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Worth reading back this accessible article by imec on Chiplets. It shows not just how complex modern chips are, but (in a very understandable way) also the necessity for this global industry to work together. Second lesson: While IMEC and partners continuously find solutions for even more powerful chips (and enough inspiration and technology to keep doing so for many years to come), this story implicitly tells us how many key enabling tools and materials are required - which is another opportunity for Europe! European equipment for FrontEnd (lithography, metrology, material deposition) remains essential for advanced chiplets. On top of this (thus not: instead of) advancements are, more than before, essential in tooling for chiplet handling and stacking (W2W, D2W, etc.), new materials and related processes, and more complex testing. Not fully explored yet, and thus a priority for TNO are all the related challenges in metrology. Not just every chiplet has to be perfect, but also all the interfaces and materials to make stacking successful. In this domain we see additional potential #ControlPoints for Europe. #TNOsemicon #EUChipsAct

wafer level integration of photonic & electronic chips.

As technology advances, businesses can meet consumer demand for more compact devices. However, this progress also increases the need for tools capable of managing this miniaturization effectively. In the semiconductor manufacturing industry, one specific challenge is that current dicing technology is not equipped to cut small and brittle wafers. Such damage reduces returns for manufacturers, who must account for material loss during the dicing process. Learn how our Zero Width Laser Cutting Technology can address this issue at https://bit.ly/3YPgEYo #Fonon #ZWLCT #waferdicing #semiconductor #computerchip 

A very important tool in the microelectronics manufacturing process.

The semiconductor industry is always changing and with new technologies like MEMS and AI chips, manufacturing is more challenging than ever. But finding defects doesn't have to be complicated! Dragonfly 3D World makes it easy with its powerful image processing and deep-learning capabilities. Even non-experts can efficiently perform bump metrology and quality assurance within complex chip architectures. Easy-to-use interface? ✔️ Automated Inspection? ✔️ Lighting-fast defect detection? ✔️ Especially when combined with advanced 3D X-ray systems, Dragonfly 3D World is an essential tool for semiconductor manufacturers as part of their inspection strategy.  Read more in the interview below with our collaborators Comet Yxlon and SEMI: https://lnkd.in/da6_G2B8

 Significant advancement in nanotechnology and microelectronics! Overall, this represents a key step forward in creating more powerful and compact electronic components.

A question for all experts: How would you explain "Mask-Aligner" in a simple way so that everyone can understand what it is? Have you ever wondered how tiny computer chips are made or how sensors get embedded into devices? The key technology behind this manufacturing process is called photolithography, which uses light to transfer microscopic patterns onto semiconductor wafers. But photolithography relies on extremely precise alignment of masks to wafers - that's where mask aligners come in. Mask aligners are specialized tools designed for the accurate alignment and exposure of photomasks to wafers during semiconductor manufacturing. The name says it all - mask aligners help "align" the photomask to the wafer, ensuring the pattern is transferred precisely where it needs to go. So in short, mask aligners are little “heroes” of semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring microscale patterns are perfectly positioned layer after layer to build intricate integrated circuits. Their fine alignment capabilities make our modern techno-world possible! 💬 Your turn: How would you explain ‘Mask-Aligner’ in a simple way so that everyone understands what it is? #sussmicrotec

We are excited to introduce our newly developed high-strength silicon nitride material for the semiconductor industry! Designed for probe cards used in the functional testing of next-gen microchips, this innovative material offers an increased expansion coefficient and exceptional flexural strength. Key features: ➡️ Higher coefficient of thermal expansion to ensure precision even at extreme temperatures (-40 to +200 °C). ➡️ Flexural strength of > 800 MPa, enabling the production of thin silicon nitride plates with tighter pin spacing. This makes our silicon nitride ideal for testing advanced microchips used in AI and 5G applications. Learn more in the full article on our website. Find the link in the comments. #Semiconductors #AdvancedCeramics #SiliconNitride #AIChips #5G #Kyocera

The optical system for High-NA-EUV #lithography from ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology consists of projection optics and an illumination system. The ladder alone comprises more than 25,000 parts and weighs over six metric tons. Within the illumination system, mirrors collect light and ensure the projection of the photomask onto the wafer – enabling the production of even more powerful microchips for global #digitalization.🚘💻🚀 #ZEISS #ChipIndustry #Semiconductors

Critical Dimension (CD) measurements are a standard procedure in the semiconductor process. They are performed after every manufacturing step in the lithography cycle. Every process adds more value to the wafer on the way to the final product, so detecting errors as soon as possible is crucial. Incorrect CD values will lead to a deviation in the chip’s performance in terms of current flow, power consumption, or heat capacity. Nikon’s video measuring system, NEXIV VMZ-S, allows users to measure CD structures in various sizes quickly and accurately, with nanometre repeatability. The world-renowned Nikon optics enable users to measure line features from several micrometres down to submicron sizes. The built-in autofocus and fast edge detection algorithm allow the user to measure accurately across the full wafer. Discover more about the NEXIV series and how it can help you control your process in our recent webinar about CD measurements on our website: https://lnkd.in/egE9z7cJ #NikonMetrology #Dimensionalmeasurement #NEXIV #AutoMeasure #VideoMeasuring