Daniel Murphy
Senior Director Product Management
Cambridge GaN Devices
Daniel joined Cambridge GaN Devices after more than 25 years at STMicroelectronics, where he was working in their automotive marketing and applications team, focussing on EV powertrain business in the EMEA region. Daniel has worked on many strategic programs relating to wide bandgap technology, being closely aligned with several OEMs and vehicle manufacturers. Having recently joined Cambridge GaN devices, he is responsible for helping to shape the company strategy and product portfolio, to develop the business in higher power class applications such as Industrial and Automotive.
Presentations
EV Inverter Drives above 100 kW Are Expected to Transition to GaN. Where Does the Roadmap End?
Gallium Nitride (GaN) is transforming power electronics through superior efficiency and power density. While established in low- and mid-power systems, its transition to higher power classes has been limited by challenges in reliability, paralleling, and gate robustness. This presentation highlights how recent advances in device design, gate control, and packaging are enabling GaN’s expansion into automotive and industrial applications. Enhanced robustness improved thermal performance, and simplified system integration now allow consistent behaviour at higher voltages and currents. These innovations address key reliability concerns, making GaN a practical option for high-power converters, and motor drives. Attendees will gain insights into design considerations and implementation strategies supporting GaN’s evolution beyond traditional limits. Together, these developments demonstrate that GaN technology now offers the scalability, durability, and ease of use required for next-generation high-power applications.