power on reset circuit having hysteresis inverters (1993-05-18),
12. 5081429 - Voltage controlled oscillator with controlled load (1992-01-14),
13. 5081428 - Voltage controlled oscillator having 50% duty cycle clock (1992-01-14),
14. 4611133 - High speed fully precharged programmable logic array (1986-09-09),
15. 4123799 - High speed IFGET sense amplifier/latch (1978-10-31),

Title: The Innovations of Benjamin C. Peterson

Introduction

Benjamin C. Peterson is a notable inventor based in Tempe, AZ (US), recognized for his contributions to the field of digital electronics. With a total of 15 patents to his name, Peterson has made significant advancements in oscillator technology and phase-locked loops.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is the "Digital Controlled Oscillator and Method Thereof." This innovative device generates an oscillator clock that is phase-locked to a reference clock. The control circuit produces a reset signal from the reference clock, ensuring that the edges of the oscillator signal align with the reference clock's edges. The design includes a course tune detector that monitors the oscillator clock and generates control signals to adjust the reset signal pulse width and oscillator frequency. Another notable patent is the "VCO Bias Generator in a Phase Lock Loop," which generates a bias voltage for a Voltage-Controlled Oscillator (VCO) by monitoring control signals from a charge pump. This invention effectively eliminates variations in VCO output frequency caused by intermittent ground bounce.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Benjamin C. Peterson has worked with prominent companies such as Codex Corporation and Motorola Corporation. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing cutting-edge technologies in the electronics sector.

Collaborations

Peterson has collaborated with talented individuals in the field, including Ahmad H. Atriss and Lanny L. Parker. These partnerships have likely fostered innovation and creativity in his projects.

Conclusion

Benjamin C. Peterson's work in digital electronics and oscillator technology showcases his inventive spirit and dedication to advancing the field. His numerous patents reflect his significant contributions and the impact of his innovations on the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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