Infineon Technologies Motor Control Solutions for Humanoid Robots

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Humanoid robots are transforming industries, but require precise and dependable solutions to operate effectively. Infineon's CoolGaN™ transistors address this challenge, delivering advancements for motor control systems in humanoid and collaborative robots. With maximum performance, a compact design, and superior energy efficiency, CoolGaN devices enable system-level benefits that redefine the capabilities of battery-powered motors.

Infineon's broad portfolio of products and technologies, including silicon power MOSFETs, enables key functional blocks in humanoid robots. The range of package options, such as TO-Leadless and PQFN 3.3mm x 3.3mm Source-Down, provides increased power density, reduced footprint, and superior thermal performance. By empowering designers with these solutions, Infineon drives innovation and transformation in various industries, enhancing the performance and functionality of humanoid robots.

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Features

GaN
- Small and light
  - Smaller bulk capacitance - capacitance defined in most cases by DC bus ripple, possible usage of only ceramic (smaller ESR)
  - Lower overall inverter losses (switching, driver, etc.) allow heatsink size reduction
  - Enables integration of drive + motor
- Fast and accurate
  - Typical fCtrl_loop ≤ fPWM, resulting in higher control loop bandwidth and faster motor response
  - Lower torque ripple enables accurate motion applications
- Cool temperature
  - Less heat generated thanks to low switching losses
  - Lower motor temperature or more output power at the same temperature
  - Ideal for temperature-critical designs (touchable surfaces)
- Highly efficient
  - Fast switching frequency resulting in higher efficiency
  - Reduced bus capacitor ESR losses
  - Increased battery life

Power MOSFETs
- Small form factor for space-constrained designs
- High system efficiency for improved performance
- Low R_DS(on) for increased power density
- Improved power, SOA, and avalanche current
- High temperature capability
- Industrial qualification
- Ruggedness, robustness