Recent #Siemens news in the semiconductor industry

6 days ago

➀ Siemens and Perforce discussed their collaboration on integrating IP lifecycle management (IPLM) with semiconductor tools, emphasizing software-defined products and system-level verification;

➁ The digital twin approach and metadata interoperability across EDA tools enable traceability from requirements to verification, critical for automotive and safety-critical systems;

➂ AI-powered tools and data lakes are leveraged to optimize verification efficiency and manage design decisions across hardware-software co-development.

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7 days ago

➀ Siemens and Perforce integrate digital twins with version control to streamline semiconductor design workflows;

➁ The partnership establishes traceable digital threads across chip design lifecycle using Siemens' virtual simulation and Perforce's data management;

➂ This collaboration addresses complex challenges in AI-driven chip architectures while targeting $1 trillion semiconductor market growth by 2030.

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2 months ago

➀ Siemens introduced generative and agentic AI capabilities across its EDA portfolio, enhancing semiconductor and PCB design tools including Aprisa, Calibre, and Solido.

➁ Aprisa AI improves productivity by 10x, speeds tapeout time by 3x, and boosts PPA metrics by 10%, while Calibre Vision AI halves violation resolution time with intelligent clustering.

➂ The AI system offers open, customizable workflows with multi-LLM support, prioritizing data control for users, and is now available for early access across Siemens' EDA tools.

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3 months ago

➀ The MEGA project, a 1983 collaboration between Philips and Siemens, aimed to advance Europe's semiconductor industry by developing a Megabit DRAM to compete with US and Japanese rivals.

➁ Jurgen Knorr of Siemens emphasized the necessity of mass production and cost-effectiveness for competitiveness, highlighting Europe's historical lag in adopting standardized, high-volume manufacturing strategies.

➂ The article critiques Europe's neglect of these principles, leading to challenges from Chinese semiconductor firms offering mature, cost-effective technologies.

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3 months ago

➀ Siemens Digital Industries Software announces acquisition of Excellicon, a specialist in timing constraints software for chip design;

➁ The deal aims to enhance power, performance, and area (PPA) optimization in Siemens' EDA tools, accelerate design closure, and improve workflow efficiency;

➂ Excellicon's timing constraint management technology will integrate with Siemens' Questa, Tessent, and other platforms to strengthen verification and implementation processes.

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4 months ago

➀ Siemens and Intel Foundry certify Calibre nmPlatform and Solido tools for Intel 18A PDK, enabling early design work and IP development;

➁ A reference workflow for EMIB-T and EMIB technologies using Siemens' 3D IC tools is established, supporting design exploration;

➂ Siemens joins the Intel Foundry Accelerator Chiplet Alliance to advance multi-die interconnect solutions.

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5 months ago

➀ Siemens Digital Industries Software has acquired DownStream Technologies, a provider of manufacturing data preparation tools for PCB design.

➁ The acquisition aims to expand Siemens' presence in the small and medium-sized business (SMB) market.

➂ DownStream Technologies' CAM350 suite of tools allows customers to verify and automatically prepare PCB design data for fabrication, reducing errors and streamlining the transition from design to production.

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7 months ago

➀ Siemens Digital Industries Software has introduced an automated and certified workflow for TSMC's InFO packaging technology.

➁ The workflow is driven by Innovator3D IC and includes Xpedition Package Designer software, HyperLynx DRC, and Calibre nmDRC technologies.

➂ Siemens Digital's svp AJ Incorvaia highlights the expansion of design avenues for customers.

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7 months ago

➀ Siemens Digital Industries Software announces an exclusive OEM agreement with Alphaw Semi to market its high-speed interconnect silicon IP product portfolio through its sales channels.

➁ The agreement includes Alphawave Semi's leading IP platform for connectivity and memory protocols such as Ethernet, PCIe, CXL, HBM, and UCIeDie-to-Die).

➂ The collaboration will provide comprehensive Spec to Silicon Solutions by leveraging the combined capabilities and strengths of both companies.

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8 months ago
➀ Hamza Farah, a recent graduate from the University of Manchester, joins Siemens as a Graduate Signalling Engineer. He highlights his work in STEM outreach and industrial placement experience at CSA Catapult. His projects included software implementation for VCSEL devices and research on energy-efficient networks. Hamza also achieved academic excellence and UKESF scholar status. ➁ In his community work, he mentors young engineers and participates in STEM outreach activities. Siemens supports these efforts and encourages mentoring within the company and for aspiring STEM students. ➂ Hamza's contributions to STEM education and his role in promoting engineering careers are celebrated.
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8 months ago
➀ Siemens for Startups is a program designed to empower early-stage engineering and manufacturing startups by accelerating innovation and streamlining development processes. ➁ The program includes three pillars: Connect, Collaborate, and Empower, aiming to provide startups with access to global markets, advanced capabilities, and essential software tools. ➃ Siemens partners with AWS to enhance the program, offering startups advanced software, generative AI, and cloud services, enabling them to bring their ideas to life quickly and drive industry transformation.
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6 months ago

➀ Siemens EDA在AI方面的深度,包括1400名AI专家和近4000项专利;

➁ 随着芯片复杂性的增加,行业预计到本世纪末将短缺27,000名专家设计师;

➂ Siemens利用三种类型的AI在验证领域:基于无监督学习的分析型AI、基于机器学习和统计分析的预测型AI,以及基于大型语言模型的生成/代理支持型AI。

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6 months ago

➀ This article discusses the challenges of physical design verification for custom and analog/mixed-signal IC designs.

➁ It introduces Siemens' Calibre Pattern Matching tool for early-stage physical verification.

➂ The tool allows for interactive symmetry checking and early IP placement verification, reducing design time and improving quality.

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10 months ago
➀ Siemens has introduced a new In-System Test Controller, the ISTC, to enable deterministic in-system testing with the Tessent Streaming Scan Network software. ➁ The ISTC supports all Tessent MissionMode features and can target specific cell-internal and aging defects. ➂ The new product addresses challenges in safety and security, as well as quality in networking and data centers.
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about 1 year ago
1. Siemens has donated to create a tenured professor chair at the University of Saskatchewan to foster local talent in electronic design automation (EDA). 2. The chair will focus on advancing EDA research and teaching, benefiting the next generation of electronic device development. 3. Applications are open for the Siemens EDA Chair in Electronic Design Automation, aiming to establish a research program and engage with local industry.
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