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1.

Electronic component for limiting the inrush current

      
Application Number 16090805
Grant Number 11289244
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-18
First Publication Date 2020-04-16
Grant Date 2022-03-29
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wischnat, Volker
  • Hofrichter, Alfred
  • Rinner, Franz

Abstract

An electronic component is disclosed. In an embodiment, an electronic component includes at least one NTC element and at least two electrically conductive contact elements, wherein the NTC element is electrically conductively connected to a respective contact element via a connection material, and wherein a coefficient of thermal expansion of the contact elements is adapted to a coefficient thermal expansion of the NTC element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 1/14 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors
  • H01C 7/04 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material having negative temperature coefficient
  • H01C 7/06 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material including means to minimise changes in resistance with changes in temperature
  • H01C 7/18 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material comprising a plurality of layers stacked between terminals
  • H01C 17/28 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for applying terminals

2.

DEVICE HAVING AN ELECTROCERAMIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number IB2019053964
Publication Number 2019/234526
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-05-14
Publication Date 2019-12-12
Owner
  • RELYON PLASMA GMBH (Germany)
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Nettesheim, Stefan
  • Forster, Klaus
  • Puff, Markus
  • Pichler, Johann

Abstract

The device (1) according to the invention has an electroceramic component (2), which has a first electrical contact (3A), which is provided on a first side face (2A) of the electroceramic component (2) in the excitation zone (11), and a second electrical contact (3B), which is provided on a second side face (2B) of the electroceramic component (2). A potting compound (20) is applied around the electroceramic component (2) so that the first electrical contact (3A) and the second electrical contact (3B) are covered by the potting compound (20) and a free end (26) of a portion (24) of the high-voltage zone (12) of the electroceramic component (2) projects beyond a free end (22) of the potting compound (20).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/053 - Mounts, supports, enclosures or casings

3.

Device for measuring a condition of an electric switch, electric switch and method for measuring a condition of an electric switch

      
Application Number 16088023
Grant Number 10908216
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-23
First Publication Date 2019-06-06
Grant Date 2021-02-02
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Hoffmann, Robert

Abstract

A device for measuring a condition of an electric switch, an electric switch and a method for measuring a condition of an electric switch are disclosed. In an embodiment an apparatus for measuring a state of an electrical switch is configured to tap a voltage at main contacts of the electrical switch.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/327 - Testing of circuit interrupters, switches or circuit-breakers
  • H01H 9/16 - Indicators for switching condition, e.g. "on" or "off"
  • H01H 71/04 - Means for indicating condition of the switching device
  • H01H 33/02 - High-tension or heavy-current switches with arc-extinguishing or arc-preventing means Details
  • H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current

4.

Power module with capacitor configured for improved thermal management

      
Application Number 16090747
Grant Number 11212947
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-05
First Publication Date 2019-04-18
Grant Date 2021-12-28
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koini, Markus
  • Konrad, Jürgen
  • Kügerl, Georg

Abstract

A module having a power semiconductor device and a ceramic capacitor which is configured for cooling the power semiconductor device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01G 4/38 - Multiple capacitors, i.e. structural combinations of fixed capacitors
  • H01G 4/40 - Structural combinations of fixed capacitors with other electric elements not covered by this subclass, the structure mainly consisting of a capacitor, e.g. RC combinations
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • C04B 35/493 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on zirconium or hafnium oxides or zirconates or hafnates containing also titanium oxide or titanates based on lead zirconates and lead titanates containing also other lead compounds
  • H01G 4/008 - Selection of materials
  • C04B 37/00 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating
  • C04B 37/02 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating with metallic articles
  • H01G 4/228 - Terminals
  • H01L 23/373 - Cooling facilitated by selection of materials for the device
  • H01L 23/00 - Details of semiconductor or other solid state devices
  • H01L 25/16 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices the devices being of types provided for in two or more different subclasses of , , , , or , e.g. forming hybrid circuits
  • H01L 49/02 - Thin-film or thick-film devices
  • H01G 2/08 - Cooling arrangementsHeating arrangementsVentilating arrangements

5.

Multi-LED system

      
Application Number 16086567
Grant Number 10818641
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-21
First Publication Date 2019-04-04
Grant Date 2020-10-27
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Feichtinger, Thomas
  • Steinhauser, Stephan
  • Pudmich, Günter
  • Payr, Edmund
  • Brunner, Sebastian

Abstract

A multi-LED system is disclosed. In an embodiment a multi-LED system includes a ceramic multilayer substrate in which at least two ESD protection structures are integrated, at least two light-emitting diodes arranged on the substrate and at least two capping layers covering one of the light-emitting diodes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 23/48 - Arrangements for conducting electric current to or from the solid state body in operation, e.g. leads or terminal arrangements
  • H01L 25/075 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices all the devices being of a type provided for in a single subclass of subclasses , , , , or , e.g. assemblies of rectifier diodes the devices not having separate containers the devices being of a type provided for in group
  • H01L 25/16 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices the devices being of types provided for in two or more different subclasses of , , , , or , e.g. forming hybrid circuits
  • H01L 33/48 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof characterised by the semiconductor body packages
  • H01L 33/50 - Wavelength conversion elements
  • H01L 27/02 - Devices consisting of a plurality of semiconductor or other solid-state components formed in or on a common substrate including integrated passive circuit elements with at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier
  • H01L 33/64 - Heat extraction or cooling elements
  • H01L 33/00 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof

6.

Method for producing an arrester, and arrester

      
Application Number 16086575
Grant Number 10944243
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-16
First Publication Date 2019-04-04
Grant Date 2021-03-09
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Döllgast, Bernhard
  • Kügerl, Georg
  • Puff, Markus
  • Hoffmann, Robert
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

An arrester and a method for producing an arrester are disclosed. In an embodiment the method includes providing at least three green layers, wherein each layer includes at least one green sheet, introducing at least one hole into a first layer and applying an electrically conductive material for forming inner electrodes to a second layer and a third layer. The method further includes laminating the layers to form a green stack, wherein the first layer is arranged between the second layer and the third layer, separating the green stack into individual components and compacting the individual components, wherein laminating the layers and compacting the individual components are effected in a single temperature process by co-firing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/02 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps Details
  • H01T 21/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for the manufacture or maintenance of spark gaps or sparking plugs
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed
  • H01T 1/24 - Selection of materials for electrodes

7.

Spring clip electrically connecting a wire and electronic component

      
Application Number 16069763
Grant Number 10581182
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-13
First Publication Date 2019-02-21
Grant Date 2020-03-03
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Alvaro
  • Gonzalez, Francisco
  • Wagner, Tomas

Abstract

A holding and contacting device is disclosed. In an embodiment a holding and contacting device includes a cage defining a cable path through the cage and a spring element protruding into the cable path and configured to apply a clamping force onto a cable placed along the cable path, wherein the spring element and the cage comprise a metal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/28 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections
  • H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member
  • H01R 4/52 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball which is spring loaded

8.

Relay

      
Application Number 16069740
Grant Number 10854406
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-30
First Publication Date 2019-01-17
Grant Date 2020-12-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Bobert, Peter

Abstract

A relay is disclosed. In an embodiment a relay includes a magnet armature including a magnetic core and a permanent magnet secured to the magnet armature for identifying a position of the magnet armature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 9/00 - Details of switching devices, not covered by groups
  • H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current
  • H01H 36/00 - Switches actuated by change of magnetic field or of electric field, e.g. by change of relative position of magnet and switch, by shielding
  • H01H 51/06 - Armature is movable between two limit positions of rest and is moved in one direction due to energisation of an electromagnet and after the electromagnet is de-energised is returned by energy stored during the movement in the first direction, e.g. by using a spring, by using a permanent magnet, by gravity
  • H01H 71/04 - Means for indicating condition of the switching device
  • H01H 71/46 - Automatic release mechanisms with or without manual release having means for operating auxiliary contacts additional to the main contacts

9.

DEVICE FOR PRODUCING AN ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA

      
Application Number EP2017076891
Publication Number 2018/077754
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-20
Publication Date 2018-05-03
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Kudela, Pavol
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (11) for producing an atmospheric pressure plasma, comprising a piezoelectric transformer (1) and a first supporting element (22) on which the piezoelectric transformer (1) rests in a position in which an oscillation nodal point forms when the piezoelectric transformer (1) is operated at an operating frequency that is smaller than its parallel resonant frequency, and the piezoelectric transformer (1) is used for producing a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output
  • H01L 41/053 - Mounts, supports, enclosures or casings

10.

ELECTRONIC COMPONENT FOR LIMITING THE INRUSH CURRENT, AND USE OF AN ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2017059132
Publication Number 2017/186527
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-18
Publication Date 2017-11-02
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wischnat, Volker
  • Hofrichter, Alfred
  • Rinner, Franz

Abstract

The invention relates to an electronic component (1) for limiting the inrush current, comprising at least one NTC element (2) and at least two electrically conducting contact elements (3), to each of which the NTC element (2) is connected in an electrically conducting manner via a connection material (7), the thermal expansion coefficient of the contact elements (3) being adapted to the thermal expansion coefficient of the NTC element (2). The invention further relates to the use of an electronic component (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 1/14 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors
  • H01C 1/04 - Arrangements of distinguishing marks, e.g. colour coding
  • H01C 7/06 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material including means to minimise changes in resistance with changes in temperature
  • H01C 17/28 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for applying terminals
  • H01C 7/04 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material having negative temperature coefficient
  • H01C 7/18 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material comprising a plurality of layers stacked between terminals

11.

MULTI-LAYER CARRIER SYSTEM, METHOD FOR PRODUCING A MULTI-LAYER CARRIER SYSTEM AND USE OF A MULTI-LAYER CARRIER SYSTEM

      
Application Number EP2017053519
Publication Number 2017/182159
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-16
Publication Date 2017-10-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Feichtinger, Thomas
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Pudmich, Günter
  • Rollett, Werner
  • Weilguni, Michael

Abstract

A multi-layer carrier system (10) is described, having at least one multi-layer ceramic substrate (2) and at least one matrix module (7) of heat-producing semiconductor components (1a, 1b), wherein the semiconductor components (1a, 1b) are provided on the multi-layer ceramic substrate (2) and wherein the matrix module (7) is connected in an electrically conductive manner to a driver circuit via the multi-layer ceramic substrate (2). In addition, a method for producing a multi-layer carrier system (10) and the use of a multi-layer carrier system are described.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 25/075 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices all the devices being of a type provided for in a single subclass of subclasses , , , , or , e.g. assemblies of rectifier diodes the devices not having separate containers the devices being of a type provided for in group
  • H05K 1/03 - Use of materials for the substrate
  • H01L 23/498 - Leads on insulating substrates
  • H01L 33/62 - Arrangements for conducting electric current to or from the semiconductor body, e.g. leadframe, wire-bond or solder balls
  • H01L 23/15 - Ceramic or glass substrates
  • H01L 23/367 - Cooling facilitated by shape of device

12.

