Consolidation in the semiconductor industry continues apace, with more than $100 billion in mergers and acquisitions announced in 2015, and more to come in 2016.
Viewpoints: 2016 outlook
Each year, Solid State Technology turns to industry leaders to hear viewpoints on the technological and economic outlook for the upcoming year. Read through these expert opinions on what to expect in 2016. New technologies will fuel pockets of growth…
Is the Semiconductor Industry Ready for Industry 4.0 and the IIoT?
An industrial revolution is in the making, equivalent some say to the introduction of steam power at the tail end of the 18th century. Known as smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0 (after the German initiative Industrie 4.0), the industrial internet of things (IIoT), or simply the fourth industrial revolution, the movement will radically change how manufacturing is done.
IoT Surveys Indicate Optimism, Confusion
Recent surveys indicate much optimism about how the IoT will benefit the semiconductor industry, but there’s some confusion about how big the market will be and if the existing infrastructure will be able to handle the demand.
IoT, Healthcare and 5G to Drive RF and Microwave
Industry trends to the Internet of Things, advanced healthcare and 5G are good news for everyone involved in technologies associated with RF, microwave, millimeter wave, and THz frequencies, many of whom will be attending “Microwave Week” in Phoenix, May 17-22.
IoT and The ConFab 2015
The keynotes and other key speakers have been announced for The ConFab 2015, to be held May 19-22 at The Encore at The Wynn in Las Vegas.
Reframing the Roadmap: ITRS 2.0
The International Technology Roadmap for Semiconductor (ITRS) is being reframed to focus more on end applications, such as smartphones and micro-servers. Labeled ITRS 2.0, the new roadmap is a departure from a strong focus maintaining the path defined by Moore’s Law.
Exponentially Rising Costs Will Bring Changes
Scott McGregor, President and CEO of Broadcom, sees some major changes for the semiconductor industry moving forward, brought about by rising design and manufacturing costs.
Semiconductor Materials: Growth, Opportunities and Challenges
Don’t miss this week’s webcast on Thursday. First, Lita Shon‐Roy, President/CEO of Techcet, will provide an overview of chip level materials markets, focusing on growth and opportunities. Next, SRC’s Jon Candelaria, Director, GRC Interconnect and Packaging Sciences, will describe how today’s researchers are exploring materials challenges beyond Moore’s Law.
Don’t Hack My Light Bulb, Bro
Many people believe that the lowly light bulb might be how the IoT makes it’s way into your home. Even at the light bulb level, security is going to be critical.
