18523157. SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE simplified abstract (FUJI ELECTRIC CO., LTD.)
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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE
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Masaharu Yamaji of Matsumoto-city (JP)
SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18523157 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE
The semiconductor device described in the abstract includes power semiconductor elements and a control chip that controls these elements using a power supply voltage. The device also features a first conductor for supplying a control voltage to the control chip, multiple wirings for supplying the power supply voltage to the control chip, a die pad for mounting the control chip, and a semiconductor chip with a diode for generating the power supply voltage.
- The semiconductor device includes power semiconductor elements and a control chip for their operation.
- The control chip is powered by a control voltage supplied through a first conductor.
- The power supply voltage for the power semiconductor elements is supplied through multiple wirings connected to the control chip.
- The semiconductor chip on the die pad generates the power supply voltage using a diode for bootstrap operation.
- The die pad is connected to a terminal for supplying a reference voltage.
Potential Applications: - Power electronics - Motor control systems - Renewable energy systems
Problems Solved: - Efficient control of power semiconductor elements - Reliable generation of power supply voltage
Benefits: - Improved performance of power electronics systems - Enhanced reliability in motor control applications - Increased efficiency in renewable energy systems
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Semiconductor Device for Power Electronics Applications" This technology can be utilized in various commercial applications such as industrial motor drives, solar inverters, and electric vehicle powertrains. The market implications include improved energy efficiency, reduced maintenance costs, and enhanced overall system performance.
Prior Art: Readers interested in exploring prior art related to this technology can start by researching patents in the field of power semiconductor devices, control chips, and semiconductor chip packaging methods.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers in the field of power electronics are constantly working on improving the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor devices. Stay updated on the latest advancements in control chip technology and semiconductor packaging methods for power applications.
Questions about Semiconductor Device for Power Electronics: 1. How does the control chip regulate the power semiconductor elements in the device? 2. What are the key advantages of using a semiconductor chip with a diode for bootstrap operation in this technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
A semiconductor device includes a plurality of power semiconductor elements and a control chip including a plurality of terminals including a first terminal and a plurality of second terminals and configured to control the plurality of power semiconductor elements, using power supply voltage supplied to the plurality of second terminals. The semiconductor device also includes a first conductor for supplying a predetermined control voltage to the first terminal, a plurality of first wirings individually connected to the plurality of second terminals and for supplying the power supply voltage to the plurality of the second terminals, a die pad on which the control chip is arranged, and a semiconductor chip including a diode used for bootstrap operation to generate the power supply voltage. The semiconductor chip is fixed to the die pad by an insulating material. The die pad is connected to a terminal to which a reference voltage is supplied.