CARRIER SYSTEM

      
Application Number EP2017053388
Publication Number 2017/182157
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-15
Publication Date 2017-10-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Feichtinger, Thomas
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Pudmich, Günter
  • Rollett, Werner
  • Weilguni, Michael

Abstract

A multi-layer carrier system (10) is described, having: at least one multi-layer ceramic substrate (2); at least one matrix module (7) of heat-producing semiconductor components (1a, 1b), the semiconductor components (1a, 1b) being provided on the multi-layer ceramic substrate (2); and an additional substrate (3), the multi-layer ceramic substrate (2) being provided on the substrate (3), wherein the matrix module (7) is connected in an electrically conductive manner to a driver circuit via the multi-layer ceramic substrate (2) and the additional substrate (3). Furthermore, a method for producing a multi-layer carrier system (10) and the use of a multi-layer ceramic substrate are described.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 33/62 - Arrangements for conducting electric current to or from the semiconductor body, e.g. leadframe, wire-bond or solder balls
  • H05K 1/00 - Printed circuits
  • H01L 25/16 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices the devices being of types provided for in two or more different subclasses of , , , , or , e.g. forming hybrid circuits
  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H05K 1/03 - Use of materials for the substrate

13.

PIEZOELECTRIC CERAMIC, METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF AND ELECTROCERAMIC COMPONENT COMPRISING THE PIEZOCERAMIC

      
Application Number EP2017057973
Publication Number 2017/182263
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-04
Publication Date 2017-10-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Orosel, Denis
  • Puff, Markus
  • Döllgast, Bernhard
  • Schossmann, Michael

Abstract

The invention relates to a hard lead-zirconate-titanate (PZT) ceramic of general structure AB03, wherein the PZT ceramic has on the B areas a doping with Mn and on the A areas and/or on the B areas a doping with Cu. The invention also relates to a method for producing a ceramic material and an electroceramic component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/491 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on zirconium or hafnium oxides or zirconates or hafnates containing also titanium oxide or titanates based on lead zirconates and lead titanates
  • C04B 35/493 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on zirconium or hafnium oxides or zirconates or hafnates containing also titanium oxide or titanates based on lead zirconates and lead titanates containing also other lead compounds
  • C04B 35/64 - Burning or sintering processes
  • H01L 41/187 - Ceramic compositions

14.

MODULE

      
Application Number EP2017058125
Publication Number 2017/174662
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-04-05
Publication Date 2017-10-12
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koini, Markus
  • Konrad, Jürgen
  • Kügerl, Georg

Abstract

The invention relates to a module (1) comprising a power semiconductor element (2) and a ceramic capacitor (3) which is designed to cool the power semiconductor element (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01G 4/38 - Multiple capacitors, i.e. structural combinations of fixed capacitors
  • H01G 4/40 - Structural combinations of fixed capacitors with other electric elements not covered by this subclass, the structure mainly consisting of a capacitor, e.g. RC combinations
  • H01G 2/08 - Cooling arrangementsHeating arrangementsVentilating arrangements
  • H01G 4/008 - Selection of materials
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics

15.

ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR

      
Application Number EP2017057211
Publication Number 2017/167696
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-27
Publication Date 2017-10-05
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Will, Norbert
  • Bueno De Camargo Mello, Fabio Augusto
  • Peretta, Igor
  • Almeida, Emerson
  • Coster, Moisés
  • Machado, Thales

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrolytic capacitor (1) which has a housing (2). The housing (2) has a base (2a) and an opening (2c) which is arranged opposite the base (2a). The electrolytic capacitor (1) has a closure element (8), which is at least partly introduced into the opening (2c) and which is designed and arranged so as to close the housing (2). The closure element (8) has a sealing element (10) for an electrically insulating connection between the closure element (8) and the housing (2). The closure element (8) has at least one contact element (9) for connecting to another contact element (13) in an electrically conductive manner.

IPC Classes  ?

16.

CAPACITOR ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number EP2017054214
Publication Number 2017/167507
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-23
Publication Date 2017-10-05
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Konrad, Jürgen
  • Koini, Markus
  • Rinner, Franz

Abstract

The invention relates to a capacitor assembly (1), having at least a ceramic multi-layer capacitor (2), which has ceramic layers (4) and first and second electrodes (5a, 5b) arranged therebetween, and a base (3). The base (3) has a substrate (9) and conducting tracks (10a, 10b), wherein the conducting tracks (10a, 10b) lead from a top side (11) of the substrate (9) facing the multi-layer capacitor (2) to a bottom side (12) of the substrate (9) facing away from the multi-layer capacitor (2). The multi-layer capacitor (2) is mechanically fastened to the base (3). The first electrodes (5a) and the second electrodes (5b) are in electrical contact with the conducting tracks (10a, 10b).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01G 4/38 - Multiple capacitors, i.e. structural combinations of fixed capacitors
  • H01G 2/06 - Mountings specially adapted for mounting on a printed-circuit support
  • H01G 4/232 - Terminals electrically connecting two or more layers of a stacked or rolled capacitor

17.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ARRESTER, AND ARRESTER

      
Application Number EP2017053502
Publication Number 2017/162376
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-16
Publication Date 2017-09-28
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Doellgast, Bernhard
  • Kuegerl, Georg
  • Puff, Markus
  • Hoffmann, Robert
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing an arrester (1), comprising the following steps: providing at least three green layers (10, 11, 12), wherein each layer (10, 11, 12) has at least one green film, introducing at least one hole (4) into a first layer (10), applying an electrically conductive material (13) in order to form inner electrodes (3) on a second layer (11) and a third layer (12), laminating the layers (10, 11, 12) to form a stack (20), wherein the first layer (10) is arranged between the second layer (11) and the third layer (12), dividing the green stack (20) into individual components (30), compressing the individual components (30), wherein the laminating of the layers (10, 11, 12) and the compressing of the individual components (30) are performed in a single temperature process by co-firing. The invention further relates to an arrester (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed
  • H01T 21/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for the manufacture or maintenance of spark gaps or sparking plugs

18.

DEVICE FOR MEASURING A CONDITION OF AN ELECTRIC SWITCH, ELECTRIC SWITCH AND METHOD FOR MEASURING A CONDITION OF AN ELECTRIC SWITCH

      
Application Number EP2017054171
Publication Number 2017/162396
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-23
Publication Date 2017-09-28
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Hoffmann, Robert

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (10) for measuring a condition of an electric switch (1), the device (10) being designed to tap a voltage at main contacts (2a, 2b) of the electric switch (1). The invention also relates to an electric switch (1) comprising the device (10) and to a method for measuring a condition of an electric switch (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 71/04 - Means for indicating condition of the switching device
  • H01H 9/16 - Indicators for switching condition, e.g. "on" or "off"
  • H01H 33/02 - High-tension or heavy-current switches with arc-extinguishing or arc-preventing means Details
  • H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current

19.

MULTI-LED SYSTEM

      
Application Number EP2017056687
Publication Number 2017/162665
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-21
Publication Date 2017-09-28
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Feichtinger, Thomas
  • Steinhauser, Stephan
  • Pudmich, Günter
  • Payr, Edmund
  • Brunner, Sebastian

Abstract

Disclosed is a multi-LED system (1) comprising a ceramic multilayer substrate (2) into which at least two ESD protection structures (4, 4', 4", 4''') are integrated. The multi-LED system (1) includes at least two light emitting diodes (16, 16', 16'', 16''') on the substrate (2), as well as at least two cover layers (18, 18', 18'', 18'''), each of which covers one of the light emitting diodes (4, 4', 4'', 4''').

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 25/16 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices the devices being of types provided for in two or more different subclasses of , , , , or , e.g. forming hybrid circuits
  • H01L 33/00 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof
  • H01L 33/48 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof characterised by the semiconductor body packages
  • H01L 33/50 - Wavelength conversion elements

20.

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING A GAS-TIGHT METAL-CERAMIC JOIN AND USE OF THE GAS-TIGHT METAL-CERAMIC JOIN

      
Application Number EP2017056816
Publication Number 2017/162735
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-22
Publication Date 2017-09-28
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hoffmann, Robert
  • Obermair, Stefan

Abstract

A process for producing a gas-tight metal-ceramic join is described, comprising the steps of: A) providing at least one ceramic base body (2) comprising a first face (2a) and a second face (2b), B) applying a metallization onto at least one section of the faces (2a, 2b) of the base body (2), C) applying a nickel layer onto the metallized section of the faces (2a, 2b), D) applying a solder paste (7) to the metallized section of the first face (2a) and/or the second face (2b) of the base body (2), E) drying the solder paste (7), F) baking the solder paste (7). Also described are a use of a gas-tight metal-ceramic join in an arrester (1) for surge protection and also an arrester (1) for surge protection.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 37/02 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating with metallic articles
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed

21.

CAN FOR ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR

      
Application Number EP2017056156
Publication Number 2017/158047
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-15
Publication Date 2017-09-21
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bösze, Róbert
  • Lakatár, Tamás
  • Sakura, Naoki
  • Klug, Ottó
  • Gál, László
  • Müller, Achim

Abstract

A can (1) for an electrolytic capacitor (13)comprises a bottom (2) comprising a first area (5) and a second area (6), wherein the first area (5) is recessed relative to the second area (6) at an outer surface (7) of the bottom (2). A can (1) for an electrolytic capacitor (13) may comprise the aluminum alloy AlSi1MgMn a base material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 9/12 - Vents or other means allowing expansion
  • H01G 9/00 - Electrolytic capacitors, rectifiers, detectors, switching devices, light-sensitive or temperature-sensitive devicesProcesses of their manufacture
  • H01G 9/06 - Mounting in containers
  • H01G 9/15 - Solid electrolytic capacitors

22.

CERAMIC MATERIAL, VARISTOR AND METHODS OF PREPARING THE CERAMIC MATERIAL AND THE VARISTOR

      
Application Number EP2017055989
Publication Number 2017/157937
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-14
Publication Date 2017-09-21
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wang, Yongli
  • Wu, Jianxin
  • Yi, Wenbin

Abstract

A ceramic material is disclosed comprising ZnO as a main component, and additives being chosen from a group comprising an Al3+-containing solution, a Ba2+-containing solution, and at least one compound containing a metal element, wherein the metal element is chosen from a group comprising Bi, Sb, Co, Mn, Ni, Y, and Cr. Further a varistor is disclosed comprising a ceramic body (10) containing a sintered ceramic material. Methods for preparing the ceramic material and a varistor are provided as well.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 7/112 - ZnO type
  • C04B 35/453 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on zinc, tin or bismuth oxides or solid solutions thereof with other oxides, e.g. zincates, stannates or bismuthates

23.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A NON-THERMAL ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA

      
Application Number EP2017051559
Publication Number 2017/153084
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-25
Publication Date 2017-09-14
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weilguni, Michael
  • Kudela, Pavol

Abstract

The present invention relates to an apparatus for generating a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma, which apparatus has a first piezoelectric transformer (1), a second piezoelectric transformer (101) and a drive circuit which is configured to apply an input voltage to each of the piezoelectric transformers (1, 101), wherein the input voltage which is applied to the first transformer (1) is phase-shifted through 90° in relation to the input voltage which is applied to the second transformer (101). The invention further relates to a method for generating a non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma by means of at least one first piezoelectric transformer (1) and one second piezoelectric transformer (101).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma
  • H01L 41/00 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES; ELECTRIC SOLID STATE DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR - Details thereof

24.

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING OZONE AND APPARATUS FOR OZONE GENERATION

      
Application Number EP2017054219
Publication Number 2017/153179
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-23
Publication Date 2017-09-14
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weilguni, Michael
  • Puff, Markus
  • Kudela, Pavol

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for producing ozone, wherein a piezoelectric transformer (1) is used for generation of the ozone. For generation of the ozone, an input voltage is applied to an inlet region (2) of the piezoelectric transformer (1), and so a high voltage is produced in an outlet region (3) of the piezoelectric transformer (1). In addition, the piezoelectric transformer (1) is surrounded by an oxygenous process gas, with formation of ozone from the process gas by the high voltage generated in the outlet region (3). A further aspect of the present invention relates to an apparatus (11) for ozone generation that includes a piezoelectric transformer (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • C01B 13/11 - Preparation of ozone by electric discharge
  • H01L 41/04 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES; ELECTRIC SOLID STATE DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR - Details thereof - Details of piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements
  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output

25.

