Mitsubishi electric corporation (20240339373). SEMICONDUCTOR POWER MODULE simplified abstract
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SEMICONDUCTOR POWER MODULE
Organization Name
mitsubishi electric corporation
Inventor(s)
Yoshitaka Miyaji of Tokyo (JP)
SEMICONDUCTOR POWER MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240339373 titled 'SEMICONDUCTOR POWER MODULE
The semiconductor power module described in the abstract aims to reduce the electric field at corners of electrodes and around the corners, while achieving size reduction and voltage increase.
- Plurality of electrodes with different potentials are laid over each other with an interval between them.
- Each electrode has three or more corners, with at least a part of one corner of adjacent electrodes provided on an outer side relative to the other.
- This configuration helps in reducing the electric field at corners and around them, improving the overall performance of the semiconductor power module.
Potential Applications: - Power electronics - Renewable energy systems - Electric vehicles
Problems Solved: - Reduced electric field at corners of electrodes - Size reduction and voltage increase - Improved performance and efficiency of power modules
Benefits: - Enhanced reliability and durability - Increased power density - Better thermal management
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Semiconductor Power Modules for Efficient Energy Conversion" This technology can be used in various industries such as electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and power electronics, leading to more efficient energy conversion and improved performance.
Prior Art: Research on semiconductor power modules, electrode configurations, and electric field optimization in power electronics.
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing studies on semiconductor materials, electrode designs, and electric field management in power modules.
Questions about Semiconductor Power Modules: 1. How does the configuration of electrodes in the semiconductor power module help in reducing the electric field at corners? 2. What are the potential applications of this technology in the renewable energy sector?
1. What are the specific benefits of reducing the electric field at corners of electrodes in power modules? 2. How does the interval between electrodes contribute to the overall performance of the semiconductor power module?
Original Abstract Submitted
provided is a semiconductor power module in which an electric field at corners of electrodes and around the corners is reduced while size reduction and voltage increase are achieved. the semiconductor power module includes a plurality of electrodes having different potentials and laid over each other with an interval therebetween. as seen in a direction in which the plurality of electrodes are laid over each other, each of the plurality of electrodes has three or more corners, at least a part of the corner of one of adjacent two of the electrodes is provided on an outer side relative to another of the adjacent two electrodes, and at least a part of the corner of the other electrode is provided on an outer side relative to the one electrode.
