The World’s Smallest Power Converters

Lotus's Power Interposer Technology enables ultra-small, energy-efficient converters for mobile devices, enhancing performance and design flexibility while maintaining CMOS compatibility.

Subsidie
€ 2.261.783
2022

Projectdetails

Introduction

Ultra small low power converters for mobile devices are essential for enhancing device performance while minimizing space. Lotus patented Power Interposer Technology (PIT) optimizes electronic devices’ performance and, at the same time, makes the converters much smaller. This technology secures improved energy efficiency and thermal stability.

Technology Overview

Lotus converters have CMOS compatibility, meaning they can integrate all components such as FETs, inductors, and capacitors into a single substrate. This is achieved by using silicon-based materials and manufacturing technology.

Size and Efficiency

The size of Lotus power converters is 1/3 to 1/10 of existing converters. This reduction in size frees up limited space in devices, enabling:

  1. Adding new features
  2. Further device miniaturization

This added flexibility has high value for various smart electronics, where size and high efficiency are key limiting design factors.

Market Impact

Lotus converters will be priced similarly to current converters. Hence, device manufacturers can capture the full value of the created improved design flexibility.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 2.261.783
Totale projectbegroting€ 3.233.868

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-11-2022
Einddatum30-9-2025
Subsidiejaar2022

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • LOTUS MICROSYSTEMS APSpenvoerder

Land(en)

Denmark

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