IEEJ Journal of Industry Applications
Online ISSN : 2187-1108
Print ISSN : 2187-1094
ISSN-L : 2187-1094

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Continuous Operation of a Half-Bridge with Multi-Parallel GaN Power Devices for Increased Current Capability
Takashi SawadaHiroshi TadanoKoji ShiozakiTakanori Isobe
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Article ID: 22007958

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GaN power devices improve the performance in power conversion circuits. Since the current rating of the GaN devices is still small, many devices must be connected in parallel to create a large-current power module. Device cooling and low stray inductance are the major challenges in designing a high-power half-bridge circuit with multi-parallel GaN devices. In order to overcome these challenges, we propose an inverter circuit structure with 12 parallel GaN devices capable of double-sided cooling and a well-balanced stray inductance. Such a system is applicable to electric vehicle design.

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