Project description
Thermally stable small power converters
Our electronic devices are getting smaller and smaller in size but more powerful in terms of performance. To maintain this trend, there is a need for constant innovation to sustain this forward push. Currently, mobile devices require power converters that, due to their relatively small size, are prone to high temperatures leading to thermal instability. The EIC-funded Lotus MicroPower project, recognising the need for innovation, has developed a novel ultra-small low-power converter suitable for mobile devices. This converter utilises power interposer technology that allows for both smaller size and better optimisation of the device leading to better thermal stability. These advantages, as well as CMOS compatibility, make it a groundbreaking innovation.
Objective
Ultra small low power converters for mobile devices. Lotus patented Power Interposer Technology (PIT) optimize electronic devices’ performance and at the same time it makes the converters much smaller, it secures improved energy efficiency and thermal stability. It has CMOS-compatibility
(i.e. being able to integrate all components such as FETs, inductors and capacitors into a single substrate) by using silicon-based material and manufacturing technology. The size of Lotus power converters if 1/3 to 1/10 of existing converteres, which can free limited space in the devices
and enables adding new features or it allow for further device miniturazation. This added flexibility has high value for various smart electronics, where size and high efficiency are the key limiting design factors. Lotus converters will be prices similar to current converters, hence device
manufactures can capture the full value of the created improved design flexibility.
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Programme(s)
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HORIZON.3.1 - The European Innovation Council (EIC)
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HORIZON-EIC-ACC-BF - HORIZON EIC Accelerator Blended Finance
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Call for proposal
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(opens in new window) HORIZON-EIC-2021-ACCELERATOROPEN-01
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2650 Hvidovre
Denmark
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