➀ Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has introduced the ACCK series, a new line of control knobs designed for seamless integration with their panel potentiometer portfolio. These knobs offer superior grip and are suitable for various applications including industrial, medical, and transportation sectors.

➁ Key features include a wide range of knob diameters, ergonomic design, and lateral screw fixing for secure attachment. Available in plastic (ABS) or metallic (aluminum) options, the knobs provide enhanced usability and customization.

➂ The ACCK series comes in different designs and sizes, with diameters from 10 mm to 35 mm, heights from 12 mm to 27 mm, and shaft diameters from 3 mm to 6.35 mm. Customers can select from multiple colors and custom shapes upon request. Samples and production quantities are now available with a standard lead time of 14 weeks.

➀ MICROTEST has introduced the VIP ULTRA tester, the latest addition to its VIP Extended product line, designed specifically for testing Wide Band Gap (WBG) devices made from Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN).

➁ The VIP ULTRA supports multiple configurations with voltage capabilities of 1.7kV or 4kV and current capacities up to 250A, offering high parallelism for testing high-power chips.

➂ This advanced tester is particularly effective for testing high-power chips at the silicon wafer level, ensuring functionality before chip dicing and integration, driven by increasing demands in automotive and industrial sectors.

➀ TSMC, founded in 1987, has become a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing.

➁ TSMC's 2nm process technology is set to enter mass production this year.

➂ Engineers at TSMC work in a highly specialized and continuous environment, facing various complex challenges.

➃ TSMC's corporate culture is influenced by Asian Confucianism, emphasizing discipline, professionalism, and respect for the elderly.

➄ TSMC has launched a 2025 campus recruitment plan to hire about 8,000 new employees.

➀ Ed向他的日记透露，执政不到一年的工党政府正在削减福利预算；

➁ 总理认为Ed是一个多面手，经常找他解决问题，Ed成了他的跑腿；

➂ 总理希望Ed帮助解决长期病假人员的问题，以减少福利预算开支，并避免政府形象受损。

➀ Yu Renrong, the founder and CEO of Weilai Electronics, sold 100 shares, signaling his intentions regarding Beijing Junzheng.

➁ Weilai Electronics reported impressive financial results in 2024, with revenue exceeding 25 billion yuan and a profit growth of over 2199.15%.

➂ Beijing Junzheng, a semiconductor design company, saw its revenue decline from over 5.2 billion yuan in 2021 to just over 4.5 billion yuan in 2023.

➀ The article discusses how 3D NAND flash memory is becoming essential for meeting the increasing data storage needs driven by AI. It highlights the shift from 2D to 3D NAND structures, which allow higher storage density through vertical stacking.

➁ Key players like Samsung, Western Digital, and SK Hynix are mentioned as leaders in 3D NAND technology. The article also explores innovations in cryogenic etching technology, which enhances etching capabilities and addresses scaling challenges.

➂ The global NAND flash memory market is expected to grow significantly, reaching $83 billion by 2036. Lam Research is noted as a market leader in 3D NAND dielectric etching, with advancements like the Lam Cryo™ 3.0 enabling more efficient and precise etching processes.

➀ Zero ASIC has launched PlatypusTM, the world's first open-standard eFPGA IP product;

➁ Platypus features 100% open and standardized FPGA architectures;

➂ It also includes 100% open source FPGA bitstream formats.

➀ Imec and Zeiss have signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement to advance semiconductor technology.

➁ The partnership focuses on High-NA-EUV lithography and other key semiconductor manufacturing technologies.

➂ Zeiss will support imec with research projects and lithography optics, enhancing imec's pilot line capabilities.

Strathclyde University has received £9 million from Innovate UK to pursue semiconductor packaging R&D.

The goal is to create an advanced packaging line for power electronic semiconductors that will reduce packaging times from months to days.

Global material shortages, limited manufacturing capacity, and a lack of innovation facilities have left the UK supply chain dependent on international markets for key components, leading to long delays.

➀ There has been a significant shift towards RISC-V architectures in SoC design;

➁ This article highlights the impact of this shift on the semiconductor industry;

➂ It discusses the role of RISC-V in fostering innovation and flexibility in technology development.

➀ Sofics, a leading provider of specialized I/O and on-chip electrostatic discharge (ESD) solutions, and Dolphin Semiconductor, a leader in semiconductor IP solutions with a focus on mixed signal IP design, have announced a strategic partnership.

➁ The partnership aims to enhance IC designs for customers in key sectors.

➂ The collaboration is set to strengthen the capabilities of both companies in the semiconductor industry.

➀ This article discusses a validated reference design for Gigabit Ethernet front-end solutions, which is essential for high-speed data transmission in various applications like industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.

➁ The design by Wurth Elektronik incorporates key components such as transformers, common-mode chokes, and capacitors to ensure signal integrity and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

➂ The reference design is adaptable for multiple applications and includes detailed schematics and layout guidelines to help engineers optimize their designs for signal integrity and thermal management.

➀ Softbank has acquired Ampere, an Arm-based server chip designer, for $6.5 billion.

➁ Ampere's technology originates from the Arm-based server processors of Applied Micro Circuit Corp (AMCC), which was acquired by MACOM in 2016.

➂ Softbank's acquisition of Ampere aligns with its mission to build AI chips and its recent purchase of Graphcore to enhance IC design expertise.

➀ MIT's CSAIL has developed Xstrings, a new 3D printing technique that simplifies the creation of cable-driven devices by embedding cables directly into 3D-printed structures, reducing production time by 40%.
➁ The system allows users to specify motion types such as bending, twisting, or coiling through a digital blueprint, enabling seamless design and fabrication in a single step.
➂ Demonstrated applications include robotic fingers, interactive sculptures, and gripping tentacles, showcasing potential in robotics, art, and wearable tech.

Thermo Fisher Scientific introduces the Thermo Scientific Vulcan™ Automated Lab, a cutting-edge solution designed for process development and control in semiconductor manufacturing.

The lab is designed to enhance productivity, increase yield, and reduce operating costs for semiconductor manufacturers by integrating robotic handling with AI-enhanced instruments.

The system also addresses the time-to-data gap in traditional TEM analysis methods by streamlining data collection processes.

➀ Silicon Catalyst, the world's only incubator dedicated to accelerating semiconductor solutions, has announced the 3rd Annual ‘Arm Silicon Startups Contest’;

➁ The contest is in partnership with Arm, known for its high-performance and energy-efficient computing platforms;

➂ Silicon Catalyst will organize and administer the contest, which is set to launch today.

➀ This article provides an overview of the top ten semiconductor companies in 2024, based on Gartner's data.

➁ The list includes the ranking, revenue, market share, and growth percentage compared to 2023.

➂ Notable companies like Samsung Electronics, Intel, NVIDIA, and Apple are highlighted.