Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003
Title: Kok-Lean Tan: Innovator in On-Chip Transmission Line Termination
Introduction
Kok-Lean Tan is a notable inventor based in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, particularly in the area of on-chip transmission line termination. His innovative work has led to the development of methods and apparatus that enhance the precision of transmission line terminations.
Latest Patents
Kok-Lean Tan holds 1 patent for his invention titled "Precision on-chip transmission line termination." This patent describes methods and apparatus for providing precision on-chip termination of transmission lines. The invention enables the termination of transmission lines using on-chip resistors configured into networks, which have resistances related to the resistance of an external reference resistor. The external reference resistor is utilized to configure an on-chip reference resistor network, ensuring that it has a resistance related to the external reference resistor. The termination resistor networks are then configured to have resistances that bear a predetermined relationship to the resistance of the on-chip reference resistor network. In one embodiment, the resistance of each termination resistor network is substantially the same as the characteristic impedances of each transmission line.
Career Highlights
Kok-Lean Tan is currently employed at Vitesse Semiconductor Corporation, where he continues to work on innovative semiconductor solutions. His expertise in precision on-chip technologies has positioned him as a valuable asset to the company.
Collaborations
Some of his notable coworkers include Dave Bergman and Yaqi Hu, with whom he collaborates on various projects within the semiconductor industry.
Conclusion
Kok-Lean Tan's contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, particularly through his patent on precision on-chip transmission line termination, highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology. His work continues to influence the industry and pave the way for future advancements.