Infineon signs MoU with Lingji to develop high-performance GaN based inverters for light electric vehicles
Infineon Technologies and Lingji Innovation Technology, a subsidiary of Ninebot, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further drive gallium nitride (GaN) technology in the area of light electric vehicles (LEV). Infineon provides GaN products supporting Lingji to develop high-performance electric two-wheeler inverter systems based on Infineon’s new-generation CoolGaN G5 power transistors to drive advancements in energy efficiency and performance.
Specialising in smart control technologies, Lingji will leverage the high-switching frequency of Infineon’s CoolGaN G5 power semiconductors, combined with its self-developed intelligent algorithms, to target improved drivetrain efficiency, breakthrough power density levels, and compliance with official requirements for range and size. Considering China’s new standard, that e-Scooter’s plastic mass shall not exceed 5.5% of vehicle mass, GaN became a preferred choice as it can reduce the number of passive components for space optimisation. The MoU aims to design GaN motor drive technologies to optimise solutions for 48V-72V wide-voltage adaptation and inverter control, providing compact, highly compatible core components for high-end models and shared mobility scenarios.
Unlike cars, LEVs typically do not rely on extensive charging infrastructure, as removable batteries allow users to charge at home using standard electrical sockets. Industry analysts estimate that this market will reach $340 billion [1] by 2030. LEVs, with their affordability, ease of access, and environmental benefits, are leading the transition to vehicle electrification around the world.
