Abstract: A break-before-make (BB4M) circuit topology is disclosed for use with a multiplexer that eliminates shoot-through current between analog inputs and also between an analog input and analog output. The BB4M circuit generates a pulse that disables an existing selected channel before enabling a newly selected channel or gate driver, and is suitable for use in high-radiation or outer space operating environments.

Abstract: A break-before-make (BB4M) circuit topology is disclosed for use with a multiplexer that eliminates shoot-through current between analog inputs and also between an analog input and analog output. The BB4M circuit generates a pulse that disables an existing selected channel before enabling a newly selected channel or gate driver, and is suitable for use in high-radiation or outer space operating environments.

Abstract: A break-before-make (BB4M) circuit topology is disclosed for use with a multiplexer that eliminates shoot-through current between analog inputs and also between an analog input and analog output. The BB4M circuit generates a pulse that disables an existing selected channel before enabling a newly selected channel or gate driver, and is suitable for use in high-radiation or outer space operating environments.

Abstract: A break-before-make (BB4M) circuit topology is disclosed for use with a multiplexer that eliminates shoot-through current between analog inputs and also between an analog input and analog output. The BB4M circuit generates a pulse that disables an existing selected channel before enabling a newly selected channel or gate driver, and is suitable for use in high-radiation or outer space operating environments.

Abstract: An output buffer is disclosed for an integrated circuit having a varying number of simultaneously switching outputs. As fewer outputs on the integrated circuit are simultaneously switching, the output conductance of certain logic gates within each of the output buffers on the integrated circuit is increased by sharing intermediate nodes between each of the output buffers. Consequently, the speed of the output buffer increases as fewer of the outputs simultaneously switch and internally generated noise is small. Conversely, as additional outputs simultaneously switch, the output conductance of certain logic gates within the output buffer is decreased, resulting in reduced speed of the output buffers and a corresponding reduction in internally generated noise.