DIELECTRIC CERAMIC COMPOSITION, METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION AND USE THEREOF

      
Application Number EP2017050794
Publication Number 2017/148606
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-16
Publication Date 2017-09-08
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Dudesek, Pavol

Abstract

The invention relates to a ceramic composition having improved electrical and mechanical properties, comprising Mg, O, Si and optionally divalent (AO) and tetravalent (DO2) oxides and having the quantity ratio of Mg (1+x)(1-y) O3+xA(1+x)ySi(1-z)Dz.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/16 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on silicates other than clay
  • C04B 35/457 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on zinc, tin or bismuth oxides or solid solutions thereof with other oxides, e.g. zincates, stannates or bismuthates based on tin oxides or stannates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/48 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on zirconium or hafnium oxides or zirconates or hafnates
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics

26.

EMC FILTER AND USE THEREOF

      
Application Number EP2017053902
Publication Number 2017/144447
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-21
Publication Date 2017-08-31
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Beck, Fabian

Abstract

The description relates to a filter component (20) for use in wireless power transmission, having a resonant circuit (L3C3X) having an inductance (L3) and at least one capacitor (C3) that is connected in series with the inductance (L3), wherein the resonant circuit (L3C3X) is designed and arranged for attenuation of harmonics in the longwave band. Further, the use of a resonant circuit (L3C3X) is described.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02M 1/12 - Arrangements for reducing harmonics from AC input or output
  • H02M 1/44 - Circuits or arrangements for compensating for electromagnetic interference in converters or inverters

27.

VARISTOR COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR SECURING A VARISTOR COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2017051393
Publication Number 2017/140463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-24
Publication Date 2017-08-24
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Sun, Shaoyu
  • Tian, Xiaojia
  • Zhang, Rongguang

Abstract

A varistor component with improved failure safety is provided. The varistor component comprises a varistor and a second external contact. A current path between the varistor and a second external contact can be actively blocked by a shutter if the temperature of a heat-sensitive element exceeds a critical temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 7/12 - Overvoltage protection resistorsArresters

28.

DEVICE FOR PRODUCING AN ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE PLASMA

      
Application Number EP2017052615
Publication Number 2017/140531
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-07
Publication Date 2017-08-24
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kudela, Pavol
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (11) for producing an atmospheric pressure plasma, said device comprising a piezoelectric transformer (1) having an input region (2) and an output region (3), the input region (2) being designed to convert an applied alternating voltage into a mechanical oscillation, the output region (3) being designed to convert a mechanical oscillation into an electrical voltage, and the output region (3) connecting to the input region (2) in a longitudinal direction (z). Said device also comprises a contact element (13, 14) fixed to the piezoelectric transformer (1) and designed to apply an alternating voltage to the input region (2), in addition to a holding element (17), the contact element (13, 14) being connected to the holding element (17) by means of a form-locking connection in such a way that movement of the piezoelectric transformer (1) in the longitudinal direction (z) in relation to the holding element (17) is prevented.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output
  • H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma

29.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFORMER AND PIEZOELETRIC TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2017050412
Publication Number 2017/137195
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-10
Publication Date 2017-08-17
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Doellgast, Bernhard
  • Puff, Markus
  • Kudela, Pavol
  • Weilguni, Michael

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a piezoelectric transformer (1). The method comprises the following steps: a) producing a base body having an input region (2), in which electrodes (4) and a first piezoelectric material (5) are alternately stacked on top of one another, and an output region (3) having a second piezoelectric material (9); b) polarising the first piezoelectric material (5); and c) attaching a removable contact to an output-side end side (10) of the base body, which points away from the input region (2), and applying a first electrical potential to the removable contact for polarising the second piezoelectric material (9), wherein the steps b) and c) are carried out in any desired order. The invention also relates to a piezoelectric transformer (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output
  • H01L 41/257 - Treating devices or parts thereof to modify a piezo-electric or electrostrictive property, e.g. polarisation characteristics, vibration characteristics or mode tuning by polarising
  • H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma

30.

ARRESTER FOR SURGE PROTECTION

      
Application Number EP2017051562
Publication Number 2017/133951
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-25
Publication Date 2017-08-10
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Dorsch, Eduard
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

An arrester (1) for surge protection comprises a first electrode (2), a second electrode (3) and a discharge chamber (8) to allow an electrical discharge (9) to take place between the electrodes (2, 3) during a surge. The arrester (1) further comprises an insulator (4) that forms an inner wall (5) of the arrester (1), said inner wall (5) being provided with a protrusion (13).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/10 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed

31.

RELAY

      
Application Number EP2017051945
Publication Number 2017/129823
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-30
Publication Date 2017-08-03
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Bobert, Peter

Abstract

The invention relates to a relay (1) comprising a magnet armature (5) having a magnetic core (6), wherein on the magnet armature (5), a permanent magnet (15) for detecting the position of the magnet armature (5) is fastened. The relay (1) is a gas-filled relay, in particular a gas-filled contactor, for example. The magnetic sensor (5) may be arranged outside a housing (11) of the relay (1). Due to the magnetic force, a detection of a switching position of the relay (1) without a cable passage through the housing (11) is possible.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 36/00 - Switches actuated by change of magnetic field or of electric field, e.g. by change of relative position of magnet and switch, by shielding
  • H01H 51/06 - Armature is movable between two limit positions of rest and is moved in one direction due to energisation of an electromagnet and after the electromagnet is de-energised is returned by energy stored during the movement in the first direction, e.g. by using a spring, by using a permanent magnet, by gravity

32.

ARRANGEMENT FOR DIVERTING VOLTAGE SURGES

      
Application Number EP2016079326
Publication Number 2017/129291
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-30
Publication Date 2017-08-03
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Dorsch, Eduard
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to an arrangement (1) for diverting voltage surges, having a plurality of gas-filled voltage surge arresters (2) connected in series between a first potential node (6) and a reference potential node (5). From at least one potential node (7) situated between the voltage surge arresters (2) an RC element having a resistor (4) and capacitor (3) connected in parallel is coupled to the reference potential node (5). The invention further relates to a use of the arrangement (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/16 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a plurality of gaps arranged in series
  • H01T 4/20 - Arrangements for improving potential distribution

33.

COMPONENT SUBSTRATE HAVING A PROTECTIVE FUNCTION AND METHOD FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF

      
Application Number EP2016074977
Publication Number 2017/121505
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-18
Publication Date 2017-07-20
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Faistauer, Christian
  • Aichholzer, Klaus-Dieter
  • Brunner, Sebastian
  • Payr, Edmund
  • Pudmich, Günter

Abstract

The invention relates to a mechanically stable main body having a recess in which an ESD protection element is at least partially embedded and fixed mechanically by a connecting means. Electrical connections of the protecting element are connected, by means of a structured metal layer which rests on the main body and the protection element, to connection areas on the upper side of the main body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 1/14 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors
  • H01C 7/12 - Overvoltage protection resistorsArresters

34.

COMPONENT CARRIER HAVING AN ESD PROTECTIVE FUNCTION AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME

      
Application Number EP2017050409
Publication Number 2017/121727
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-10
Publication Date 2017-07-20
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Brunner, Sebastian
  • Faistauer, Christian
  • Pudmich, Günter
  • Payr, Edmund
  • Wiesbauer, Kurt

Abstract

A green sheet consisting of varistor material is laminated on a ceramic base body (GK), which is provided on both sides with metallizations (EP1, AF), and is sintered to form a varistor layer (VS). A closing pair of electrodes (EP1, EP2) completes the arrangement, allowing the varistor layer to be operated as a varistor. The upper second pair of electrodes (EP2) can directly be used as a connection contact for mounting an electrical component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 1/14 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors
  • H01C 1/144 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors the terminals or tapping points being welded or soldered
  • H01C 7/102 - Varistor boundary, e.g. surface layers
  • H01C 17/065 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for coating resistive material on a base by thick-film techniques, e.g. serigraphy
  • H05K 1/00 - Printed circuits
  • H01C 17/28 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for applying terminals
  • H01C 7/10 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material voltage responsive, i.e. varistors

35.

HOLDING AND CONTACTING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2017050688
Publication Number 2017/121861
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-13
Publication Date 2017-07-20
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Gonzalez, Alvaro
  • Gonzalez, Francisco
  • Wagner, Thomas

Abstract

The present invention concerns a holding and contacting device (1) which comprises a cage (2) which defines a cable path (8) through the cage (2) and a spring element (3) which protrudes into the cable path (8) and which is configured to apply a clamping force onto a cable (14) placed along the cable path (8), wherein the spring element (3) and the cage (2) comprise a metal. The cable (14) may be either a braided cable or a solid wire. The cable (14) may be removed by means of a release pry (13), i.e. by pulling the release pry (13) upwards.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/48 - Clamped connectionsSpring connections using a spring, clip or other resilient member

36.

CAPACITOR COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016082854
Publication Number 2017/114905
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-12-29
Publication Date 2017-07-06
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Will, Norbert
  • Bueno De Carmargo Mello, Fabio Augusto
  • Peretta, Igor
  • Faria, Paulo

Abstract

The invention relates to a capacitor component that includes a winding (2) with an oval core hole (6). The oval core hole (6) has a maximum diameter (7) and a minimum diameter (8) that is smaller than the maximum diameter (7). The winding (2) is designed in such a way that a force acting on the winding (2) only at certain points causes only a local deformation of the winding (2).

IPC Classes  ?

37.

ARRANGEMENT FOR COMPENSATING DISTURBANCE VOLTAGES INDUCED IN A TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2016074573
Publication Number 2017/102134
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-13
Publication Date 2017-06-22
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Forster, Michael
  • Neudecker, Martin

Abstract

The invention relates to an arrangement for compensating disturbance voltages induced in a transformer, comprising a transformer component (1), wherein the transformer component (1) has a transformer winding (1280), and an auxiliary device (2), wherein the auxiliary device (2) has an auxiliary winding (32), and wherein the auxiliary winding (32) is connected to the transformer winding (1280) in series. The auxiliary device (2) is arranged and designed in such a way that a disturbance voltage (21) induced in the transformer component (1) is reduced by a counter-voltage (31) induced in the auxiliary device (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 27/34 - Special means for preventing or reducing unwanted electric or magnetic effects, e.g. no-load losses, reactive currents, harmonics, oscillations, leakage fields
  • H01F 27/38 - Auxiliary core membersAuxiliary coils or windings

38.

NTC CERAMIC PART, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT FOR INRUSH CURRENT LIMITING, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AN ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016080789
Publication Number 2017/102724
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-12-13
Publication Date 2017-06-22
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Grünbichler, Hermann
  • Schweinzger, Manfred
  • Rinner, Franz

Abstract

The invention relates to an NTC ceramic part for use in an electronic component (10) for inrush current limiting, the NTC ceramic part having an electric resistance in the mΩ range at a temperature of 25°C and/or at room temperature. The invention further relates to an electronic component (10), a method for manufacturing an electronic component (10), and a system (200) comprising at least one electronic component (10).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 7/04 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material having negative temperature coefficient

39.

