The Chips R&D Program Seeks to Accelerate Innovation

The Chips R&D Program Seeks to Accelerate Innovation
by Joseph Byrne on 11-13-2024 at 10:00 am

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The CHIPS and Science Act has allocated $11 billion for semiconductor R&D, including for advanced packaging and AI-driven design. Companies should apply now.

In 2022, the United States signed the $50 billion Chips and Science Act. Under the act, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which is part of … Read More


Webinar: Accelerating Automotive SoC Design with Chiplets

Webinar: Accelerating Automotive SoC Design with Chiplets
by Admin on 10-28-2024 at 3:37 pm

Join us for an insightful webinar series, where we explore the rapidly evolving automotive landscape. We will focus on the rise of autonomous and electric vehicles, highlighting key trends such as ADAS, software-defined vehicles, and zonal architectures.

Learn how Cadence’s advanced automotive solutions address the increasing… Read More


Shaping Tomorrow’s Semiconductor Technology IEDM 2024

Shaping Tomorrow’s Semiconductor Technology IEDM 2024
by Scotten Jones on 10-23-2024 at 6:00 am

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Anyone who has read my articles about IEDM in the past know I consider it a premiere conference covering developments of leading-edge semiconductor process technology. The 2024 conference will take place in San Francisco from December 7th through 11th.

Some highlight of this year’s technical program are:

AI  – Lots of artificial… Read More


Navigating Resistance Extraction for the Unconventional Shapes of Modern IC Designs

Navigating Resistance Extraction for the Unconventional Shapes of Modern IC Designs
by Nada Tarek on 10-15-2024 at 6:00 am

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The semiconductor industry is experiencing rapid evolution, driven by the proliferation of IoT applications, image sensors, photonics, MEMS applications, 3DIC and other emerging technologies. This growth has dramatically increased the complexity of integrated circuit (IC) design. One aspect of this complexity is the … Read More


Daniel Nenni at the 2024 Design Automation Conference

Daniel Nenni at the 2024 Design Automation Conference
by Daniel Nenni on 06-21-2024 at 4:00 pm

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This year’s live semiconductor ecosystem conferences have been well attend and I expect the same for #61DAC next week. I will be at the conference from Sunday afternoon to Wednesday evening, if you would like to meet let me know. Networking is an important part of the semiconductor ecosystem so let’s make it happen.… Read More


Webinar: Multiphysics Simulation of Challenges in 3D IC and Chiplet Designs

Webinar: Multiphysics Simulation of Challenges in 3D IC and Chiplet Designs
by Admin on 05-30-2024 at 4:11 pm

Multiple Sessions – All English Language:

14:00 JST (APAC)

10:00 EDT, 16:00 CET (AMER and EUR)

Stacking multiple dies with 3D ICs offer enhanced functionality, reduced form factor, and improved interconnect density. However, these advancements come with several challenges, including thermal management issues. Multiphysics… Read More


2024 Outlook with John Lee, VP and GM Electronics, Semiconductor and Optics Business Unit at Ansys

2024 Outlook with John Lee, VP and GM Electronics, Semiconductor and Optics Business Unit at Ansys
by Daniel Nenni on 03-21-2024 at 10:00 am

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We have been working with Ansys since SemiWiki was founded in 2011. It has been a richly rewarding relationship in all regards. I always say the semiconductor industry is filled with the most intelligent people in the world and Ansys is an excellent proof point. I have known John Lee for 30+ years and he is one of my trusted few, absolutely.… Read More


Ensuring 3D IC Semiconductor Reliability: Challenges and Solutions for Successful Integration

Ensuring 3D IC Semiconductor Reliability: Challenges and Solutions for Successful Integration
by Kalar Rajendiran on 10-25-2023 at 10:00 am

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One of the most promising advancements in the semiconductor field is the development of 3D Integrated Circuits (3D ICs). 3D ICs enable companies to partition semiconductor designs and seamlessly integrate silicon Intellectual Property (IP) at the most suitable process nodes and processes. This strategic partitioning yields… Read More


Ansys Revving up for Automotive and 3D-IC Multiphysics Signoff at DAC 2023

Ansys Revving up for Automotive and 3D-IC Multiphysics Signoff at DAC 2023
by Daniel Nenni on 06-26-2023 at 10:00 am

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Highlights:

  • Ansys CTO Prith Banerjee will be delivering the Visionary Speaker opening address on Tuesday 11th
  • There will be technical presentations every hour in the Ansys Booth Theater (#1539)
  • Get yourself a complimentary sit-down breakfast and a discussion on automotive electronics by registering for the Ansys DAC
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Keynote Sneak Peek: Ansys CEO Ajei Gopal at Samsung SAFE Forum 2023

Keynote Sneak Peek: Ansys CEO Ajei Gopal at Samsung SAFE Forum 2023
by Daniel Nenni on 06-19-2023 at 10:00 am

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As one of the world’s leading chip foundries, Samsung occupies a vital position in the semiconductor value chain. The annual Samsung Advanced Foundry Ecosystem (SAFE™) Forum is a must-go event for semiconductor and electronic design automation (EDA) professionals. Ajei Gopal, President and CEO of Ansys, has the honor of delivering… Read More