In a recent announcement, the National Intellectual Property Administration disclosed its decision on the 24th China Patent Awards. The School of Microelectronics at South China University of Technology stood out by receiving an impressive 11 Chinese Patent Excellence Awards, securing the first position among universities nationwide. Since 2009, the School of Microelectronics has consistently maintained its leading position, accumulating a total of 50 awards (including 2 gold and 5 silver), making it the top-ranking university in the country.

Among the accolades, the School of Microelectronics proudly received 1 Chinese Patent Excellence Award. The winning project is a result of collaboration between the school and Guangzhou Haige Communication Group Co., Ltd., highlighting the contribution of patent achievements to regional industrial innovation and

Introduction to the Award-winning Project: Frequency Locking Method and Circuit for a Phase-Locked Loop

This patent addresses critical issues in China's TianTong satellite communication and the BeiDou Global Navigation System. It proposes key technology for the phase-locked loop in satellite communication and navigation terminal chips, overcoming challenges related to rapid locking, low phase noise, and wide coverage range in China's satellite navigation system chips. The performance metrics surpass those of foreign technologies, consistently achieving top rankings in national BeiDou chip competitions.

The patented technology has found extensive applications in China's national defense and military industry, disaster prevention and control, and accident rescue. Through the deployment of independent communication and navigation equipment, it ensures that China's defense equipment and military operations are no longer dependent on foreign technologies. The high-quality, high-precision signal reception capabilities provided by this patented technology enhance the military strength and operational capabilities of the Chinese military.