ELECTRICAL PROTECTION COMPONENT HAVING A SHORT-CIRCUIT DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2016078447
Publication Number 2017/097584
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-22
Publication Date 2017-06-15
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kee Khon, Lau
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrical protection component having a short-circuit device, comprising an overvoltage arrester (1), which has electrodes (3, 5, 7), and comprising a thermal short-circuit device, which comprises a clip (12), the first section (13) of which is snapped onto the overvoltage arrester (1) and the second section (15) of which has a short-circuit bow (17), wherein the short-circuit bow (17) of the clip (12) is spaced apart from at least one of the electrodes (3, 5, 7) by means of a fusible element (19) and the short-circuit bow (17) connects two of the electrodes (3, 5, 7) to each other in an electrically conductive manner when the fusible element (19) melts, characterized in that the fusible element (19) has a melting point of at least 300 degrees Celsius.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 1/14 - Means structurally associated with spark gap for protecting it against overload or for disconnecting it in case of failure
  • H02H 9/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for limiting excess current or voltage without disconnection responsive to excess voltage

40.

POWER CONTACTOR AND METHOD FOR CHECKING THE FUNCTION OF A POWER CONTACTOR

      
Application Number EP2016069441
Publication Number 2017/097446
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-08-16
Publication Date 2017-06-15
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hoffmann, Robert
  • Schreiber-Prillwitz, Wolfgang
  • Dehoff, Carsten
  • Däumer, Wolfgang

Abstract

The invention relates to a power contactor (1) which has a first electric contact (3), a second electric contact (4), and a switching element (5) which can assume an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, the switching element (5) contacts the first electric contact (3) and the second electric contact (4) together, and when the switching element (5) is in the open position, the first electric contact (4) and the second electric contact (4) are insulated from each other. The power contactor also has a current sensor (2) which is integrated into the power contactor (1) and which is designed to detect the current strength of a current flowing through the power contactor (1). The invention further relates to a method for checking the function of a power contactor (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 15/20 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks using galvano-magnetic devices, e.g. Hall-effect devices
  • H02H 7/22 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for distribution gear, e.g. bus-bar systemsEmergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for switching devices
  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
  • B60L 3/00 - Electric devices on electrically-propelled vehicles for safety purposesMonitoring operating variables, e.g. speed, deceleration or energy consumption
  • G01R 31/327 - Testing of circuit interrupters, switches or circuit-breakers
  • G01R 31/36 - Arrangements for testing, measuring or monitoring the electrical condition of accumulators or electric batteries, e.g. capacity or state of charge [SoC]

41.

CERAMIC MULTI-LAYER COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A CERAMIC MULTI-LAYER COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016076726
Publication Number 2017/089095
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-04
Publication Date 2017-06-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Wozniak, Uwe
  • Feichtinger, Thomas

Abstract

The invention relates to a multi-layer component (1), having a ceramic base (2) and at least one metal structure (3, 5, 6), wherein the metal structure (3, 5, 6 is co-sintered, wherein the base has a doping with a material of the metal structure (3, 5, 6), and wherein the base is doped with the material of the metal structure (3, 5, 6) in such a way that diffusion of material from the metal structure (3, 5, 6) into the base (2) during the sintering operation is reduced. The invention further relates to a method for producing a multi-layer component (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 1/148 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors the terminals embracing or surrounding the resistive element
  • H01C 7/102 - Varistor boundary, e.g. surface layers
  • H01C 7/108 - Metal oxide
  • H01C 7/18 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material comprising a plurality of layers stacked between terminals
  • H01C 7/10 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material voltage responsive, i.e. varistors
  • H01C 17/065 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for coating resistive material on a base by thick-film techniques, e.g. serigraphy
  • H01C 17/28 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for applying terminals

42.

SMD INDUCTOR WITH HIGH PEAK CURRENT CAPACITY AND LOW LOSSES, AND METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

      
Application Number EP2016077318
Publication Number 2017/084965
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-10
Publication Date 2017-05-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Beckmann, Dirk
  • Drespling, Anneliese
  • Jerez, Felipe

Abstract

The invention relates to an SMD inductor as a component, and to a method for producing an SMD inductor. The inductor simultaneously has low losses and a high peak current capacity, as well as a high mechanical stability. In addition, the inductor comprises an inner core part, an outer core part and a coil with a wire. The inner core part presents an alloy. The outer core part presents ferrite. The wire is wound around the inner core part, and the inner core part with the wire is arranged in the outer core part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 27/29 - TerminalsTapping arrangements
  • H01F 3/10 - Composite arrangements of magnetic circuits
  • H01F 17/04 - Fixed inductances of the signal type with magnetic core
  • H01F 27/28 - CoilsWindingsConductive connections

43.

PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2016077719
Publication Number 2017/085055
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-15
Publication Date 2017-05-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weilguni, Michael
  • Puff, Markus
  • Kudela, Pavol
  • Döllgast, Bernhard

Abstract

The invention relates to a piezoelectric transformer (1) comprising an input section (2) and an output section (3); the input section (2) is designed to convert an alternating voltage applied thereto into a mechanical vibration, and the output section (3) is designed to convert a mechanical vibration into an voltage. The piezoelectric transformer (1) has a longest edge (13) and a shortest edge (14), the longest edge (13) being no more than 20 times longer than the shortest edge (14).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output
  • A61B 18/04 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body by heating
  • C01B 13/11 - Preparation of ozone by electric discharge

44.

ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITOR WITH SAFETY VENT

      
Application Number EP2016077746
Publication Number 2017/085065
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-15
Publication Date 2017-05-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Elekes, Krisztián
  • Bösze, Róbert
  • Klug, Ottó
  • Gál, László

Abstract

An electrolytic capacitor comprises a case (2), a capacitor element (3) mounted in the case (2) and a safety vent (12) for enabling pressure relief, wherein the safety vent (12) is located at least partially inside a hole (4) of the capacitor element (3). Furthermore, a method of operating a capacitor (1) comprising a safety vent for enabling gradual pressure relief through a side (6, 8) of the capacitor (1) comprises operating the capacitor (1) in an orientation where the side does not point downwards.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 9/12 - Vents or other means allowing expansion

45.

PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2016076995
Publication Number 2017/081015
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-08
Publication Date 2017-05-18
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Döllgast, Bernhard
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Kudela, Pavol

Abstract

Disclosed is a piezoelectric transformer (1) formed by a cylinder-shaped base body (2) with an input region (4) and an output region (5), wherein the cylinder axis extends in a longitudinal direction (L). The output region (5) comprises a single piezoelectric layer (12), which is polarised in the longitudinal direction (L). In the input region (4) a first piezoelectric layer (6), on which a first inner electrode (7) is arranged, and a second piezoelectric layer (8), on which a second inner electrode (9) is arranged, are wounded around each other, wherein the layers (6, 8) are each polarised in a radial direction (R).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output
  • H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma

46.

CONTROL CIRCUIT AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFOMER

      
Application Number EP2016077463
Publication Number 2017/081272
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-11
Publication Date 2017-05-18
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Weilguni, Michael

Abstract

The invention relates to a control circuit (2) designed to apply a voltage with a periodic course to a piezoelectric transformer (3), the period duration of which is established by a control frequency, wherein the control circuit (2) has an inductance (8) and a control unit (16), and wherein the control unit (16) is designed to adjust the control frequency of the applied voltage in accordance with an average current intensity of a current flowing through the inductance (8). The invention also relates to a method for controlling a piezoelectric transformer (3).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/04 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES; ELECTRIC SOLID STATE DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR - Details thereof - Details of piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements
  • H02N 2/06 - Drive circuitsControl arrangements
  • H05B 41/282 - Circuit arrangements in which the lamp is fed by power derived from DC by means of a converter, e.g. by high-voltage DC using static converters with semiconductor devices

47.

SENSOR ELEMENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SENSOR ELEMENT

      
Application Number EP2016074944
Publication Number 2017/076632
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-18
Publication Date 2017-05-11
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ihle, Jan
  • Weidenfelder, Anke
  • Mead, Christl Lisa
  • Kloiber, Gerald

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor element for measuring temperatures. The sensor element (1) comprises a ceramic carrier (2), and at least one electrode (3), the carrier (2) comprises an upper side and a lower side, an NTC layer (4) is respectively arranged on the upper side and on the lower side of the carrier (2), a resistance of the respective NTC layer (4) is determined due to a thickness and/or geometry of the respective NTC layer (4). The invention also relates to a method for producing a sensor element (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

48.

SENSOR ELEMENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SENSOR ELEMENT

      
Application Number EP2016074942
Publication Number 2017/076631
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-18
Publication Date 2017-05-11
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ihle, Jan
  • Weidenfelder, Anke
  • Mead, Christl Lisa
  • Kloiber, Gerald

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor element for measuring temperatures. The sensor element (1) comprises a ceramic carrier (2) and at least one NTC layer (4), the carrier (2) is printed with the NTC layer (3) which covers at least one part of a surface of the carrier (2). Said sensor element (1) is designed for wireless contact. The invention also relates to a method for producing a sensor element (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

49.

SENSOR SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SENSOR SYSTEM

      
Application Number EP2016074963
Publication Number 2017/076638
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-18
Publication Date 2017-05-11
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ihle, Jan
  • Weidenfelder, Anke

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor system (10) for measuring temperatures, comprising a sensor element (1) with at least one electrode (2, 3) and at least one contacting element (4), said contacting element (4) is designed and arranged to wirelessly contact the sensor element (1). The invention also relates to a method for producing a sensor arrangement (10).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

50.

SENSOR ELEMENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SENSOR ELEMENT

      
Application Number EP2016074966
Publication Number 2017/076639
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-18
Publication Date 2017-05-11
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ihle, Jan
  • Weidenfelder, Anke
  • Mead, Christl Lisa

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor element for measuring temperatures. Said sensor element (1) is provided to be secured by means of pressure sintering to a printed circuit board, the sensor element (1) is designed such that pressure exerted on the sensor element (1) during pressure sintering is compensated. The invention also relates to methods for producing a sensor element (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01K 7/16 - Measuring temperature based on the use of electric or magnetic elements directly sensitive to heat using resistive elements

51.

SENSOR AND METHOD FOR MEASURING A PRESSURE

      
Application Number EP2016074082
Publication Number 2017/060478
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-07
Publication Date 2017-04-13
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Galler, Martin
  • Kastl, Harald
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor (1) having a base which has a piezoelectric material (13) and at least two internal electrodes (3, 4) arranged in the piezoelectric material (13), which are arranged in such a way that a voltage is produced between the at least two internal electrodes (3, 4) when a pressure acts on a side surface (9, 10) of the base (2) that is provided for a pressure to be applied. The sensor can have a mechanical amplification system (14).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01L 1/16 - Measuring force or stress, in general using properties of piezoelectric devices
  • H01L 41/113 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with mechanical input and electrical output
  • G01L 5/00 - Apparatus for, or methods of, measuring force, work, mechanical power, or torque, specially adapted for specific purposes

52.

