January 13, 2025 — The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awarded four contracts in 2024 to Alphacore to advance the development of cutting-edge microelectronics systems to support space and other missions. Alphacore, a leader in analog, mixed-signal, and RF integrated circuit design intellectual property, excels in creating high-performance, low-power designs
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HSINCHU, Taiwan, R.O.C. – Jan. 10, 2025 – TSMC (TWSE: 2330, NYSE: TSM) today announced its net revenue for December 2024: On a consolidated basis, revenue for December 2024 was approximately NT$278.16 billion, an increase of 0.8 percent from November 2024 and an increase of 57.8 percent from December 2023. Revenue
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OpenROAD stands for Open Road Automated Design, and its mission is to transform the traditional RTL-to-GDSII flow into a streamlined, open-source solution. With objectives focused on improving accessibility, fostering collaboration, and leveraging machine learning, it offers a comprehensive suite of tools and methodologies that empower designers to create effective hardware
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In an era where semiconductor technology drives innovation across industries, the importance of effective verification methods has never been more prominent. As designs become increasingly complex, ensuring the integrity and functionality of Intellectual Property (IP) cores is critical for success.
IP verification stands at the forefront of semiconductor design,
Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test, commonly referred to as OSAT, plays a vital role in the semiconductor industry. These companies specialize in assembling and testing semiconductor devices designed by Integrated Device Manufacturers (IDMs) and fabless companies. OSATs provide services that include packaging raw silicon into usable chips and conducting rigorous
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Wafer fabrication, or wafer fab, plays a crucial role in transforming raw materials into the intricate microchips that power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles.
The process of wafer fabrication involves various sophisticated techniques and technologies that ensure precision and efficiency in creating integrated circuits. With the growth of