Powering Sustainability through Collaborative Design
[Company / organization] STMICROELECTRONICS K.K.
Members, their roles, and reason for cooperation
STMICROELECTRONICS, ELEPHANTECH Collaboration on reducing the carbon footprint (PCF) of a working solution for industrial sustainability.
Time started (or to be started)
Start: March 2024 - End: August 2024
Technology and business model
NDA, collaborative work on LCA/PCF calculations for demonstrations at public events and within the scope of R&D.
Achievements and goals
Contribution to lower greenhouse gas emissions during the use phase
The EVSPIN32G4 GREEN is a demo board that utilizes the STSPIN32G4 system in package and STL110N10F7 power MOSFETs. This highly-integrated motor control system features a triple high-performance half-bridge gate driver with programmable features and a mixed-signal STM32G431 microcontroller, all packaged in a compact 9x9 mm VFQFPN package.
The design with a low carbon footprint enables users to maximize the use phase by providing exceptional savings in metals, water usage, and electricity as well as elimination of substances of very high concern (SVHC).
The board is a fully-integrated motor control solution due to the integrated operational amplifiers for current sensing, drain-source voltage sensing of each power MOSFET, and comparators for overcurrent protection. Additionally, the board features integrated voltage regulators that generate both the gate driver and control logic supplies directly from the motor supply, excluding a dedicated circuitry.
Designed for driving three-phase brushless DC motors, the project provides an easy-to-use solution for evaluating the STSPIN32G4 in various applications, including medical machines, small home appliances and power tools, fans.
Smart Industrial: Smart industrial applications leverage advanced technologies to optimize processes and improve efficiency. These applications rely on microcontroller units to control and monitor industrial equipment, collect and process data, and make real-time decisions based on that data.
Showcasing Sustainable Technology: Customers are increasingly seeking sustainable products, and by providing a sustainable motion control board, we can set ourselves apart from competitors and attract environmentally conscious customers.
Reduce Product Carbon Footprint: By adopting sustainable design practices, we can decrease the environmental impact of our solution. This can involve using SVHC/lead-free components, aiming for mass reduction, maximizing energy efficiency, and minimizing waste during production.
Increased Product Lifespan: Sustainable design practices can also lengthen the product's lifespan, reducing the need for replacements or repairs. This can result in cost savings for the customer and lessen the environmental impact of the product throughout its lifetime (LCA).
Reference URL
https://www.st.com/content/st_com/en/about/sustainability/sustainable-technology.html