COMPONENT FOR PRODUCING ACTIVE HAPTIC FEEDBACK

      
Application Number EP2016070638
Publication Number 2017/060011
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-01
Publication Date 2017-04-13
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Rinner, Franz

Abstract

The present invention relates to a component (1) for producing active haptic feedback that has a base body (2) having first and second inner electrodes (3, 4) stacked above one another in a stacking direction (S), wherein the inner electrodes (3, 4) have a respective piezoelectric layer (9) arranged between them, wherein the component (1) is designed to detect a force exerted on the component (1), wherein the component (1) is designed to produce active haptic feedback when a force exerted on the component (1) is detected, and wherein the haptic feedback is produced by virtue of the first and second inner electrodes (3, 4) having a voltage applied between them that results in a change of length for the base body (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/08 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements
  • H03K 17/96 - Touch switches
  • H01L 41/083 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements having a stacked or multilayer structure
  • H01L 41/047 - Electrodes

53.

PRESSURE SENSOR AND METHOD FOR MEASURING A PRESSURE

      
Application Number EP2016070644
Publication Number 2017/060012
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-01
Publication Date 2017-04-13
Owner
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
  • ROBERT BOSCH GMBH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Galler, Martin
  • Kastl, Harald
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The invention relates to a pressure sensor (1) having a base body, which has a piezo-electric material (13) and at least two internal electrodes (3, 4), arranged in the piezo-electric material, which are arranged such that a voltage is generated between the at least two internal electrodes (3, 4) when a pressure is exerted on a side surface (9, 10) of the base body (2) which is provided for pressurization.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01L 1/16 - Measuring force or stress, in general using properties of piezoelectric devices
  • H01L 41/113 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with mechanical input and electrical output

54.

PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2016072734
Publication Number 2017/060104
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-23
Publication Date 2017-04-13
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weilguni, Michael
  • Rinner, Franz

Abstract

The invention relates to a piezoelectric transformer comprising a piezoelectric element (1) of length L, wherein an input voltage Uin can be applied at an input side (2) for transformation into an output voltage Uout at an output side (3) according to a transformation ratio formula (I). The piezoelectric element (1) has multiple plies (4a, 4b, 4c) of inner electrodes, which are arranged in multiple different layers (S1, S2, S3). Each ply (4a, 4b, 4c) of inner electrodes extends along at least one predetermined sub-section of a predetermined length, wherein sub-sections of plies (4a, 4c) of a first group of layers (S1, S3) and sub-sections of plies (4b) of a second group of layers (S2) have different dimensions, such that the piezoelectric transformer satisfies the following condition: Cin ≤ N2Cout, wherein Cin represents the input capacity, Cout represents the output capacity and N represents the transformation ratio of the ideal transformer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/047 - Electrodes
  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output

55.

MEMS YAW-RATE SENSOR WITH MAGNETIC DETECTION

      
Application Number EP2016073005
Publication Number 2017/060130
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-27
Publication Date 2017-04-13
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Besson, Marcus
  • Ostrick, Bernhard

Abstract

The invention relates to a MEMS yaw-rate sensor (1) which comprises a main part (2), a first primary mass (3) designed to implement a primary oscillation relative to the main part (2), a first secondary mass (6) connected to said first primary mass (3) by a suspension mechanism (7) such that the primary movement of the first primary mass (3) incites a primary movement of the first secondary mass (6) and a secondary movement of the first secondary mass (6) is permitted relative to the first primary mass (3), a first magnetic field-generating element (9) and a first magnet-sensitive element (8), one of which is arranged on the main part (2) and the other arranged on the first primary mass (3), wherein the first magnet-sensitive element (8) is designed to determine the primary movement of the first primary mass (3) relative to the main part (2), and a second magnetic field-generating element (11) and a second magnet-sensitive element (10), one of which is arranged on the main part (2) or on the first primary mass (3) and the other arranged on the first secondary mass (6), wherein the second magnet-sensitive element (10) is designed to determine the secondary movement of the first secondary mass (6) relative to the first primary mass (3).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01C 19/5747 - Structural details or topology the devices having two sensing masses in anti-phase motion each sensing mass being connected to a driving mass, e.g. driving frames
  • G01C 19/5712 - Turn-sensitive devices using vibrating masses, e.g. vibratory angular rate sensors based on Coriolis forces using masses driven in reciprocating rotary motion about an axis the devices involving a micromechanical structure
  • G01C 19/5769 - ManufacturingMountingHousings

56.

ARRESTER AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AN ARRESTER

      
Application Number EP2016071710
Publication Number 2017/055088
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-14
Publication Date 2017-04-06
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Döllgast, Bernhard

Abstract

Disclosed is an arrester (1) comprising a plurality of stacked layers (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 13, 18) and a cavity (6) that extends through at least two of the layers (3, 4, 13, 18); electrodes (7, 8, 21, 22) which adjoin the cavity (6) are located between said two layers (3, 4, 13, 18). A method for manufacturing an arrester (1) is also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 1/24 - Selection of materials for electrodes
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed
  • H01T 21/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for the manufacture or maintenance of spark gaps or sparking plugs

57.

CeraCharge

      
Application Number 183094800
Status Registered
Filing Date 2017-04-04
Registration Date 2019-07-12
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity, namely, electricity conduits and electricity limiters, apparatus for transmitting of sound, namely, smart phones, mobile phones, telephones, computers, energy simulators, namely, accumulators, batteries and rechargeable batteries, both for cell phones, smart phones, mobile phones, laptop computers, hearing aids, electronic cigarettes, cameras, automobiles, boats and IOT (Internet of Things), namely, motion sensors, home security alarms, televisions, audio speakers, thermostats, real time clocks, wireless beacons battery chargers for cell phones, smart phones, mobile phones, laptop computers, hearing aids, electronic cigarettes, cameras, automobiles, boats and IOT, namely, motion sensors, home security alarms, televisions, audio speakers, thermostats, real time clocks, wireless beacons, battery charge load indicator for IOT, namely, motion sensors, home security alarms, televisions, audio speakers, thermostats, real time clocks, wireless beacons, battery charge measuring device for rechargeable cell phones, smart phones, mobile phones, laptop computers, hearing aids, electronic cigarettes, cameras, automobiles and boats, charging devices, namely, chargers for rechargeable cell phones, smart phones, mobile phones, laptop computers, hearing aids, electronic cigarettes, cameras, automobiles, boats and IOT, namely, motion sensors, home security alarms, televisions, audio speakers, thermostats, real time clocks, wireless beacons, wireless chargers for cell phones, smart phones, mobile phones, laptop computers, hearing aids, electronic cigarettes, cameras, automobiles, boats and IOT, namely, motion sensors, home security alarms, televisions, audio speakers, thermostats, real time clocks, wireless beacons

58.

SURGE PROTECTION COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A SURGE PROTECTION COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016071110
Publication Number 2017/050579
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-07
Publication Date 2017-03-30
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Rinner, Franz

Abstract

The invention relates to a surge protection component (1) with a main part (2) which has at least one inner electrode (4) that is arranged between two ceramic layers (3). The at least one inner electrode (4) is set back from at least one lateral surface (7, 10) of the main part (2), and a gas-filled cavity (11) is provided between the at least one inner electrode (4) and the at least one lateral surface (5, 6). A respective outer electrode (7, 10) is arranged on two opposing lateral surfaces (5, 6) of the main part (2). Another aspect of the invention relates to a method for producing a surge protection component (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed
  • H01T 21/00 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for the manufacture or maintenance of spark gaps or sparking plugs
  • H01T 4/16 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a plurality of gaps arranged in series

59.

ELECTRIC MULTILAYER COMPONENT FOR SURFACE-MOUNT TECHNOLOGY AND METHOD OF PRODUCING AN ELECTRIC MULTILAYER COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2015069844
Publication Number 2017/036511
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-08-31
Publication Date 2017-03-09
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Sun, Shaoyu
  • Tian, Xiaojia
  • Fan, Tingting

Abstract

The electric multilayer component comprises a base body (3) including a multilayered ceramic material, a first electrode layer (1) and a second electrode layer (2) arranged on a first main surface (31) of the base body, the first and second electrode layers being spaced apart from one another by an intermediate area (5) of the first main surface, and a third electrode layer arranged outside the base body on a second main surface of the base body, opposite the first main surface, as a continuous layer. The first and second electrode layers are provided as contact areas for external electric connection. The third electrode layer covers areas of the second main surface that are opposite the first and second electrode layers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 1/142 - Terminals or tapping points specially adapted for resistorsArrangements of terminals or tapping points on resistors the terminals or tapping points being coated on the resistive element
  • H01C 7/10 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material voltage responsive, i.e. varistors

60.

MULTIPLE SPARK-GAP ARRESTER

      
Application Number EP2016069537
Publication Number 2017/036803
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-08-17
Publication Date 2017-03-09
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bobert, Peter
  • Dorsch, Eduard
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

Multiple spark-gap arrester comprising a series connection of a multiplicity of spark gaps (FS1-FSN) between a first potential node (P1) and a reference potential node (0), a trigger circuit (2) with an input, which is coupled to a second potential node (P2) between two adjacent spark gaps (FS2, FS3; FS1, FS2) of the multiplicity of spark gaps (FS1-FSN), and an output (P3), which is coupled to at least one of the spark gaps (FS3-FSN) between the second potential node (P2) and the reference potential node (0), wherein the trigger circuit (2) is designed to provide a trigger signal for the at least one of the spark gaps (FS3-FSN) between the second potential node (P2) and the reference potential node (0) when the spark gap (FS1) or the spark gaps (FS1, FS2) between the first potential node (P1) and the second potential node (P2) is ignited.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/16 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a plurality of gaps arranged in series
  • H01T 15/00 - Circuits specially adapted for spark gaps, e.g. ignition circuits
  • H01T 4/20 - Arrangements for improving potential distribution

61.

SPARK GAP ARRANGEMENT

      
Application Number EP2016066648
Publication Number 2017/036651
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-07-13
Publication Date 2017-03-09
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Däumer, Wolfgang
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to a spark gap arrangement having a hollow body (1) which is made of insulating material and surrounds the main axis (21) of the spark gap, two electrodes (11) which are provided on the end face regions of the hollow body (1) so that a discharge space is defined in the interior of the chamber (23) formed in this way, wherein a recess (5) is provided in the hollow body inner wall (3) so that the chamber (23) projects radially outwards beyond the hollow body inner wall (3) at at least one end face.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/04 - Housings
  • H01T 4/10 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed

62.

Packaging structure of a microelectronic device having a hermeticity improved by a diffusion barrier layer

      
Application Number 15101825
Grant Number 10532924
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-06
First Publication Date 2017-03-02
Grant Date 2020-01-14
Owner
  • COMMISSARIAT A L'ENERGIE ATOMIQUE ET AUX ENERGIES ALTERNATIVES (France)
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Saint-Patrice, Damien
  • Den Dekker, Arnoldus
  • Giesen, Marcel
  • Henn, Gudrun
  • Pornin, Jean-Louis
  • Reig, Bruno

Abstract

A packaging structure including at least one hermetically sealed cavity in which at least one microelectronic device is arranged, the cavity being formed between a substrate and at least one cap layer through which several release holes are formed. Several separated portions of metallic material are provided such that each of the separated portions of metallic material is arranged on the cap layer above and around one of the release holes and forms an individual and hermetical plug of said one of the release holes. At least one diffusion barrier layer including at least one non-metallic material is arranged on the cap layer and forms a diffusion barrier against an atmosphere outside the cavity at least around the release holes. Parts of the diffusion barrier layer are not covered by the portions of metallic material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/053 - Mounts, supports, enclosures or casings
  • B81B 7/00 - Microstructural systems
  • B81C 1/00 - Manufacture or treatment of devices or systems in or on a substrate

63.

