Click the blue text to follow us Semiconductors In the process of semiconductor process research and manufacturing, precise characterization techniques are the core link to ensure device performance and yield. This article systematically elaborates on the technical principles and typical application scenarios of six key analytical instruments used in semiconductor process characterization. 1. Secondary Ion … Read more
Jicui Network · Love Jicui APP, available for download in major mainstream app stores Recently, Texas Instruments (TI) announced an investment of over $60 billion (approximately 430.8 billion RMB) in the construction of seven wafer fabs in Texas and Utah, marking the largest investment in the U.S. semiconductor manufacturing industry in history and seen as … Read more
Have you discovered the options for “Share” and “Like”? Click here to check it out. Last Issue Review From 0 to 1: A Comprehensive Breakdown of the SAW Wafer Fabrication Process (Part 1 – Photolithography) Reshaping the Body – Thin Film Deposition While beautiful appearances are commonplace, interesting souls are rare. In the life spectrum … Read more
Child of the Sino-US Trade Era On September 14, 2020, late at night, Hsinchu, Taiwan. TSMC’s factory was brightly lit, and the machines on the production line were still running at high speed, but there was an unusual tension in the air. Just a few hours earlier, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced: After September … Read more
China and the U.S. Trade: The Darling of the Era On September 14, 2020, late at night, Hsinchu, Taiwan. TSMC’s factory was brightly lit, and the machines on the production line were still running at high speed, but there was an unusual tension in the air. Just a few hours earlier, the U.S. Department of … Read more
Source:Learning About Things Original Author:Long Road Ahead This article mainly discusses why epitaxial growth technology is the core process of semiconductor manufacturing. Epitaxial Growth Technology: The Core Process of Semiconductor Manufacturing As the feature sizes of semiconductor devices continue to shrink, the demand for high-quality thin film materials becomes increasingly urgent. Epitaxial technology, as a … Read more
Follow “Electronic Engineering Magazine” and add the editor’s WeChat The regional groups are now open, please send a message with 【Shenzhen】【Shanghai】【Beijing】【Chengdu】【Xi’an】 to the public account Currently, leading manufacturers are accelerating the transition to 12-inch wafer production. According to a recent report by the Dutch local media “de Gelderlander”, semiconductor giant NXP plans to close several … Read more
(Friends who are not interested in the technical background can skip directly to the practical content below) 1. Definition and Significance of Wafer Fabrication Wafer fabrication is the core process of semiconductor manufacturing, referring to the submission of chip design layout data to a wafer foundry for trial production. Through processes such as photolithography, etching, … Read more
Precision ceramic components are key parts of core equipment in several critical processes of semiconductor manufacturing, such as lithography, etching, thin film deposition, ion implantation, and CMP, including bearings, guide rails, liners, electrostatic chucks, and mechanical handling arms. They play supporting, protective, and guiding roles, especially within the equipment chambers. Usage of Advanced Ceramics in … Read more
1 Case Situation A semiconductor manufacturing plant generates a large amount of wastewater containing heavy metals during production, including copper, nickel, zinc, and lead, which pose serious potential hazards to the environment. The plant’s original wastewater treatment system, while capable of removing some pollutants, is ineffective in removing heavy metals, resulting in wastewater that cannot … Read more