Abstract: A power circuit including an input configured to receive input power from an input source, a first output configured to provide LPS output power to a load, a Logic Power Supply (LPS) configured to convert the input power into the LPS output power, the LPS configured to provide, in a first mode, the LPS output power with a first voltage level in response to receiving an indication that the load is being powered by the LPS output power and configured to provide, in a second mode, the LPS output power with a second voltage level in response to receiving an indication that the load is not being powered by the LPS output power, and a first switch configured to couple the LPS to the first output in the first mode and to decouple the LPS from the first output in the second mode.

Abstract: A linear regulator operates in the manner of a linear voltage regulator, but with the functionality of a switching converter. This concept enables DC voltage up-conversion with no switching, more efficient step down of large voltage steps, and requires no expensive and bulky additional components. An optocoupler device transfers power between light emitting and photovoltaic devices.

Abstract: An output voltage regulation apparatus includes a voltage regulation circuit, a control circuit, a power stage circuit, a filtering network, and a feedback network. The feedback network is configured to output a feedback voltage to a feedback voltage node of the control circuit. The voltage regulation circuit is configured to regulate the feedback voltage. The control circuit is configured to switch on or off power transistors in the power stage circuit. The filtering network is configured to perform filtering on an output voltage of the power stage circuit to obtain the regulated output voltage.

Abstract: In aspects of the invention, a photocoupler output signal receiving circuit includes a first constant current circuit, connected between an input terminal and the high potential side of a direct current power source, that discharges current, a second constant current circuit, connected between the input terminal and the low potential side of the direct current power source, that takes in current, and switching elements that operate the first and second constant current circuits in a complementary way, wherein the switching elements are operated so that current is taken in by the second constant current circuit after a photocoupler is turned on, and are operated so that current is discharged by the first constant current circuit after the photocoupler is turned off, and a discharge current value in a current discharge period is reduced after a certain period elapses from the start of discharging.

Abstract: A reverse shunt regulator includes a MOSFET connected between a cathode and an anode, a switch and a current source serially connected between the cathode and the anode, and an error amplifier having a positive input node to receive an internal reference voltage, a negative input node connected to the reference electrode, and an output node connected to a control electrode of the MOSFET. When the voltage of the reference electrode is within a range, the larger the voltage of the reference electrode is, the less the current of the MOSFET is. Application of this reverse shunt regulator to a flyback converter for output feedback will reduce the power loss in a green mode of the flyback converter.

Abstract: A solar-powered automated system for the operation of drapery, roller blinds, and similar window coverings. The solar panel (102), or photovoltaic source provides the sole power to drive common types of window drapery and blinds in a compact system having a solar panel (photovoltaic source), actuator (104) and head rail (120). The solar panel (102) is to be mounted onto the frame of a window or elsewhere to collect sufficient light. A connecting cable links the solar panel (102) to the actuator (104) to draw electrical power from the solar panel. The actuator is attached to the head-rail (120) to provide the required driving force. The actuator (104) includes the control circuit boards, a single rechargeable battery (110), an electric motor (106) and output mechanism. An RF remote control receiver (116) is built inside the actuator (104). A low voltage control port (114) allows the actuator (104) to be accessible by a control interface.

Abstract: A display includes a power supply system using a power controller to switch a power switch to control power delivery, and an image scalar receiving a supply voltage and a supply current from the power supply system. An apparatus and method are proposed to determine a control signal in a standby mode by monitoring the supply voltage or the supply current, to wake up or turn off the power controller to reduce the switching times of the power switch in the standby mode, thereby reducing the switching loss of the power switch and the standby power consumption of the display.

Abstract: A power supply system includes an adapter to receive power from a power source, and output a regulated output voltage (Vout). A tip receives Vout from the adapter, and output Vout to an electronic device. The tip includes active circuitry to adjust a programming voltage (Vprog). Vprog is fed back to the adapter to control a magnitude of Vout.

Abstract: A power supply system includes an adapter to receive power from a power source, and output a regulated output voltage (Vout). A tip receives Vout from the adapter, and output Vout to an electronic device. The tip includes active circuitry to adjust a programming voltage (Vprog). Vprog is fed back to the adapter to control a magnitude of Vout.

Abstract: An independent power bank system and intended use therefor, comprising an electromagnetic field generator and a power bank comprising one or more light bulbs, the light bulbs being filled with a gas capable of being lighted when subjected to a generated electromagnetic field; a system for producing usable voltage by producing a photovoltaic effect, said system being in a juxtaposition relationship to the one or more light bulbs; and a secondary antenna connected at one end to each end of the one or more light bulbs and another end being located near an edge of the generated electromagnetic field. The invention typically may be adapted to have a plurality of power banks arranged in a desired configuration to suit the intended use.