CONTACT DEVICE FOR AN ELECTRICAL SWITCH, AND ELECTRICAL SWITCH

      
Application Number EP2016067031
Publication Number 2017/032508
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-07-18
Publication Date 2017-03-02
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hoffmann, Robert
  • Westebbe, Thomas

Abstract

The contact device (30) for the electrical switch comprises a first connection element (31), a second connection element (32) and a movable contact bridge (33). Furthermore, the contact device (30) comprises at least two magnets for extinguishing arcs which arise during the switching of the electrical switch. The magnets generate a magnetic field in a first region which comprises at least one first contact region and one second contact region, in which contact regions, with the electrical switch in a closed switching position, the first connection element (31) and, respectively, the second connection element (32) are in contact with the contact bridge (33). In addition, the contact device (30) comprises one or more deflection elements which are arranged and designed to distort the magnetic field in such a way that a first arc which forms between the first connection element (31) and the contact bridge (33) and a second arc which forms between the second connection element (32) and the contact bridge (33) are forced into different directions, which extend pointing away from one another, independently of a respective flow direction in the connection elements (31, 32).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 33/18 - Means for extinguishing or preventing arc between current-carrying parts using blow-out magnet
  • H01H 1/20 - Bridging contacts
  • H01H 9/44 - Means for extinguishing or preventing arc between current-carrying parts using blow-out magnet

64.

PLASMA GENERATOR AND METHOD FOR SETTING AN IONIC RATIO

      
Application Number EP2016068094
Publication Number 2017/029099
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-07-28
Publication Date 2017-02-23
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weilguni, Michael
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The present invention relates to a plasma generator (1) which has a piezoelectric transformer (2) which is suitable for ionizing a process gas, an ion separation electrode (7) and a drive circuit (8) which is suitable for applying a potential to the ion separation electrode (7). The invention further relates to a method for setting the ratio of positive to negative ions in a plasma which is generated by a plasma generator (1).

IPC Classes  ?

65.

AIR-CONDITIONING DEVICE

      
Application Number IB2016054843
Publication Number 2017/025923
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-08-11
Publication Date 2017-02-16
Owner
  • RELYON PLASMA GMBH (Germany)
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Nettesheim, Stefan
  • Burger, Dominik
  • Kügerl, Georg
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The invention relates to an air-conditioning device (1) for a room area (33) to be air-conditioned. The air-conditioning device has a housing (20) having an air supply (21) and an air discharge (22). In the housing (20), a flow path (25) is formed between the air supply (21) and the air discharge (22). In the flow path (25), at least one heat exchanger (7), a blower (8), and a mechanism (5) for producing an excited gas is provided. Furthermore, a surface coating (10) is provided in the flow path (25), which is configured for the catalytic decomposition of the ozone content of the excited gas, and which is arranged downstream of the mechanism (5) for generating the excited gas.

IPC Classes  ?

66.

METHOD FOR FREQUENCY CONTROL OF A PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFORMER AND SWITCH ARRANGEMENT COMPRISING A PIEZOELECTRIC TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2016066332
Publication Number 2017/016853
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-07-08
Publication Date 2017-02-02
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Weilguni, Michael
  • Puff, Markus

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for frequency control of a piezoelectric transformer (1), wherein a piezoelectric transformer (1) is excited on an input side (1a) with an alternating voltage of predetermined frequency, and phase information of the input impedance of the piezoelectric transformer (1) is detected in a return path. The detected phase information regarding a predetermined phase criterion is subsequently evaluated and the frequency of the alternating voltage is controlled according to the evaluated phase information. In addition, a switch arrangement is described for carrying out a corresponding frequency control.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/04 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES; ELECTRIC SOLID STATE DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR - Details thereof - Details of piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements
  • H05H 1/24 - Generating plasma

67.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063836
Publication Number 2017/012788
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which is advantageously used in a power supply circuit with a high rated voltage and has an excellent dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied and an excellent high-temperature load lifespan, and also in providing a dielectric element comprising the same, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition having a perovskite crystal structure containing at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. Said dielectric composition includes a high-Bi phase in which the Bi concentration is at least 1.2 times the mean Bi concentration in the dielectric composition as a whole.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/465 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates

68.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND MULTI-LAYER ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063865
Publication Number 2017/012793
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which is advantageously used in locations where a high voltage is applied, which has an excellent dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied, excellent DC bias characteristics, and also has excellent mechanical strength; and also in providing a dielectric element comprising said dielectric composition, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition having a perovskite crystal structure containing at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. The dielectric composition comprises at least one selected from among La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Yb, Ba, Ca, Mg and Zn. The dielectric composition comprises specific particles having a core-shell structure that has at least one core portion including SrTiO3. 0.20 ≤ α ≤ 0.70, where α is the ratio of the number of specific particles with respect to the total number of particles contained in the dielectric composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/465 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates

69.

MULTI-LAYER CERAMIC CAPACITOR

      
Application Number EP2016063879
Publication Number 2017/012795
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

[Problem] The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which is advantageously used in a power supply circuit with a high rated voltage and has an excellent dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied and an excellent high-temperature load lifespan, and also in providing a dielectric element comprising the same, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. [Solution] A dielectric composition having a perovskite crystal structure containing at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. Said dielectric composition includes a low-Bi phase in which the Bi concentration is no greater than 0.8 times the mean Bi concentration in the dielectric composition as a whole.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 3/12 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of inorganic substances ceramics
  • H01G 4/00 - Fixed capacitorsProcesses of their manufacture
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates

70.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND MULTI-LAYER ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063884
Publication Number 2017/012797
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

[Problem] The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which is advantageously used in a power supply circuit having a high rated voltage, and has high DC bias resistivity and a high dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied, and also has a favourable high-temperature load lifespan; and also in providing a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. [Solution] A dielectric composition comprising particles having a perovskite crystal structure including at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. At least some of the particles have a core-shell structure comprising a core portion and a shell portion, and the content of Bi present in the core portion is at least 1.2 times the content of Bi present in the shell portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • C04B 35/465 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates

71.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063899
Publication Number 2017/012798
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which has a good dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied and good DC bias characteristics, and which also has a good high- temperature load lifespan and good mechanical strength; and also in providing a dielectric element comprising said dielectric composition, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition comprising particles having a perovskite crystal structure including at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. Said dielectric composition includes between 0.5 molar parts and 11.1 molar parts of at least one selected from among La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Yb, Ba, Ca, Mg and Zn, taking Ti as 100 molar parts. 0.17 ≤ α ≤ 2.83, where α is the molar ratio of Bi with respect to Sr. At least some of the particles include a high-Bi phase having a Bi concentration of at least 1.2 times the mean Bi concentration of the dielectric composition as a whole. The total surface area of the high-Bi phase within the particles is between 0.1% and 15% of the total surface area of the particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01B 3/12 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of inorganic substances ceramics
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors

72.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063902
Publication Number 2017/012800
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which is advantageously used in a power supply circuit having a high rated voltage, and has high DC bias resistivity and a high dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied, and also has a favourable high-temperature load lifespan; and also in providing a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. [Solution] A dielectric composition comprising particles having a perovskite crystal structure including at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. At least some of the particles have a core-shell structure comprising a core portion and a shell portion. The content of Bi present in the core portion is no greater than 0.83 times the content of Bi present in the shell portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • C04B 35/465 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates

73.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063850
Publication Number 2017/012790
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which has a good dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied and good DC bias characteristics, and which also has a good high- temperature load lifespan and good mechanical strength; and also in providing a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition comprising particles having a perovskite crystal structure including at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti. Said dielectric composition includes between 0.5 molar parts and 11.1 molar parts of at least one selected from among La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Yb, Ba, Ca, Mg and Zn, taking Ti as 100 molar parts. 0.17 ≤ α ≤ 2.83, where α is the molar ratio of Bi with respect to Sr. At least some of the particles include a low-Bi phase having a Bi concentration of no greater than 0.8 times the mean Bi concentration of the dielectric composition as a whole. The total surface area of the low-Bi phase within the particles is between 0.1% and 15% of the total surface area of the particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/465 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates

74.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016063859
Publication Number 2017/012791
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-16
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Tauchi, Goushi
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

[Problem] The problem addressed lies in providing a dielectric composition which is advantageously used in a power supply circuit having a high rated voltage, and has an excellent dielectric constant when a DC bias is applied, excellent DC bias characteristics and excellent DC bias resistivity, and also in providing a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. [Solution] A dielectric composition having a perovskite crystal structure containing at least Bi, Na, Sr and Ti is used. The dielectric composition comprises at least one selected from among La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Yb, Ba, Ca, Mg and Zn. The dielectric composition comprises specific particles having a core- shell structure that has at least one core portion including SrTiO3. α < 0.20, where α is the ratio of the number of specific particles with respect to the total number of particles contained in the dielectric composition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/465 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates

75.

MAGNET ARMATURE, CONTACTOR HAVING A MAGNETIC ARMATURE, AND METHOD FOR SWITCHING A CONTACTOR

      
Application Number EP2016064467
Publication Number 2017/012816
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-22
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bobert, Peter
  • Westebbe, Thomas
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to a magnet armature for a contactor, a contactor and a method for switching a contactor. The magnet armature permits a reduction in the danger of adhering the contacts of a contactor, and also comprises a first spring element having a first stiffness and a second element having a second stiffness. The first spring element is deformed in the transfer from a rest position to a mid-position. The second spring element is deformed in the transfer from the mid-position to an end position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 50/20 - Movable parts of magnetic circuits, e.g. armature movable inside coil and substantially lengthwise with respect to axis thereofMovable parts of magnetic circuits, e.g. armature movable coaxially with respect to coil
  • H01H 50/64 - Driving arrangements between movable part of magnetic circuit and contact
  • H01H 51/06 - Armature is movable between two limit positions of rest and is moved in one direction due to energisation of an electromagnet and after the electromagnet is de-energised is returned by energy stored during the movement in the first direction, e.g. by using a spring, by using a permanent magnet, by gravity

76.

HOLDER FOR A PIEZOELECTRIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016064833
Publication Number 2017/012827
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-27
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Döllgast, Bernhard
  • Puff, Markus
  • Kudela, Pavol

Abstract

The invention relates to a holder (5) for a piezoelectric component (1), comprising a clamping mechanism (6) and two contact elements (8) that contain a conductive rubber material; the clamping mechanism (6) is designed to clamp the piezoelectric component (1) in a closed state between the contact elements (8), and the contact elements (8) are in electric contact with the piezoelectric component (1) in the closed state of the clamping mechanism (6).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/053 - Mounts, supports, enclosures or casings
  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output

77.

