Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), researchers at Texas A&M University are using advanced computational and machine-learning techniques to create a framework capable of optimizing the process of developing materials, cutting time and costs.
Semiconductors
Defense Industry Supplier i3 Microsystems Places Repeat Order for ClassOne’s Solstice Electroplating System
ClassOne Technology announced the sale of a second Solstice S8 system to i3 Microsystems (i3M), a wholly-owned subsidiary of defense industry supplier i3 Electronics headquartered in Binghamton, NY.
ETEL’s New High Accuracy DXR Rotary System Simplifies Motion in Semi/Electronic Equipment
With the introduction of the new high precision DXRH rotary axis system, ETEL once again offers those involved in the development and use of highly accurate semiconductor/electronics machines a new and better Theta axis option as either a stand-alone or system-integrated solution.
Micron Achieves Comprehensive Global Pay Equity for All Underrepresented Groups
Micron Technology, Inc. today announced that it has reached comprehensive global pay equity in total employee compensation across base, bonuses and stock rewards.
SEMICON Southeast Asia Rescheduled to 23-27 August 2021 as Hybrid Event
SEMI, the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain, today announced the rescheduling of SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) to 23-27 August 2021 as a hybrid event to ensure the safety of exhibitors, partners and guests as the world continues to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and the rollout of vaccines progresses.
Fire Destroys Part of Renesas Fab, Fueling Supply Concerns
Part of the processes in the N3 Building of the Naka Factory caught fire on March 19, an event which has halted production on the 300mm line for likely the next month.
North American Semiconductor Equipment Industry Posts February 2021 Billings, Surpassing $3 Billion for Second Consecutive Month
The billings figure is 3.2 percent higher than the final January 2021 billings of $3.04 billion and is 32 percent higher than the February 2020 billings level of $2.37 billion.
Mecart Cleanrooms Obtains FM Approval for Cleanroom Panels with Best-in-Class Performance
This places Mecart in an elite group of cleanroom suppliers and makes Mecart the first North American panel manufacturer to gain FM-4882 certification for panels with non-combustible core for cleanroom occupancy.
American Innovation and Jobs Act Would Advance U.S. Leadership in Semiconductor Research
Bipartisan legislation would repeal a harmful tax provision that would make it more expensive for companies to perform R&D in the U.S.
Global Semiconductor Materials Market Sets New High of $55.3 Billion With 5% Expansion in 2020, SEMI Reports
The global semiconductor materials market grew 4.9% in 2020 to $55.3 billion in revenue, surpassing the previous market high of $52.9 billion set in 2018, SEMI, the global industry association representing the electronics manufacturing and design supply chain, reported today in its Materials Market Data Subscription (MMDS).
