Nexperia and Aurobay explore powertrain collaboration
Nexperia has announced that it will explore a collaboration on power semiconductors for automotive applications with Aurobay Technologies, a division of Horse Powertrain Ltd. (a joint venture between Renault group and Geely).
The aim is to combine Nexperia’s expertise in GaN and SiC semiconductor technologies with Aurobay Technologies’ capabilities in powertrain system design and integration.
Building on a successful existing collaboration, the companies aim to evaluate how closer cooperation across semiconductor development and powertrain integration can support the next generation of electrified and hybrid vehicle platforms.
aThis annnoucement follows the successful use of Nexperia's GaN devices in Aurobay’ power generation system for range extender applications. The project demonstrated the potential of wide-bandgap semiconductor technologies to improve efficiency, reduce system size and weight, and enhance overall performance in demanding automotive environments.
Edoardo Merli, head of business group WPB, IGBTs and Modules at Nexperia, said: “GaN and SiC technologies offer significant opportunities to improve efficiency, power density and system performance in automotive applications. By working closely with Aurobay Technologies, we can better understand system-level requirements and evaluate how advanced semiconductor technologies can deliver measurable benefits at the vehicle level. We look forward to building on our successful collaboration and exploring new opportunities together.”
Ma Yongquan, chief engineer, advanced engineering on electrical components at Aurobay Technologies, said: “Our experience integrating Nexperia's GaN technology into a highly integrated power generation system demonstrated the potential of close collaboration across the value chain. By combining our expertise in powertrain systems with Nexperia’s semiconductor innovation, we can evaluate new approaches to improving efficiency, performance and packaging for future electrified propulsion systems.”
