This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Analog Devices,inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Kevin Gard and Variable-Gain Amplifier Innovation.
Introduction
Kevin Gard is an inventor based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is associated with Analog Devices, Inc. His patent work addresses radio-frequency signal amplification and precise attenuation control.
Latest Patents
Gard is named on 1 patent: “Variable Gain Amplifiers with Fine Attenuation Step Control and Flat Signal-to-Noise Ratio Versus Attenuation.” The invention describes a variable-gain amplifier that uses parallel amplification cells, an impedance ladder with multiple taps, and switches to route amplified signals to selected taps. Changing the selected taps controls the attenuation step, while the design aims to maintain a flat signal-to-noise ratio across attenuation levels.
Career Highlights
The patent reflects work on improving the control and performance of radio-frequency variable-gain amplifiers. Gard’s listed company affiliation is Analog Devices, Inc.
Collaborations
David J. McLaurin is identified as Gard’s coworker. The patent information provided does not specify whether McLaurin collaborated on this invention.
Conclusion
Kevin Gard’s patent focuses on fine attenuation control and consistent signal-to-noise performance in variable-gain amplifiers, highlighting a contribution to radio-frequency circuit design.
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