ST semiconductor chips in an electric toothbrush
07 October, 2016STMicroelectronics has revealed its contributions to an intelligent toothbrush system from Oral-B, with the motion-sensing and control chip inside the toothbrush helping to develop healthier brushing habits.
STMicroelectronics TM8050H-8 surface-mount silicon controlled rectifier
22 September, 2016STMicroelectronics' 800 V surface-mount silicon controlled rectifiers (thyristors) are specified for operation at temperatures up to 150°C without derating, giving freedom to miniaturise power modules for applications that demand high reliability in harsh conditions.
Renesas announces acquisition
13 September, 2016Renesas Electronics has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Intersil Corporation, a provider of power management and precision analog solutions. Renesas will acquire Intersil for US$22.50 per share in cash, representing an aggregate equity value of approximately US$3.2 billion.
'Warm' superconductor crystal structure identified
02 September, 2016A research team has clarified the crystal structure of hydrogen sulfide in its superconducting phase at -70°C — a relatively high temperature for superconductors.
ROHM automotive-qualified products for automotive applications
05 July, 2016element14 has expanded its portfolio of automotive-qualified products with the addition of over 250 ROHM semiconductors. The ranges include LSI, diodes, transistors and power management solutions suitable for the different automotive application segments.
Doping electrons to a semiconductor with hydrazine creates electrocatalyst
24 June, 2016In the Matt Damon movie The Martian, Damon creates water from rocket fuel, hydrazine and hydrogen, nearly blowing himself up in the process. Now, researchers have discovered that turning this process on its head, by adding hydrazine to water, creates hydrogen. This changes conductivity in a semiconductor — a transformation with potential ramifications for electronics and the production of renewable fuels.
STMicroelectronics silicon-carbide power devices for hybrid and electric vehicles
24 May, 2016STMicroelectronics has announced high-efficiency power semiconductors for hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) with a timetable for qualification to the automotive quality standard AEC-Q101.
Renesas moves to transfer Tsuruoka factory to TDK
05 May, 2016Renesas Electronics has reached a definitive agreement with TDK on the transfer of Renesas Semiconductor Manufacturing's Tsuruoka factory to TDK. The two companies signed a basic agreement on the transfer in November 2015.
SEMICON Southeast Asia to explore the growing semiconductor market
13 April, 2016Participants in the electronics supply chain will convene at SEMICON Southeast Asia from 26–28 April to explore new opportunities and technology.
Building smaller computer chips with DNA 'origami'
23 March, 2016The key to faster, cheaper computer chips could be inside your brain — literally. Researchers are harnessing DNA and using techniques similar to origami to make nanoscale structures that could shrink component sizes.
Semiconductors remain export powerhouse for US
26 February, 2016 by Falan Yinug, Director, Industry Statistics and Economic PolicySemiconductors continue to be a massive export product for the United States, according to recently released government export statistics for 2015, fuelling US jobs, economic growth and innovation.
Smart living
08 January, 2016 by Xavier Baraton*The smart city is built on awareness and (some elements of) real-time control of all of the critical functions and infrastructure of the city. With smart systems in smart cities, we can do more with less.
Organic semiconductors get weird at the edges
07 October, 2015A new finding could lead to the next generation of cheaper, more efficient electronic devices.
BluGlass receives foundry order
23 September, 2015BluGlass, an Australian clean tech company in the semiconductor industry, has received an order for $300,000 of foundry development from one of its key specialised epitaxy (foundry) customers.
Boron-doping of graphene nanoribbons
31 August, 2015Researchers have succeeded in synthesising boron-doped graphene nanoribbons and characterising their structural, electronic and chemical properties.
