Abstract: A digital filter with a reduced filtering time. On/off data provided by eight contacts are read at predetermined time intervals, and the on/off data are stored in 8-bit binary data. (four-to one-cycle-previous data and new data). Logical AND and logical OR between the data are carried out to obtain AND result X and OR result Z, logical operations between the previous result In-1 and AND result X is carried out to obtain a result Y, and logical AND between the result Y and the OR result Z is carried out. A bit "A" whose AND result X is "1" is set again to "1", and a bit B whose OR result Z is "0" is set again to "0".

Abstract: A bidirectional lateral insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) includes two gate electrodes. The IGBT can conduct current in two directions. The IGBT relies on a RESURF operation to provide high voltage blocking in both directions. The IGBT is symmetrical, having N-type drift region in contact with an oxide layer. A P-type region is provided above the N-type-drift region, having a portion more heavily doped with P-type dopants. The RESURF operation can be provided by a buried oxide layer or by a P substrate or by a horizontal PN junction. The IGBT can be utilized in various power operations, including a matrix switch or a voltage source converter.