Abstract: In a solar module (1) comprising a plurality of individual solar cells (2) connected together electrically in series, with at least one solar cell (5, 6) exposed to the same conditions and not linked to the other solar cells, which serves as sensor of the instantaneous incident light on the solar module and with a switching device (8) able to be slaved at least indirectly to the sensor so as to act on the output electric power of the solar module, according to the invention, at least two solar cells (5, 6), which are disposed a large distance apart, are provided as sensors whose output voltages or currents are conveyed to an evaluation circuit (7) and are compared with one another by the latter, and the evaluation circuit (7) connects by means of the switching device (8) a shunt which bypasses the series circuit of the solar cells (2) of the solar module (1) when a difference which exceeds a threshold value exists between the outputs of the two sensors.

Abstract: A power supply system includes an adapter to receive power from a power source, and output a regulated output voltage (Vout). A tip receives Vout from the adapter, and output Vout to an electronic device. The tip includes active circuitry to adjust a programming voltage (Vprog). Vprog is fed back to the adapter to control a magnitude of Vout.

Abstract: A circuit device for solar energy application includes a solar panel as power supply and a rechargeable cell pack for receiving the power transferred from the solar panel. The circuit device uses a MOSFET as a current blocking device. The Drain and the Source of the MOSFET are conductively connected directly with the solar panel and the cell pack respectively so that the body diode of the MOSFET is forward interposed between the solar panel and the cell pack for prevention of a reverse current when charging is stopped.

Abstract: The present invention provides a small-scaled portable electrical power generator comprising a base, which includes an assembly surface, a fuel chamber, and at least one fuel delivery channels connected to the fuel chamber and placed under the assembly surface; a power generation means which includes at least one solar battery packs placed on the assembly surface of the base, a solar battery pack contains two opposing solar batteries which face each other with their light-collecting surfaces and their power outputs being connected; a light generation means placed on the assembly surface of the base, which includes at least one hollow tube that is placed in-between the solar batteries of the solar battery packs and includes at least one hollow tube capable of capillarity that is connected to the at least one fuel delivery channels so that fuel can always be filled into them; and an igniting means which includes at least one operative igniters placed nearby the at least one hollow tubes, and can be manipulated

Abstract: Light sources are mounted within a light-proof enclosure in which photovoltaic panels are mounted to produce electrical power irrespective of weather conditions outside the enclosure.

Abstract: If an inverter is merely attached to the back side of a solar battery module, the inverter becomes an obstacle to transport and installation, it may be broken if it strikes a building structure at the time of installation and it may malfunction owing to impact with an object. Accordingly, a weather-resistant film, a first filler, a solar battery element, a second filler and a back reinforcing material are stacked in the order mentioned and the fillers are melted using a vacuum laminator to thereby seal the solar battery element in resin between the back reinforcing material and weather-resistant film. At this time an inverter is placed on the surface of the back reinforcing material that opposes the solar battery element.

Abstract: A solar cell array is provided having a lattice or matrix structure such that no two solar cell devices are connected purely in series or purely in parallel. Accordingly, if a single solar cell device fails, there is an alternate path by which the output power of all other solar cell devices may contribute to the total output power of the solar cell array. Also, the power output of the entire array is much less sensitive to a low voltage or current for a single solar cell device than in a conventional array where devices are connected in series and in parallel. Beneficially, current setting devices, such as resistors, are provided for better matching the voltages and currents within the array, although in some applications, the resistors can be eliminated, or set to zero. The lattice or matrix structures may be extended in one, two, and three-dimensional patterns.

Abstract: A solar power management system includes a plurality of photovoltaic cell panels, and a solar power cell manager coupled to the photovoltaic cell panels. The solar power cell manager includes an input stage for combining current draws from the photovoltaic cells, and a load manager in communication with the input stage for managing the combined current draw.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for beaming power from one location to another are provided. Energy is used to power one or more lasers to provide a coherent, wide-aperture beam, which is directed to the receiving platform. Photovoltaic cells on the receiving platform convert energy of the laser beam into electrical energy. Receiving platforms are provided that take advantage of the higher energy density in the laser beam.

Abstract: A system and method for providing power to a light-powered transponder. In order to create a sufficient voltage differential, two different photovoltaic elements are used. The photovoltaic elements generate voltages of different polarities. Because the photovoltaic elements are used independently to generate voltages with different polarities, the present system can achieve a desired voltage differential despite the inherent difficulties presented by the use of a standard CMOS process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a type of portable emergency power supply for use when storage batteries of mobile appliances such as cellular telephones, radios, camcorders, laptops and mini cassette players are discharged or become unusable. In particular, by utilizing solar cells, the present invention can supply power to mobile phones, laptops and mini cassette players and other devices during the daytime when the sun shines. The present invention provides a portable multi-voltage power source device that is capable of generating various levels of power voltages for diverse appliances requiring different electric voltages. The present invention includes at least one solar cell plate formed of a plurality of solar cells connected to each other and a power source selection unit to select one of a plurality of voltages by coupling the positive and negative poles of the connected solar cells in selected fashions.

