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High-speed switching for ultrafast electromechanical switches and sensors

08/29/2017  Unlike the slow ferroelastic domain switching expected for ceramics, high-speed sub-microsecond ferroelastic domain switching and simultaneous lattice deformation are directly observed for the Pb(Zr0.4Ti0.6)O3 thin films. This exciting finding paves the way for high-frequency ultrafast electromechanical switches and sensors.

Researchers validate UV light's use in improving semiconductors

08/29/2017  A discovery by two scientists at the Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) could aid the development of next-generation semiconductor devices.

Two-dimensional semiconductor process and device simulator MicroTec: Development status update

08/28/2017  Siborg Systems Inc. develops new tools for practical optical sensor prototype development using MicroTec.

Littelfuse to acquire IXYS Corporation

08/28/2017  Acquisition significantly expands capabilities across high growth power semiconductor markets.

Nagoya-led team flips the switch on ferroelectrics

08/28/2017  Nagoya University-led team controls the configuration of domains in nanorod- and thin-film ferroelectric systems.

New results reveal high tunability of 2-D material

08/28/2017  Berkeley Lab-led team also provides most precise band gap measurement yet for hotly studied monolayer moly sulfide.

SparkLabs launches $50M early-stage fund for South Korea

08/25/2017  SparkLabs Group, a network of accelerators and funds, is launching a $50 million early-stage fund (Series A & B) primarily focused on South Korea.

Analysis of global lithography metrology equipment market

08/25/2017  The lithography metrology equipment market is riding on the high wave of the semiconductor industry.

Recipe for safer batteries -- Just add diamonds

08/25/2017  Drexel researchers show nanodiamonds can prevent short-circuits and fires in lithium batteries.

Next-generation drug testing on chips

08/25/2017  Improvements to tiny body-on-a-chip devices could lead to next-generation pre-clinical testing of drug toxicity.

SamsungÂ’s new Q-series LED linear modules offer superior efficacy to improve premium indoor lighting

08/24/2017  Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the “Q-series,” a new line-up of LED linear modules for use in premium indoor luminaire applications where an exceptionally high level of light efficacy* is required.

Worldwide wearable device sales to grow 17% in 2017

08/24/2017  Sales of smartwatches to total 41.5 million units in 2017.

ROHM's new ultra-compact low profile 2-color chip LEDs

08/24/2017  Industry-small form factor contributes to thinner, more vibrant displays in industrial and consumer devices.

Analog DevicesÂ’ monitoring initiative aims to improve crop quality, yields, and boost profitability of local farmers

08/23/2017  The initiative instructs student farmers how to use Internet of Things and blockchain technologies to track the conditions and movement of produce from “Farm to Fork” to make decisions that improve quality, yields, and profitability.

Bond dissociation energies for transition metal silicides accurately determined

08/23/2017  American researchers develop method to determine bond dissociation energies for transition metal silicides to advance computation efforts and general understanding of chemical bonding.

Infrared laser: At the heart of the industry in coming years

08/23/2017  In a depressed visible LED industry, manufacturers are looking at new opportunities to increase their revenues and margins. In this context, the IR LED market is perceived as a potential new ‘blue oceanÂ’ with attractive opportunities for those players.

Gary Locke joins nLIGHT, Inc. Board of Directors

08/23/2017  nLIGHT, Inc., a U.S. company in high-power semiconductor and fiber lasers, today announced the appointment of Gary Locke to its board of directors effective immediately.

North American semiconductor equipment industry posts July 2017 billings

08/23/2017  North America-based manufacturers of semiconductor equipment posted $2.27 billion in billings worldwide in July 2017.

Stretchable biofuel cells extract energy from sweat to power wearable devices

08/22/2017  A team of engineers has developed stretchable fuel cells that extract energy from sweat and are capable of powering electronics, such as LEDs and Bluetooth radios.

KLA-Tencor Evolves Inspection and Review Portfolio for 3D Future

07/10/2014  Systems detect and categorize defects that limit yield in advanced IC manufacturing.