Integrated Circuits

Key Steps in Chip Manufacturing – Detailed Explanation of Chip Tape Out (Part 1)

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Key Steps in Chip Manufacturing - Detailed Explanation of Chip Tape Out (Part 1)

The chip tape out (Tape Out) technology is a core part of semiconductor manufacturing, accurately transferring design patterns onto silicon wafers, serving as a critical bridge between design and production. This article comprehensively discusses chip tape out technology, from design, tape out preparation to technical implementation, equipment, and material applications, analyzing the key stages and … Read more

Top 10 Companies in the Chip Sector with the Best Performance (Q1)

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Top 10 Companies in the Chip Sector with the Best Performance (Q1)

Since this year’s Spring Festival, with the continuous advancement of domestic large model open-source technologies represented by DeepSeek, not only has the threshold for artificial intelligence significantly decreased, but it has also accelerated the application of AI in edge computing and terminal devices (AloT), driving the entire industry to welcome a new round of explosive … Read more

The 6th National College Student Embedded Chip and System Design Competition Application Track National Finals Successfully Concluded

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The 6th National College Student Embedded Chip and System Design Competition Application Track National Finals Successfully Concluded

On the morning of August 18, the 6th National College Student Embedded Chip and System Design Competition Application Track National Finals successfully concluded after three days. The closing ceremony and award presentation were held at the Nanjing Integrated Circuit Training Base. This competition started in February this year,with the application track setting six topics: HiSilicon, … Read more

Concept, Basic Structure, and Advantages of FPGA Chips

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Concept, Basic Structure, and Advantages of FPGA Chips

Source: Tiger Says Chip Original Author: Tiger Says Chip This article introduces the basic structure, advantages, and engineering significance of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). 1. Concept of FPGA ChipsFPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) is an integrated circuit that can be programmed and configured by users after leaving the factory according to actual needs. Unlike … Read more

Are We Really Starting Late in Aerospace, Semiconductors, and Lithography?

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Are We Really Starting Late in Aerospace, Semiconductors, and Lithography?

Author| Quantum Jun Source| Quantum School (ID:quantumschool) 01 “Starting Late” Has Become the Best Excuse The current state of China’s chip lagging has led to a situation where we can only look to others for guidance. Over 80% of chips are imported each year, exceeding 2 trillion in 2019. With such a large import volume, … Read more

Semiconductor Listed Companies | Integrated Circuit/Design Companies: China Electronics Technology Group Corporation Chip Technology Co., Ltd. (600877)

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Semiconductor Listed Companies | Integrated Circuit/Design Companies: China Electronics Technology Group Corporation Chip Technology Co., Ltd. (600877)

1. Overview China Electronics Technology Group Corporation Chip Technology Co., Ltd. (formerly known as China Electronics Technology Group Corporation Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd. and China Electronics Technology Group Corporation Energy Co., Ltd.) was established from China Jialing Industrial Co., Ltd. (Group) and officially listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange on October 13, 1995. The company … Read more

Emergency Notice from the China Semiconductor Industry Association: Wafer Fabrication Location Recognized as Place of Origin!

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Emergency Notice from the China Semiconductor Industry Association: Wafer Fabrication Location Recognized as Place of Origin!

IntroductionRecently, the China Semiconductor Industry Association issued an “Emergency Notice on the Rules for Determining the ‘Place of Origin’ of Semiconductor Products,” sparking widespread discussion.The “Emergency Notice on the Rules for Determining the ‘Place of Origin’ of Semiconductor Products” states that according to the relevant regulations of the General Administration of Customs, the place of … Read more

Impact of China’s Semiconductor Association’s Notification on Chip Origin Certification for Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm

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Impact of China's Semiconductor Association's Notification on Chip Origin Certification for Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm

On April 11, Fast Technology reported that against the backdrop of the tariff war, the China Semiconductor Industry Association today issued an “Emergency Notice on the Certification Rules for the ‘Origin’ of Semiconductor Products.” According to the relevant regulations of the General Administration of Customs, the origin of “integrated circuits” is determined based on the … Read more

Smart Speaker Concept – Performance Overview: Zhaochi Co., Ltd., Amlogic Co., Ltd., Zhongke Lanyun, GoerTek Inc., and Zhidu Co., Ltd.

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Smart Speaker Concept - Performance Overview: Zhaochi Co., Ltd., Amlogic Co., Ltd., Zhongke Lanyun, GoerTek Inc., and Zhidu Co., Ltd.

According to publicly disclosed data from Zhaochi Co., Ltd. (002429), Amlogic Co., Ltd. (688099), Zhongke Lanyun (688332), GoerTek Inc. (002241), and Zhidu Co., Ltd. (000676), the following statistics summarize the main product information and other data of these five companies. Company Overview Company Introduction The earliest listed company is Zhidu Co., Ltd., which has been … Read more

Detailed Explanation of New Regulations on the Origin of Integrated Circuits

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Detailed Explanation of New Regulations on the Origin of Integrated Circuits

This article is approximately 5,900 words long, recommended for saving and reading. Author | Beiwai Nanchang Produced by | Automotive Electronics and Software On April 11, 2025, the China Semiconductor Industry Association issued an official notice regarding the “Rules for the Determination of the Origin of Semiconductor Products,” clearly stating:The origin of integrated circuits will … Read more