Abstract: A solar system for a motor vehicle, which is provided with a solar generator and a DC/DC converter unit, the solar system being switchable for supplying a power consuming device in the motor vehicle or for recharging of the motor vehicle battery. The DC/DC converter unit is made with two poles on the output side and functionally comprises a first and a second DC/DC converter which are respectively optimized with respect to the supply function of the power consuming device and the recharging function, there being a changeover unit which acquires the voltage at the output of the DC/DC converter unit and switches the output depending on the acquired voltage to either the first DC/DC converter or the second DC/DC converter.

Abstract: A solar panel is operably connected to a power capacitor and associated circuitry which includes at least one diode for ensuring correct current flow direction. The power capacitor is inside a cartridge which is has exterior electrical contacts and overall dimensions enabling it to fit into the space intended for and replace at least one conventional battery. The exterior contacts, in conjunction with the power capacitor and associated electrical circuitry, enable provision of direct current (DC) electrical power of appropriate voltage and amperage to various electronic devices: cellular telephones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), compact disc (CD) and digital video disc (DVD) players, infrared and radio remote controllers, and other low power consumption devices including radios, alarms and calculators, etc.

Abstract: A solar cell module in which a plurality of photovoltaic elements are installed such that they are electrically connected with each other, wherein an overvoltage preventive element is electrically connected to each photovoltaic element in parallel connection, and the overvoltage preventive element exhibits a one-way continuity and has a minimum operating voltage which is smaller than an open-circuit voltage of the photovoltaic element and is greater than an optimum operating voltage of the photovoltaic element. A sunlight power generation system comprises the solar cell module and an inverter.

Abstract: A solar cell module in which a plurality of photovoltaic elements are installed such that they are electrically connected with each other, wherein an overvoltage preventive element is electrically connected to each photovoltaic element in parallel connection, and said overvoltage preventive element exhibits a one-way continuity and has a minimum operating voltage which is smaller than an open-circuit voltage of said photovoltaic element and is greater than an optimum operating voltage of said photovoltaic element. A sunlight power generation system comprising said solar cell module and an inverter.

Abstract: A charging control device for use with a spacecraft solar array employs a field emitter array including a cathode and an anode; a first resistor coupled between the cathode of the field emitter array and a solar array common; and a second resistor coupled between the anode of the field emitter array and a solar array positive.

Abstract: A control system is provided for use in conjunction with a lighting fixture which will provide additional safety by avoiding the risk of fire. The safety system provides a number of sensors which are capable of detecting the presence of objects in close proximity to the lighting element and appropriately switching power off when such objects are detected. The actual detection is accomplished by use of a plurality of infrared sensors which create an infrared shield around the bulb of the lighting fixture and insure no objects intrude upon the shielded space while the lighting system is in operation.

Abstract: A wall mounted power supply for a remote instrument handle has a novel self compensating voltage regulating circuit that remains in precise calibration despite variable voltage drops in the load, cabling, and control switches. Power output is enabled by an infrared emitter-detector combination disposed in the device's cradle that senses the absence of the instrument handle therein.

Abstract: Procedure and apparatus for the control of electric power, by which procedure the electric power supplied to a load is regulated by means of a regulator, e.g. a thyristor regulator. The regulator control signals, e.g. thyristor firing pulses, are produced by a separate control unit (6), from where they are passed in the form of optical signals via at least one optical fibre (2) to a socket or equivalent and further to a photosensitive device (Q), which converts the signals into electrical form and applies them to at least one controllable solid-state component, e.g. thyristor, in the power stage of the regulator.

Abstract: A power supply for an integrated circuit chip, including supply regulation circuitry coupled between on-chip circuitry and a power supply connection, the supply regulation circuitry including a transistor having a diode coupled to the control electrode of the transistor, the diode having a relatively large diode junction area, and a resistor coupled in series with the main current path of the transistor having a relatively small or no diode junction area, whereby when the chip is subject to irradiation the diode means increases the conductivity of the main current path so that an increased voltage appears across the resistor thereby to reduce the supply voltage to the on-chip circuitry.

Abstract: A plurality of controlled avalanche semiconductor elements, are connected in series and are irradiated with a controllable quantity of light to form circuits which in principle can switch an unlimited high voltage or can control such a voltage. Dissipating auxiliary means to obtain a uniform voltage distribution cross the circuit are not required. As a light source, light-emitting diodes can be used so that the elements can be controlled at a low-voltage level and with DC separation the circuit can be used in high-voltage amplifiers, high-voltage regulators or high-voltage stabilizers, deflection voltage generators, high-voltage switches in X-ray apparatus, lasers, ignition systems in combustion engines etc.

Abstract: There is disclosed a solar cell power supply device including a first and a second solar cells. The first cell has a determined spectral sensitivity characteristic and the second cell has a different spectral sensitivity characteristic and connected parallel to the first solar cell. A voltage regulating circuit is provided for stabilizing the output voltages from the first and second solar cells and supplying thus stabilized voltage to a load.