A look at how some of the latest acoustic inspection technology developments and the continued use of AI are addressing the exacting quality control needs of manufacturers.
MEMS

Imec and Partners Show Outdoor Stability of Highly Anticipated Perovskite Solar Modules
Imec, partner in EnergyVille, in collaboration with the University of Cyprus, has demonstrated long-term outdoor stability of perovskite solar modules.
Aledia Unveils Breakthrough MicroLED Technology at CES 2025
At CES 2025, Aledia today unveiled the availability of its game-changing microLED technology set to redefine the future of hardware for augmented reality and to power the next generation of displays for vision applications.
CEA-Leti Will Unveil Major R&D Gains At Photonics West
CEA-Leti will present six papers at Photonics West, including an invited one, detailing its recent breakthroughs and major results for the future of photonics-based applications Jan. 25-30 in San Francisco.

Applying Visual Data Science and AI to Solve Complex Manufacturing Challenges
Spotfire’s immersive analytics experience aligns with natural human interactions, offering features like AI-powered recommendations, real-time data integration, and intuitive visual manipulation.

2025 Outlook: Executive Viewpoints
Each year, Semiconductor Digest turns to industry leaders and analysts to get their viewpoints on what they expect to see in the coming year in terms of critical tech and business trends.

2025: Navigating Shifts in Semiconductor Demand
I would expect numbers for wafer fab equipment (WFE) to be between 5% and 10% growth, reaching the low $100 billions for 2025.

2025: MEMS Mirrors Will Fix Automotive LiDAR
Driven by advancements in the MEMS mirrors used in light detection and ranging (LiDAR), Tier 1 suppliers and automakers will begin to design more accurate, resilient, and affordable perception systems in automotive vehicles.

2025: Sustainability is Essential for Long-term Success
At Edwards we are especially focused on sustainability. Our vacuum pumps and abatement systems are essential to remove and treat excess process gases and by-products, and we see significant opportunities as semiconductor manufacturers seek to improve the sustainability of their manufacturing processes.

2025: AI, Networking/Communications, Personal Mobility and Aerospace-Defense to Drive Changes
As the heartbeat of intelligent, connected electronics, precision timing will play a key role in 2025’s expansion. Precision timing will drive innovation across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, FinTech, and cybersecurity.