This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Eaton Corporation, Eaton Power Quality Corporation. Active years: 2007-2012.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2007-2012
Title: The Innovations of Rennie Bobb
Introduction
Rennie Bobb is a notable inventor based in Wake Forest, NC (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of power supply technology, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative approach to uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) and power converter circuits.
Latest Patents
One of Rennie Bobb's latest patents is focused on uninterruptible power supplies with converter operation conditioned upon static switch commutation and methods of operation thereof. This invention allows a UPS to operate by deasserting a static switch drive signal, such as a gate signal to a thyristor, and delaying the provision of power from a converter circuit until after the switch has current commutated to an off state. The method may involve detecting the expiration of a predetermined time interval or monitoring the current in the static switch to enable the converter circuit to drive the UPS output.
Another significant patent by Bobb involves PWM power supplies using controlled feedback timing and methods of operating the same. This invention features a closed-loop power converter circuit that includes a pulse width modulator circuit in the forward path. A compensation circuit provides pulse width commands at a first rate, while a feedback circuit digitally filters samples of the output at a second rate, which is greater than the first. This innovative approach allows for compensation of the phase lag associated with a low pass output filter.
Career Highlights
Rennie Bobb has worked with prominent companies in the power quality sector, including Eaton Corporation and Eaton Power Quality Corporation. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in power supply technologies and innovations.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Rennie has collaborated with notable professionals such as Frederick Tassitino, Jr. and John Gaylord Tracy. These collaborations have likely enriched his work and contributed to the development of his patents.
Conclusion
Rennie Bobb's contributions to the field of power supply technology through his patents reflect his innovative spirit and dedication to improving power systems. His work continues to influence the industry and showcases the importance of advancements in uninterruptible power supplies.