Knowles has been granted a patent for a multilayer electrical component featuring parallel plate electrodes embedded in a dielectric body. The design includes multiple capacitive layers with offset gaps, allowing for equivalent total capacitance between adjacent layers, enhancing the component’s electrical performance. GlobalData’s report on Knowles gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Multilayer capacitive electrical component with offset gaps
The granted patent US12046422B2 describes a multilayer electrical component characterized by a dielectric body and conductive terminations that are separated by this dielectric material. The component features multiple layers of capacitors, specifically a first and second capacitive layer, each comprising a series of parallel plate electrodes. These layers are designed such that the total capacitance of the first layer is equivalent to that of the second layer, while individual capacitors within these layers may have different capacitance values. The configuration includes overlapping plate portions between the electrodes, which enhances the capacitive functionality. Notably, the gaps between the plate portions are laterally offset, contributing to the component's unique design.
Additionally, the patent outlines the potential for a third capacitive layer, further increasing the component's versatility. Each layer's capacitors are formed between overlapping plate portions of the associated parallel plate electrodes, ensuring that the total capacitance remains equivalent across all layers. The dielectric body is specified to be made from ceramic material, while the conductive terminations can be composed of base or noble metals. This multilayer electrical component is particularly relevant for applications requiring surface-mount capacitors, showcasing a sophisticated arrangement that optimizes capacitance while maintaining compactness.
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