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Current Detection and Limiting Method and Apparatus

  • US 20100157498A1
  • Filed: 12/22/2008
  • Published: 06/24/2010
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/22/2008
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An apparatus for detecting and controlling current comprising:

  • a current detector for generating a first value that represents an amount of current being delivered to a device;

    a current limit circuit for generating a second value that represents a maximum permitted current level from a current source; and

    a current controller for controlling the amount of current drawn by the device if the first value exceeds the second value.

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