This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Bel Power Solutions Inc.. Active years: 2019.
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Years Active: 2019
Title: Innovations by Raphael Bernhard
Introduction
Raphael Bernhard is an accomplished inventor based in Uster, Switzerland. He has made significant contributions to the field of energy-efficient circuit design. His innovative approach focuses on recuperating energy and reducing power consumption in switching converters.
Latest Patents
Raphael holds a patent for a "Recuperative gate drive circuit and method." This invention provides a circuit and method for recuperating energy and decreasing driver power consumption in a switching converter. The design includes an inductor that is directly connected between a gate driver and a gate electrode of a switch. A first burst pulse signal is generated, allowing energy from a power source to be stored in the inductor and transferred to the parasitic capacitance of the switch. Following this, a driving pulse signal is generated to the gate electrode of the switch, ensuring that the gate voltage matches the supply voltage without any balancing current flowing through the inductor. After the driving pulse signal is terminated, a second burst pulse signal is generated, allowing energy to accumulate in the inductive element and return to the power source. The energy provided from the power source during the first burst pulse signal is equal to the energy returned to the power source during the second burst pulse signal. Raphael has 1 patent to his name.
Career Highlights
Raphael is currently employed at Bel Power Solutions Inc., where he continues to innovate in the field of power electronics. His work has been instrumental in developing more efficient energy solutions.
Collaborations
Raphael collaborates with talented individuals such as Ivan Feno and Michal Sir, contributing to a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation.
Conclusion
Raphael Bernhard's contributions to energy-efficient circuit design exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in technology. His patent for the recuperative gate drive circuit showcases his commitment to advancing the field of power electronics.