AMCC, TSMC put new MPU spin on IBM technology Sep 26, 2009
Until now, AppliedMicro had its entire line of Power Architecture embedded processors made on a foundry basis by IBM. Those parts are based on a SOI technology at linewidth geometries down to 90-nm. The Power Architecture is IBM's proprietary processor architecture, which has been exclusively made within IBM's fabs. (EETimes)
New Statistical Technique Improves Precision Of Nanotechnology Data Jul 15, 2009
ScienceDaily (July 14, 2009) A new statistical analysis technique that identifies and removes systematic bias, noise and equipment-based artifacts from experimental data could lead to more precise and reliable measurement of nanomaterials and nanostructures likely to have future industrial applications. Known as sequential profile adjustment by regression (SPAR), the technique could also reduce the amount of experimental data required to make conclusions, and help distinguish true nanoscale... (Science Daily)
Oclaro(TM) Introduces New Focus(TM) 1064nm High Power Laser for Raman Spectroscopy Applications Jun 17, 2009
The high power laser portfolio from New Focus offers narrow linewidth and long coherence length, which are crucial for industrial spectroscopic applications such as quality control, chemical analysis, and security. The high power laser is enabled by the GaAs (gallium arsenide) chips manufactured at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Zurich. (PR Newswire)
Initiative forms around e-beam direct write Feb 25, 2009
E-beam, prized for its tight linewidth control, has never demonstrated the run time necessary to make it practical. The spiraling cost of photomasks has been blamed largely for a decrease in overall chip design starts that has been occurring for several years. (EETimes)
