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The package is playing an increasingly important role in cooling down HPC systems. The post Thermal Management Implications For Heterogeneous Integrated Packaging appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering.
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The global semiconductor market in 2021 was $555.9 billion, according to WSTS data released by the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA). 2021 increased 26.2% from 2020, the largest annual increase since 31.8% in 2010, eleven years ago. We at Semiconductor Intelligence track publicly available semiconductor market forecasts… Read More The post Semiconductor Growth Moderating appeared first […]
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The good and bad of assembling dies from different foundries. The post Design Challenges Increasing For Mixed Die Packages appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering.
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By Chris Jones, Edwards Vacuum The International Technology Roadmap for Semiconductors (ITRS) and its successor, the International Roadmap for Devices and Systems (IRDS), have played a central organizing role in the development of the semiconductor manufacturing industry since the first ITRS was published in 1993. Roadmap to Decarbonizing Electrical Power in the United States was posted […]
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Workforce development is a critical and ongoing challenge in the microelectronics industry. SEMI Foundation is working to build awareness about the opportunities that come with a career in microelectronics through its Industry Image and Awareness Campaign. Part of that initiative is a partnership with Roadtrip Nation to create a video and documentary series focused on […]
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COVID was certainly a black swan event but semiconductors have seen similar events over the past 50 years, some of which I have experienced personally. The Dot-com bubble comes to mind but there were others. The question is will history repeat itself and the answer, according to Malcolm Penn of Future Horizons, is yes. Malcolm […]
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Certain conclusions can be drawn from a U.S. report on supply chain disruptions. Quick congressional approval of CHIPS Act funding isn’t one of them. The post How to Interpret Chip Supply Chain Data appeared first on EETimes.
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With the dawn of chiplet integration, advanced chip manufacturing and advanced packaging technologies are more complex than ever. Dies are being integrated from different wafers, and yield management is tricky. It requires a combination of both electrical test and optical measurement – or metrology. Even more, it requires hybrid metrology using multi-sensor technology. In this […]
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Hybrid bonding opens up whole new level of performance in packaging, but it’s not the only improvement. The post Next-Gen 3D Chip/Packaging Race Begins appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering.
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Last November AMD held their AMD Accelerated Data Center Premiere, Intel had their Innovation Days, and Stephen Shankland of CNET visited Intel’s fabs 42 and CH-4 in Chandler. AMD, Intel Display Chiplet Packaging Prowess was posted by Shannon Davis on Semiconductor Digest.
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We’re kicking it off Season 2 of the 3D InCites Podcast with a conversation about CES 2022. As you probably know, the Consumer Electronics Showcase took place Live in Las Vegas earlier this month. The official attendee report is 45,000 in-person attendees and 2300 exhibitors, as well as 1800 global media representatives. 1/3 of the […]
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In response to what seems to be insatiable demand for ICs, the world’s biggest foundry signaled yet another increase in its expansion plans. The post TSMC’s 2022 Expansion Budget Exceeds $40 Billion appeared first on EETimes.
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Huawei ranks second in the 2021 EU Industrial R&D Investment Scoreboard. This is a jump of one place for Huawei compared to last year when the company ranked 3rd in the 2020 EU Industrial R&D Investment Scoreboard. The 2021 EU Industrial R&D Investment Scoreboard is a European Commission publication. It ranks the research investment levels of 2500 […]
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Above average increases are expected in all major product categories, which will lift the global market to record-high revenues in 2022 despite growth rates easing from last year’s economic rebound, says report. 2022 Semiconductor Sales to Grow 11% After Surging 25% in 2021 was posted by Shannon Davis on Semiconductor Digest.
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The few designs to reach silicon today are completely customized, with inconsistent tool support. That has to change for this packaging approach to succeed. The post Setting Ground Rules For 3D-IC Designs appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering.
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In this episode, sponsored by EMD Electronics, Françoise speaks with Anand Nambiar, who heads the semiconductor materials business of EMD Electronics, a business of Merck KGAA Darmstadt, Germany. In addition to providing his perspectives on the chip shortage, supply chain issues, and managing the growth of the semiconductor industry, he shared some exciting news. First, […]
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OmniVision Technologies, announced at CES 2022 that it has adopted a new brand with a new look: OMNIVISION. The updated branding reflects its latest expansion in product offerings and capabilities, going beyond sensing technologies and solutions. “As a new OMNIVISION, we look forward to expanding our product offerings in analog and touch & display, and […]
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GM Chief Mary Barra ticked off a list of EV advances during CES 2022, highlighting its Ultium platform while introducing a new lineup of EVs and partners. The post GM Outlines Its EV Strategy at CES appeared first on EETimes.
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TAP-2.5D, an inter-chiplet physical network design methodology for heterogeneous 2.5D systems. The post TAP-2.5D: A Thermally-Aware Chiplet Placement Methodology for 2.5D Systems appeared first on Semiconductor Engineering.
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There is value in attending live events, even as a new wave of COVID prompts more delays, cancellations, and shifts to virtual forums. The post The Value of In-Person Trade Shows appeared first on EETimes.