PowerHap

      
Application Number 181868700
Status Registered
Filing Date 2017-01-18
Registration Date 2019-07-11
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

(1) Circuit boards, interface cards, piezoelectric switches with haptic feedback, attenuators, voltage regulators, loop controllers, alternating and direct current voltage converters, lightning arrestors; automatic vending machines and coin operated mechanisms for vending machines, television sets, and arcade video game machines; cash registers, calculating machines, namely calculators; electronic components and electronic parts, namely, filters for electrical signals, surface acoustic wave filters, surface acoustic wave resonators, thermistors, piezo electric sensors, over voltage protection surge voltage arresters, conversion filters, capacitors, power capacitors, aluminium electrolytic capacitors, ceramic capacitors, film capacitors, ferrite cores, inductors and inductive ferrite cores, audio transformers, currents transformers, electric transformers, electric voltage transformers, power transformers, varistors, diodes, electrostatic discharge (ESD) filters, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) filters, harmonic filters, transient voltage suppressors, radio frequency interference (RFI) suppressors (2) Piezo electric actuators

78.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND METHODS FOR FILTERING COMMON MODE DISTURBANCES FROM POWER ELECTRONIC DEVICES

      
Application Number EP2016063630
Publication Number 2017/005464
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-14
Publication Date 2017-01-12
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Tucker, Andrew

Abstract

An electronic device comprises: a first capacitor (C1) being coupled in series to a first one-way conductor (D1), that allows current flow in one direction, and the first one-way conductor (D1) and the first capacitor (C1) being coupled between a load node (LOAD) and a reference potential (0), and a second capacitor (C2) being coupled in series to a second one-way conductor (D2), that allows current flow in the opposite direction, the second one-way conductor (D2) and the second capacitor (C2) being coupled between the load node (LOAD) and the reference potential (0), and a third capacitor (C3) being coupled between the load node (LOAD) and the reference potential (0), and a first switch (S1) bypassing the first one-way conductor (D1), and a second switch (S2) bypassing the second one-way conductor (D2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H03H 7/01 - Frequency selective two-port networks
  • H02M 1/12 - Arrangements for reducing harmonics from AC input or output
  • H02H 9/00 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for limiting excess current or voltage without disconnection

79.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ELECTRICAL COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016065038
Publication Number 2017/001415
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-28
Publication Date 2017-01-05
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Mörth, Josef
  • Landfahrer, Gilbert
  • Kloiber, Gerald
  • Moshammer, Anna

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for producing an electrical component, said method providing a support element (10) and a material with a temperature-dependent resistance. To create a resistance layer (20), the material is applied to one surface (O10) of the support element (10). The resistance layer (20) is then sintered to connect the resistance layer (20) to the support element (10).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01C 7/04 - Non-adjustable resistors formed as one or more layers or coatingsNon-adjustable resistors made from powdered conducting material or powdered semi-conducting material with or without insulating material having negative temperature coefficient
  • H01C 17/065 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing resistors adapted for coating resistive material on a base by thick-film techniques, e.g. serigraphy

80.

SURGE ARRESTER HAVING IMPROVED DIELECTRIC RESISTANCE

      
Application Number EP2016061577
Publication Number 2016/206892
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-05-23
Publication Date 2016-12-29
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Dorsch, Eduard
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

Disclosed is a surge arrester whose electrical properties deteriorate to a lesser extent than those of conventional surge arresters do the more often they are activated. For this purpose, an arrester comprises two electrodes, a discharge chamber with two active regions, and an insulation chamber. According to the invention, the distance between the electrodes in a first active region is smaller than the distance between the electrodes in the second active region.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 4/10 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed

81.

INDUCTIVE COMPONENT FOR A BUS BAR

      
Application Number EP2016063303
Publication Number 2016/206993
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-10
Publication Date 2016-12-29
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Schliewe, Jörn
  • Schefler, Stefan

Abstract

The invention relates to an inductive component (1) for a bus bar (2). The inductive component (1) comprises two air gaps (11, 12) arranged on opposite sides (21, 22) of the component (1), said air gaps (11, 12) being at a distance (d) from one another in a height direction (17) of the component (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 3/14 - ConstrictionsGaps, e.g. air-gaps
  • H01F 17/04 - Fixed inductances of the signal type with magnetic core
  • H01F 17/06 - Fixed inductances of the signal type with magnetic core with core substantially closed in itself, e.g. toroid

82.

BISMUTH SODIUM STRONTIUM TITANATE-BASED DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT THEREOF

      
Application Number EP2016061701
Publication Number 2016/189003
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-05-24
Publication Date 2016-12-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Terada, Tomohiro

Abstract

The present invention provides a dialectic composition having excellent DC bias characteristics and also having high insulation resistance at high temperatures, and also provides a dielectric element, an electronic component and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition which is a perovskite compound in which the main component comprises Bi, Na, Sr, Ln and Ti, and the Ln is at least one type of rare earth element, characterized in that the mean crystal grain size is between 0.1 pm and 1 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates

83.

BISMUTH SODIUM STRONTIUM TITANATE-BASED DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT THEREOF

      
Application Number EP2016061712
Publication Number 2016/189005
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-05-24
Publication Date 2016-12-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Terada, Tomohiro
  • Katagi, Yu
  • Imura, Tomoya

Abstract

The present invention provides a dielectric composition which is advantageously used for medium- and high-voltage applications with a relatively high rated voltage, which has a high dielectric constant when a high DC bias is applied, both in the region of room temperature and at high temperatures, and which also has superior withstand field characteristics, and also provides a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component, and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition containing a main component and an auxiliary component, wherein: the main component is represented by (BiaNabSrcLnd) TiO3; Ln is at least one selected from among rare earth elements; and a, b, c and d satisfy the following: 0.100≤a≤0.400, 0.100≤b≤0.400, 0.100≤c≤0.700, 0≤d≤0.100 and 0.900≤a+b+c+d≤1.050. The auxiliary component contains a first auxiliary component and/or a second auxiliary component. The first auxiliary component comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of Li and K. The second auxiliary component comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of Cu, Zn, Mn, Mg and Co.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates

84.

DEVICE FOR ALIGNING CONTACT CONNECTIONS OF AN ELECTRIC COMPONENT FOR ASSEMBLING ON A CIRCUIT BOARD OF AN ELECTRIC CIRCUIT

      
Application Number EP2016058775
Publication Number 2016/184636
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-20
Publication Date 2016-11-24
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Velden, Florian
  • Feist, Günther

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (100) for aligning contact connections (210) of an electric component (200) for assembling on a circuit board (20) of an electric circuit (1), comprising a support element (110) with multiple holes (111) and multiple bending elements (120, 120a, 120b). A respective end (122) of each bending element protrudes into a respective hole (111) of the support element. When inserting each contact connection (210) of the electric component (200) into the respective hole (111), the respective end (122) of the bending element (120, 120a, 120b) is bent within the hole (111) and thereby clamps the respective contact connection (210) of the electric component (200) such that the electric component (200) is fixed to the support element (110).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 3/30 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor
  • H05K 3/34 - Assembling printed circuits with electric components, e.g. with resistor electrically connecting electric components or wires to printed circuits by soldering

85.

Method for packaging a microelectronic device in a hermetically sealed cavity and managing the atmosphere of the cavity with a dedicated hole

      
Application Number 15101839
Grant Number 09908773
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-06
First Publication Date 2016-10-20
Grant Date 2018-03-06
Owner
  • Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives (France)
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Saint-Patrice, Damien
  • Den Dekker, Arnoldus
  • Giesen, Marcel
  • Greco, Florent
  • Henn, Gudrun
  • Pornin, Jean-Louis
  • Reig, Bruno

Abstract

A method for packaging a microelectronic device in an hermetically sealed cavity and managing an atmosphere of the cavity with a dedicated hole, including making said cavity between a support and a cap layer such that a sacrificial material and the device are arranged in the cavity; removing the sacrificial material through at least one release hole, and hermetically sealing the release hole; making a portion of wettable material on the cap layer, around a blind hole or a part of said outside surface corresponding to a location of said dedicated hole; making a portion of fuse material on the portion of wettable material; making the dedicated hole by etching the cap layer; and reflowing the portion of fuse material with a controlled atmosphere, forming a bump of fuse material which hermetically plugs said dedicated hole.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B81B 1/00 - Devices without movable or flexible elements, e.g. microcapillary devices
  • B81C 1/00 - Manufacture or treatment of devices or systems in or on a substrate
  • B81B 7/00 - Microstructural systems

86.

ANTENNA COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016056815
Publication Number 2016/156326
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-29
Publication Date 2016-10-06
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Jerez, Felipe
  • Drespling, Anneliese
  • Walter, Elmar
  • Bühlmaier, Stephan
  • Schliewe, Jörn

Abstract

The invention relates to an antenna component (1) for use in a receiver of a passive access authorization system and/or a passive authorization system for starting a motor, comprising an integral magnetic core (100) having trenches (113, 23, 131) for winding with electrical conductors (10, 20, 30), which are arranged orthogonally to each other such that a reception of the antenna component (1) is ensured in all spatial directions. The magnetic core (100) is produced by an injection method and contains a high-density material. The electrical conductors (10, 20, 30) have a high-temperature-stable insulation material. The wound magnetic core (100) is enclosed by a casting material (400), such that the magnetic core (100) and the electrical conductors (10, 20, 30) are protected from mechanical stress.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 1/32 - Adaptation for use in or on road or rail vehicles
  • H01Q 7/06 - Loop antennas with a substantially uniform current distribution around the loop and having a directional radiation pattern in a plane perpendicular to the plane of the loop with core of ferromagnetic material
  • H01Q 21/24 - Combinations of antenna units polarised in different directions for transmitting or receiving circularly and elliptically polarised waves or waves linearly polarised in any direction
  • H01Q 1/22 - SupportsMounting means by structural association with other equipment or articles

87.

INDUCTIVE COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN INDUCTIVE COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016054323
Publication Number 2016/155969
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-01
Publication Date 2016-10-06
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Neudecker, Martin

Abstract

The invention relates to an inductive component (1) having at least one winding (6, 7) of a wire around a magnetic core (4). The component (1) has a device which is mounted at the core (4) without the use of an adhesive. The inductive component (1) comprises, for example, a mounting device (3), on which the core (4) is fastened by latching with a latching mechanism (2). The invention further relates to a method for producing a component (1).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 27/26 - Fastening parts of the core togetherFastening or mounting the core on casing or support
  • H01F 27/28 - CoilsWindingsConductive connections
  • H01F 27/29 - TerminalsTapping arrangements

88.

CARRIER WITH A PASSIVE COOLING FUNCTION FOR A SEMICONDUCTOR COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016054321
Publication Number 2016/150662
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-01
Publication Date 2016-09-29
Owner
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
  • AT&S AUSTRIA TECHNOLOGIE & SYSTEMTECHNIK AG (Austria)
Inventor
  • Feichtinger, Thomas
  • Dernovsek, Oliver
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Vockenberger, Christian

Abstract

The present invention relates to a carrier (2) with a passive cooling function for a semiconductor component (3), having a main body (6) with a top face (7) and a bottom face (8) and at least one electrical component (13, 13a, 13b) which is embedded into the main body (6), wherein the carrier (2) has a first thermal via (14) which extends from the top face (7) of the main body (6) to the at least one electrical component (13, 13a, 13b), wherein the carrier (2) has a second thermal via (15) which extends from the at least one electrical component (13, 13a, 13b) to the bottom face (8) of the main body (6), and wherein the first and the second thermal via (14, 15) make electrical contact with the at least one embedded electrical component (13, 13a, 13b).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 25/16 - Assemblies consisting of a plurality of individual semiconductor or other solid-state devices the devices being of types provided for in two or more different subclasses of , , , , or , e.g. forming hybrid circuits
  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components
  • H01L 33/54 - Encapsulations having a particular shape
  • H01L 33/64 - Heat extraction or cooling elements

89.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENT AND A METHOD FOR PRODUCING AN ELECTRICAL COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2015080853
Publication Number 2016/134804
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-21
Publication Date 2016-09-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koini, Markus
  • Konrad, Jürgen
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Puff, Markus
  • Stadlober, Monika
  • Kügerl, Georg
  • Wippel, Thomas

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrical component (1) which comprises a plurality of partial members (2), a base (3) on which said partial members (2) are arranged, and at least one connection contact (4, 5), for electrically connecting the partial members (2), on a carrier (13). The invention also relates to a method for producing an electrical component (1) comprising one or more partial members (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/232 - Terminals electrically connecting two or more layers of a stacked or rolled capacitor
  • H01G 4/38 - Multiple capacitors, i.e. structural combinations of fixed capacitors
  • H01G 2/06 - Mountings specially adapted for mounting on a printed-circuit support
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components

90.

