A sharper look at the interior of semiconductors
Images provide information—what we can observe with our own eyes enables us to understand. Constantly expanding the field of perception into dimensions that are initially hidden from the naked eye, drives science forward. Today, increasingly powerf.....»»
China keenly developing homegrown IGBT power chips for vehicles
Chinese chipmakers are keen on developing homegrown automotive power semiconductors, particularly IGBT chips and modules long in shortage, looking to replace part of foreign supplies from Infineon and other international IDMs, and their efforts are g.....»»
HTC talks vision for metaverse, names computing power and reducing latency as challenges
There are still many challenges that need to be conquered to improve the metaverse's virtual experience, namely computing power and latency. Thus, the technological advances of the industry rely on Taiwan's state-of-the-art semiconductors, according.....»»
Steradian’s 4D Imaging Radar Aims to Make Self-Driving Cars Smarter
The founders of Steradian Semiconductors saw a technology gap in the marketplace and used their know-how to fill it. Before launching the fabless semiconductor startup in 2016, the founders were working at well-known technology companies designing c.....»»
Ford, Rivian urge faster permitting process for critical EV minerals
In separate comments submitted to the U.S. Department of the Interior, Ford and Rivian are pushing for a faster permitting process for U.S. critical mineral mining projects that support domestic battery production for electric vehicles......»»
Simple technique ushers in long-sought class of semiconductors
Breakthroughs in modern microelectronics depend on understanding and manipulating the movement of electrons in metal. Reducing the thickness of metal sheets to the order of nanometers can enable exquisite control over how the metal's electrons move......»»
Renesas to acquire Steradian to expand reach in radar market
Japan's Renesas Electronics has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire India-based fabless Steradian Semiconductors that provides 4D imaging radar solutions, in an all-cash transaction......»»
Diamonds and rust at the Earth"s core-mantle boundary
Steel rusts by water and air on the Earth's surface. But what about deep inside the Earth's interior?.....»»
Power semiconductors: Q&A with Jasper Lee, CSO of Pan Jit International
The consumer electronics supply chain is facing mounting inventory levels with many resorting to price reductions trying to maintain market shares. But the supply of power semiconductors such as medium- to high-voltage MOSFETs, IGBTs and SiC power co.....»»
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Overview
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV makes the transition to all-electric driving easy with solid range, a roomy interior, and intuitive technologies. For 2023, this hatchback is available in 1LT and 2LT trims — and boasts a deeply discounted starting price.....»»
2023 Cadillac Escalade Overview
As the biggest vehicle in the Cadillac lineup, the Escalade has been the pinnacle of large SUV luxury for more than 20 years. The 2023 Cadillac Escalade arrives with a handful of interior updates as well as the all-new Cadillac Escalade-V. Want More.....»»
Astronomers discover new accreting millisecond X-ray pulsar
Using the Neutron Star Interior Composition Explorer (NICER), an international team of astronomers have detected a new accreting millisecond X-ray pulsar. The newfound pulsar, designated MAXI J1816–195, has a spin period of about 1.89 milliseconds......»»
Why I love electronics industry (5): Leverages and multiple fun
The wafer foundry, fab tools and component distribution industry sectors all seem to consist of specialized companies in the field of semiconductors, and it is difficult to do cross-domain operations. News in the electronics industry is meant for the.....»»
Betelgeuse blew its top, leaving an interior jiggling like jelly
The huge red supergiant star Betelgeuse blew off a huge chunk of its mass in 2019, creating a cloud of dust which obscured its light and caused it to dim......»»
Gartner speaks out on the impact of the CHIPS and Science Act bill
In addition to chip manufacturing, there are various other aspects of the chip manufacturing supply chain for which the U.S. is heavily dependent on Asia,. Meanwhile, semiconductors have become critical, not just for technology leadership, but also f.....»»
Vedanta eyes China-plus-one and mineral-intensive future
As the world moves toward semiconductors and EVs with China-plus-one in mind, Vedanta believes its natural resources and semiconductors businesses can play a more important role in self-reliant India......»»
Heterogeneous integration to boost EV-use SiC, GaN performance
Third-generation compound semiconductors such as SiC and GaN are very crucial to the future development of electrical vehicles (EV) and green power industries, and heterogeneous integration will play a pivotal role in determining market competitivene.....»»
Auto supplier Gissing North America files for bankruptcy
Gissing is a subsidiary of a Chinese automotive supplier, and manufactures interior acoustic and cargo management systems......»»
Smart lighting system based on quantum dots more accurately reproduces daylight
Researchers have designed smart, color-controllable white light devices from quantum dots—tiny semiconductors just a few billionths of a meter in size—which are more efficient and have better color saturation than standard LEDs, and can dynamical.....»»
SIA: Global chip sales up 13.3% in 2Q22 but June sees first Y/Y drop in 16 months
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) released Q2 2022 worldwide sales of semiconductors totaled US$152.5 billion, up 13.3% on year and increased 0.5% from the first quarter of 2022. However, global sales for the month of June 2022 were $50.8.....»»
SIA: Global chip sales up 13.3% in 2Q22 but June saw first YOY drop in 16 months
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) released Q2 2022 worldwide sales of semiconductors totaled US$152.5 billion, up 13.3% on year and increased 0.5% from the first quarter of 2022. However, global sales for the month of June 2022 were $50.8.....»»