This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Nxp B.v.. Active years: 2015.
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Years Active: 2015
Title: The Innovations of Francois Pichon
Introduction
Francois Pichon is an accomplished inventor based in Caen, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of electronics, particularly in the development of automatic gain control circuits. His innovative work has led to the filing of a patent that showcases his expertise and creativity in this area.
Latest Patents
Francois Pichon holds a patent for an automatic gain control (AGC) circuit. This circuit is designed based on a cascade of a step automatic gain control unit and a second automatic gain control unit. These units are connected to adjust their gain in a synchronized manner, resulting in a combined impulsive gain variation. This technology allows for the use of a step automatic gain control unit instead of a continuous automatic gain control unit in the RF part of a TV tuner, without causing visual artifacts. This innovation is applicable to both digital and analog TV tuners. The synchronization between the two automatic gain control units is achieved by the first unit generating a control signal upon gain adjustment. This control signal serves to speed up a loop bandwidth controlling gain change of the second automatic gain control unit. Additionally, the invention provides a tuner with an automatic gain control unit and a device, such as a TV or a hard disk recorder, equipped with such a tuner.
Career Highlights
Francois Pichon is currently employed at NXP B.V., where he continues to work on cutting-edge technologies in the field of electronics. His contributions to the company and the industry at large have been recognized through his patent and ongoing projects.
Collaborations
Francois has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Luca Lococo and Jan Van Sinderen. These partnerships have fostered an environment of innovation and creativity, leading to advancements in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Francois Pichon is a notable inventor whose work in automatic gain control circuits has made a significant impact in the electronics industry. His patent reflects his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology.