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Learn about the 3 U.S. research centers unknowingly began racing each other to create the first semiconductor version of the technology. #MIT #GE #IBM #semiconductor https://lnkd.in/ezm5gYka

Researchers at the University of Konstanz have successfully filmed the operations of extremely fast electronic circuitry in an electron microscope at a bandwidth of tens of terahertz. The increasing demand for ever-faster information processing has ushered in a new era of research focused on high-speed electronics operating at frequencies nearing terahertz and petahertz regimes. While existing electronic devices predominantly function in the gigahertz range, the forefront of electronics is pushing towards millimeter waves, and the first prototypes of high-speed transistors, hybrid photonic platforms, and terahertz metadevices are starting to bridge the electronic and optical domains. However, characterizing and diagnosing such devices pose a significant challenge due to the limitations of available diagnostic tools, particularly in terms of speed and spatial resolution.

As semiconductor devices become increasingly 3-dimensional and we move toward the world of #advancedpackaging and #3Dheterogeneousintegration, there are formidable challenges to adequately characterize these new systems. We need to understand what is happening at buried interfaces. We need to understand how new defect modes originate and propagate—and we need to understand the impact of these defects on electrical performance and reliability. We need to understand how heat originates and dissipates. And we need to harness the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to tell us more and more about our products with less and less invasive techniques. Last week, I had the privilege of meeting with the CHIPS R&D Metrology Program at NIST in Boulder, CO to present evolutions in semiconductor technologies and the needs the industry is experiencing for new metrology capabilities. The CHIPS Act is deploying $300 M of research funds to academic communities to develop new metrology techniques for industry. This influx of research support is enabling the domestic semiconductor industry to continue building its global leadership for many of tomorrow’s most critical and emerging technologies. #chipsact #semiconductorindustry #semiconductors #metrology #nist #researchanddevelopment #research

South Korean researchers have successfully developed technology to mass-produce quantum dot lasers, widely used in data centers and quantum communications. This breakthrough paves the way for reducing the production cost of semiconductor lasers to 1/6 of the current cost. #business #technology #opticalcommunication #scienceandtechnology #scientificresearch #internet #networktechnologies #networks #telecommunications #datanetworks #opticalnetworks #internettechnology #futuretechnology #futureofinternet #networkinfrastructure #quantumphysics #quantum #semiconductor #quantumnetworks #informationtechnology #future #futuretrends #breakthrough #quantumdot #innovation #technologydeployment #technologyadoption #technologyinnovation #research #emergingtech #disruptivetechnologies #disruptiveinnovation #newtechnologies #futurevision #nearfuture #scientificresearch #quantummechanics #quantumtechnology #datatransmission

In a major semiconductor breakthrough single-layer carbon otherwise known as graphene has been coated onto silicon carbide to form a functional semiconductor. This prototype opens the door to nano electronics that could accelerate quantum computing. Hope for smaller and faster electronics are real as this technology is compatible with existing commercial manufacturing. The short video is worth watching. #graphene #nanoelectronics #semiconductors #quantumcomputing

Did you know that 150 years ago German physicist Karl Ferdinand Braun invented what is widely considered to be the first-ever semiconductor diode? Around 70 years later, a landmark breakthrough in semiconductor history occurred at U.S. industrial research company Bell Labs. Under the supervision of William Bradford Shockley, scientists John Bardeen and Walter Houser Brattain invented the world’s first transistor (all three in the image below) SK hynix has put together an excellent overview of the most influential figures in semiconductor history here: https://bit.ly/3AsVaGE Do you know all the inventors mentioned in the article? Who would you add to the list going forward? #semiconductor #memory #DRAM #NAND #flashmemory #innovators #whoiswho #semiconductorhistory 

Is Moore's Law Still Driving Semiconductor Innovation? In the rapidly evolving world of technology, the race to miniaturize continues to push boundaries. But how are we overcoming the challenges of quantum effects, heat dissipation and material limitations? In my latest blog, I dive deep into the trends shaping the future of semiconductor technology, from FinFETs and 3nm nodes to the exploration of new materials like graphene. Curious about the future of computing and also to explore how these innovations are paving the way for more powerful, efficient and versatile devices. Your insights and feedback are welcome let's discuss the next wave of semiconductor advancements! Read the full blog here [https://lnkd.in/gPEhwqzj] #Semiconductors #MooresLaw #TechInnovation #VLSI #Engineering #Technology

Looking forward to discussing semiconductors for AI at the inaugural Oxford Semiconductor Conference. The conference has been expertly organised by Adeel Hussain (王志远） and Tommy Hall and kindly sponsored by National Taiwan University. As the most disruptive technology of our time, AI is having a significant impact on the semiconductor industry, helping to drive revenues to $1tr by 2030. With new processor designs targeting AI at the edge, there’s an opportunity to combine silicon chiplets with photonic integrated circuits to provide advanced functionality such as neuromorphic compute for adaptive vision systems – increasing processing power while reducing energy consumption. #semiconductors #AI #photonics #sustainability

Exciting news! Dr. Martin Wuest of INFICON recently gave a keynote on the new standard of vacuum measurements and the role of simulation in its improvement - and it's finally online. It's fascinating to see how technologies like semiconductor chip manufacturing and quantum computing essentially depend on - nothingness - or at least a good approximation of it. Check out the keynote to learn more about this crucial aspect of modern technology. https://lnkd.in/ea5i7Wp2 #vacuumtechnology #vacuum #inficon #semiconductorindustry #quantumtechnology #simulation

#ElectronicsInnovation: Graphene's Quantum Leap Reshaping Semiconductor Technology The creation of the world's first functional semiconductor from graphene by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology marks a monumental breakthrough with far-reaching implications. This transformative development overcomes the limitations of silicon, opening doors to a new era of electronic capabilities and technological innovation. Key Insights: 🌐 Revolutionizing Electronics Landscape: Graphene's emergence as a viable semiconductor presents a paradigm shift, akin to historical transitions in electronic components. Its superior properties, including 10 times the mobility of silicon, promise faster computing and more efficient electron movement, paving the way for next-generation electronics. 🌐 Quantum Computing Potential: The unique quantum mechanical wave properties of electrons in graphene semiconductor offer a glimpse into the future of advanced computational technologies. This potential for quantum computing represents unprecedented capabilities and applications, reshaping the electronics domain. 🌐 Strategic Investment Opportunities: The advent of graphene semiconductors presents compelling prospects in advanced electronics and semiconductor technologies. Investors with a forward-looking perspective can recognize the potential of graphene as a transformative force in the industry, contributing to shaping the future of electronic devices. This groundbreaking achievement by the team lead by Walter de Heer, not only addresses the limitations of silicon but also unlocks a realm of possibilities for entirely new technologies. Stay tuned with Market Unwinded for comprehensive insights into the evolving landscape of electronic technologies and strategic investment opportunities. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gcv7tvVc #GrapheneSemiconductor #QuantumComputing #ElectronicsInnovation #InvestmentOpportunities #MarketUnwinded #FutureTech