The aim of this paper is to demonstrate. for the first time. the viability
of the monolithic integration of low voltage components, such as n and p ch
annel MOSFETs. onto a planar vertical MOS controlled power device. This app
roach paves the way for realising a monolithic intelligent power chip with
enhanced performance and reliability with respect to on-chip temperature. o
ver-current and over-voltage protection circuitry. The detailed simulation
results indicate no parasitic effects, both on the low voltage and power de
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