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING MULTILAYER COMPONENTS, AND MULTILAYER COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2016052927
Publication Number 2016/134978
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-02-11
Publication Date 2016-09-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ottlinger, Marion
  • Jagust, Ivan

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing multilayer components, having the steps of: A) manufacturing a body (1) that has electrically conductive layers (4, 5) and dielectric layers (3) stacked above one another, wherein the body (1) has at least one cavity (10), B) at least partially filling the cavity (10) with an insulating material (16) using capillary forces, C) singularizing the body (1) into at least two base bodies (2), with step C) following step B), and D) applying a passivation layer (17) to surfaces of the singularized base bodies (2). The invention further relates to a multilayer component.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/083 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements having a stacked or multilayer structure
  • H01L 41/277 - Manufacturing multilayered piezo-electric or electrostrictive devices or parts thereof, e.g. by stacking piezo-electric bodies and electrodes by stacking bulk piezo-electric or electrostrictive bodies and electrodes
  • H01L 41/332 - Shaping or machining of piezo-electric or electrostrictive bodies by etching, e.g. lithography
  • H01L 41/338 - Shaping or machining of piezo-electric or electrostrictive bodies by machining by cutting or dicing

91.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION CONTACT FOR A CERAMIC COMPONENT, A CERAMIC COMPONENT, AND A COMPONENT ARRANGEMENT

      
Application Number EP2016054007
Publication Number 2016/135255
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-02-25
Publication Date 2016-09-01
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Koini, Markus
  • Auer, Christoph
  • Konrad, Jürgen
  • Rinner, Franz
  • Puff, Markus
  • Stadlober, Monika
  • Wippel, Thomas

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrical connection contact (5) for a ceramic component (2). Said connection contact (5) comprises a first material (M1) and a second material (M2) that is arranged thereupon, said first material (M1) having a high degree of electrical conductivity, and said second material (M2) having a low coefficient of thermal expansion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01G 4/232 - Terminals electrically connecting two or more layers of a stacked or rolled capacitor
  • H01G 4/38 - Multiple capacitors, i.e. structural combinations of fixed capacitors
  • H01G 2/06 - Mountings specially adapted for mounting on a printed-circuit support
  • H05K 1/18 - Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components

92.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING PIEZOELECTRIC MULTI-LAYERED COMPONENTS

      
Application Number EP2016050580
Publication Number 2016/120072
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-13
Publication Date 2016-08-04
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Ottlinger, Marion
  • Windisch, Peter

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing piezoelectric multi-layered components (2) comprising the following steps: applying an electrode material (5) onto green films (3) containing a piezoelectric material; applying a layer of a first auxiliary material (9) onto at least one green film (3) containing the piezoelectric material; forming a stack (1) in which the green films (3), on which electrode material (5) is applied, are arranged on top of one another, wherein at least one ply of the green film (3), on which the layer of the first auxiliary material (9) is applied, is arranged in the stack (1); sintering the stack (1), wherein the layer of the first auxiliary material (9) is thinned; and burning in the stack (1), wherein the stack (1) is separated along the at least one ply into at least two multi-layered components (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 41/273 - Manufacturing multilayered piezo-electric or electrostrictive devices or parts thereof, e.g. by stacking piezo-electric bodies and electrodes by integrally sintering piezo-electric or electrostrictive bodies and electrodes
  • H01L 41/33 - Shaping or machining of piezo-electric or electrostrictive bodies

93.

METHOD FOR PRODUCING ELECTRODE FOILS FOR CAPACITORS, ELECTRODE FOILS, AND CAPACITORS COMPRISING SAID ELECTRODE FOILS

      
Application Number EP2015078868
Publication Number 2016/091824
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-07
Publication Date 2016-06-16
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Kuzeci, Erkan

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing electrode foils (1) for capacitors (10), said method comprising the steps of: A) providing a metal foil (1); B) transferring microstructures (2) located on a punch to a main surface of the metal foil using a shaping process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B21D 22/02 - Stamping using rigid devices or tools
  • C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working

94.

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING COMBUSTION

      
Application Number EP2015078411
Publication Number 2016/087547
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-02
Publication Date 2016-06-09
Owner
  • EPCOS AG (Germany)
  • RELYON PLASMA GMBH (Germany)
Inventor
  • Kügerl, Georg
  • Puff, Markus
  • Auer, Christoph
  • Nettesheim, Stefan

Abstract

Disclosed are a device and a method which allow the combustion in a combustion chamber (BR) of a furnace or an internal combustion engine to come closer to being complete. In order to be able to do so, the gaseous fuel-air mixture or one of the components thereof is enriched with a suitable concentration of radicals and ions by means of a plasma generator (PG) before being introduced into the combustion chamber (BR).

IPC Classes  ?

  • F02M 27/04 - Apparatus for treating combustion-air, fuel, or fuel-air mixture, by catalysts, electric means, magnetism, rays, sonic waves, or the like by electric means or magnetism
  • H01L 41/107 - Piezo-electric or electrostrictive elements with electrical input and electrical output
  • F23K 5/08 - Preparation of fuel

95.

COIL COMPONENT AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A COIL COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2015075321
Publication Number 2016/087139
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-30
Publication Date 2016-06-09
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Frey, Jürgen
  • Frey, Karsten
  • Röllgen, Bernhard
  • Haubner, Matthias

Abstract

Disclosed is a coil component (1) comprising a winding member (2) and at least one winding (4, 5) of a wire (6, 7); the winding (4, 5) has at least one turn (10, 11) of the wire (6, 7) about the winding member (2), the geometry of the turn (10, 11) allowing the turn (10, 11) to rotate about the winding member (2). Also disclosed is a method for manufacturing a winding of a coil component (1). The coil component (1) comprises at least one connecting element (21, 22, 23, 24) that protrudes from a main shape of the winding (4, 5).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 27/28 - CoilsWindingsConductive connections
  • H01F 41/08 - Winding conductors onto closed formers or cores, e.g. threading conductors through toroidal cores

96.

ARRESTER

      
Application Number EP2015074631
Publication Number 2016/074909
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-23
Publication Date 2016-05-19
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Bobert, Peter
  • Werner, Frank

Abstract

The invention relates to an arrester (10) comprising a first electrode (3), a second electrode (4), and a switch contact (2), wherein in a first state at least one electrode of the first and the second electrode (3, 4) is connected electrically non-conductively to the switch contact (2) and in a second state the at least one electrode is connected electrically conductively to the switch contact (2), a discharging chamber (8) between the first and the second electrode (3, 4), and a short-circuit mechanism (5) which is suitable for short-circuiting the first and the second electrode (3, 4) and for switching the state.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01T 1/14 - Means structurally associated with spark gap for protecting it against overload or for disconnecting it in case of failure
  • H01T 4/10 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel
  • H01T 4/12 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a single gap or a plurality of gaps in parallel hermetically sealed
  • H01T 4/16 - Overvoltage arresters using spark gaps having a plurality of gaps arranged in series

97.

LINE FILTER AND METHOD OF INSTALLING A LINE FILTER ONTO A SYSTEM CABLE

      
Application Number EP2015075320
Publication Number 2016/074955
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-30
Publication Date 2016-05-19
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Tucker, Andrew
  • Jarfas, Norbert

Abstract

The present invention concerns a line filter (1), which is configured to be installed onto a system cable (2), wherein the line filter (1) comprises a magnetic component (4), wherein the line filter (1) defines a cable path (6) through the line filter (1), wherein the line filter (1) is configured to allow a placement of the system cable (2) along the cable path (6) at the time of an installation, thereby providing a magnetic coupling of the system cable (2) to the magnetic component (4), and wherein the line filter (1) comprises an insulation displacement connector (16) and a shunt component (5) wherein the insulation displacement connector (16) is configured to be tightened at the time of the installation, thereby providing a galvanic connection of the system cable (2) to the shunt component (5). Further, the present invention concerns a method of installing a line filter (1) onto a system cable (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/719 - Structural association with built-in electrical component specially adapted for high frequency, e.g. with filters
  • H02M 1/12 - Arrangements for reducing harmonics from AC input or output

98.

INDUCTIVE COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2015074130
Publication Number 2016/071098
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-19
Publication Date 2016-05-12
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Jung, Matthias
  • Feist, Günther

Abstract

The invention relates to an inductive component (100, 200, 300, 400, 500) comprising at least one electrical conductor (10a, 10b), a coil form (110, 210, 310, 410, 510) with a hollow winding former (111, 211, 311, 411, 511) which can be wound with the at least one electrical conductor, and a magnetic core (120, 220, 320, 420, 520) arranged in a cavity (1) of the winding former (111, 211, 311, 411). The at least one electrical conductor (10a, 10b) is surrounded by a potting material (20). The potting material (20) has no directly adherent contact with the magnetic core (120, 220, 320, 420, 520) such that the magnetic core (120, 220, 320, 420, 520) is decoupled from the potting material (20).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 5/02 - Coils wound on non-magnetic supports, e.g. formers
  • H01F 5/06 - Insulation of windings
  • H01F 27/32 - Insulating of coils, windings, or parts thereof

99.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2015070475
Publication Number 2016/038022
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-09-08
Publication Date 2016-03-17
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor
  • Hirose, Masakazu
  • Imura, Tomoya
  • Tauchi, Goushi

Abstract

The aim of the present invention lies in providing a dielectric composition which has a relatively high dielectric constant of 800 or greater, and which has relatively low dielectric loss of 4% or less when a DC bias of at least 8 V/ym is applied, and also in providing a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component, and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition having a main component represented by (BiaNabSrcBad) (αxTi1-x) O3, characterized in that a is at least one selected from Zr and Sn; and a, b, c, d and x satisfy the following: 0.140≤a<0.390, 0.140≤b<0.390, 0.200≤c<0.700, 0.020≤d<0.240, 0.020≤x<0.240 and 0.950

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01B 3/12 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of inorganic substances ceramics
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics

100.

DIELECTRIC COMPOSITION, DIELECTRIC ELEMENT, ELECTRONIC COMPONENT AND LAMINATED ELECTRONIC COMPONENT

      
Application Number EP2015070480
Publication Number 2016/038026
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-09-08
Publication Date 2016-03-17
Owner EPCOS AG (Germany)
Inventor Tauchi, Goushi

Abstract

The aim of the present invention lies in providing a dielectric composition which has a relatively high dielectric constant of 800 or greater, and which has a withstand field of 14 V/μm or greater when a DC bias of at least 8 V/μm is applied, and also in providing a dielectric element employing said dielectric composition, an electronic component, and a laminated electronic component. A dielectric composition having a main component represented by (BiaNabSrcLnd) TiO3, characterized in that Ln is at least one selected from among: La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho and Yb; and a, b, c and d satisfy the following: 0

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/462 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates
  • C04B 35/47 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on alkaline earth metal titanates based on strontium titanates
  • C04B 35/475 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on titanium oxides or titanates based on titanates based on bismuth titanates
  • H01G 4/30 - Stacked capacitors
  • H01B 3/12 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of inorganic substances ceramics
  • H01G 4/12 - Ceramic dielectrics
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