This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Micro Linear Corporation. Active years: 2000.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2000
Title: The Innovations of Robert Zucker
Introduction
Robert Zucker is an accomplished inventor based in Los Altos, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of electronics, particularly in the development of video cable drivers. His innovative work has led to the creation of a patented technology that enhances video signal transmission.
Latest Patents
Zucker holds a patent for a "Differential to single-ended video cable driver having BICMOS." This invention features a two-stage differential to single-ended amplifier. The input stage of the device converts a differential voltage to a differential current. A first pair of bipolar input transistors are biased with constant currents, ensuring that their on-resistance does not affect gain linearity. Changes in input voltages induce currents in a first pair of field effect transistors (FETs), each having a gate coupled to the collector of a corresponding input transistor and a drain coupled to the emitter of the corresponding input transistor. Differential currents are provided to the output stage by a second pair of FETs, each configured to mirror the current in a corresponding one of the first pair of FETs. Gain is adjustable by enabling additional pairs of FETs configured as current mirrors. The output stage includes a second pair of bipolar transistors with bases coupled together and biased with equal currents. Currents from the input stage are applied to the emitters of the second pair of bipolar transistors. A third pair of FETs are coupled to the second pair of bipolar transistors, forming a current mirror that tends to equalize the currents from the input stage. A current representative of a sum of currents from the input stage is forced through a resistor, forming the output voltage. The output voltage DC level is adjusted by controlling the voltage at the bases of the second pair of bipolar transistors.
Career Highlights
Zucker is currently associated with Micro Linear Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the field of electronics. His work has been instrumental in advancing technologies that improve video signal processing and transmission.
Collaborations
Zucker has collaborated with notable colleagues, including David Ritter and Carlos A Laber. Their combined expertise has contributed to the success of various projects within the company.
Conclusion
Robert Zucker's contributions to the field of electronics, particularly through his patented technology, demonstrate his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing video signal transmission. His work continues to influence the industry and