Recent #Fraunhofer IPMS news in the semiconductor industry

8 months ago
➀ The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) has developed a Universal Display Data Converter (UDDC) for seamless image data transfer to microdisplays. ➁ The UDDC converts various video interfaces to a standard for driving microdisplays and facilitates development in AR and VR. ➂ The system uses an FPGA and supports industry-standard video protocols, including MIPI D-PHY+DSI and SMPTE SDI.
ARElectrical engineeringFPGAFraunhofer IPMSMicrodisplayPhotonicsVR
9 months ago
➀ Fraunhofer IPMS, in collaboration with 24 German institutions and companies, is developing an integrated German quantum computer using superconducting quantum chips with improved error rates. ➁ The project aims to create a system with low error rates and high-quality qubits, leveraging advanced CMOS semiconductor manufacturing. ➂ A prototype with 10 qubits, integrated software, and cloud access is set to operate at Forschungszentrum Jülich, supported by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research.
Fraunhofer IPMSQuantum ComputerSuperconducting Quantum Chips
9 months ago
➀ The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) is collaborating with 24 German research institutions and companies to develop a fully German quantum computer using superconducting quantum chips with reduced error rates. ➁ A first demonstrator, halfway through the project, is now operational, featuring advanced CMOS semiconductor manufacturing expertise. ➂ The project, supported by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, aims to develop a system with next-generation superconducting circuits and very low error rates, positioning it as a global leader in quantum computing technology.
CMOSFraunhofer IPMSQuantum Computing
10 months ago
➀ Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) is expanding its collaboration with GlobalFoundries, focusing on innovative integrated memory concepts. ➁ The research projects aim to optimize magnetic, ferroelectric, and resistive embedded data storage, targeting scalable and energy-efficient solutions for IoT and automotive sectors. ➂ The projects are part of the 'Important Project of Common European Interest' (IPCEI) funded by Saxony and the federal government.
Fraunhofer IPMSGlobalfoundriessemiconductor
10 months ago
➀ Fraunhofer IPMS is expanding its long-term collaboration with GlobalFoundries to launch several research projects on innovative integrated storage concepts. ➁ The Center Nanoelectronic Technologies (CNT) at Fraunhofer IPMS is researching new processes and concepts for storage modules in GlobalFoundries' chip technologies. ➂ The projects are part of the Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) funded by Saxony and the Federal Government, aiming to develop scalable and energy-efficient storage solutions beneficial for IoT and automotive sectors.
Fraunhofer IPMSGlobalfoundriessemiconductor
10 months ago
➀ Researchers at Fraunhofer IPMS have significantly increased the transparency of OLED microdisplays, achieving a 45% transparency rate. ➁ The improved technology utilizes a silicon backplane and a monolithic organic frontplane integrated on the top metalization layer. ➂ The advancements are showcased at the IMID 2024 conference, highlighting applications in AR and complex optical systems.
ARFraunhofer IPMSMicrodisplayOLEDOptical TechnologyTransparency