Recent #technology innovation news in the semiconductor industry

3 months ago

➀ Wu Hanqi, Chairman of Zhongxin Heavy Industry, proposes suggestions to accelerate the development of domestic industrial operating systems and promote the nationalization of high-end industrial controllers.

➁ Wu suggests strengthening top-level design, forward-looking layout, and independent research and development of high-end industrial operating systems, with support for key enterprises including financial investment, tax incentives, national research and development projects, government procurement preferences, and encouraging the use of domestic chips and operating systems.

➂ Wu also indicates that through policy guidance, promote the application of domestic industrial operating systems in various scenarios such as mining, building materials, coal, metallurgy, new energy, and robotics, and encourage domestic chip and hardware manufacturers to prioritize compatibility with domestic operating systems.

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3 months ago

➀ In 2013, President Xi Jinping visited Wuhan's Optics Valley Exhibition Center, where he viewed innovative achievements in fiber optic communication, 3D printing, and biomass energy.

➁ In 2018, he visited the FiberHome Technology Group and Changjiang Fiber Optics, where he learned about the development of air-core fiber technology.

➂ In 2022, at Wuhan Huagong Laser Engineering Co., Ltd., he inspected the application of laser technology in the semiconductor industry.

➃ In 2024, at the Wuhan Institute of Industrial Innovation and Development, he watched the demonstration of innovative technology supply chain platforms and achievements.

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3 months ago

➀ Silead Technology completed its D round of financing led by Pulei Capital under CATL, followed by SMIC Investment.

➁ The funds will be used for talent introduction, product research and development, and commercialization.

➂ Silead Technology, founded in 2016, originates from the Institute of Automation of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and has MaPU architecture with independent intellectual property rights.

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4 months ago

➀ A European consortium initiates the DELYCIOUS research project to develop advanced diagnostic and monitoring tools for water electrolysers.

➁ The project aims to extend electrolyser lifespans and reduce operational costs in variable renewable energy sources.

➂ DELYCIOUS brings together leading institutions and industry players from five EU member states, focusing on three major electrolysis technologies.

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7 months ago

➀ Dongfeng Motor releases the high-performance automotive MCU chip DF30, filling a domestic gap;

➁ DF30 is the first chip in the industry based on the self-developed RISC-V multi-core architecture;

➂ DF30 is developed with domestic 40nm automotive process technology and has passed 295 rigorous tests;

➃ The chip is compatible with the domestic AutoSAR automotive software operating system and can be widely used in various fields such as power control, body and chassis, electronic information, and driving assistance.

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8 months ago
➀ Meta's Orion AR glasses use SiC lenses for advanced AR experiences; ➁ Indy Autonomous Challenge's SIM to REAL platform aims to speed up AI training for autonomous systems; ➂ Virginia Tech's clean room is reopened with state-of-the-art equipment for advanced research; ➃ ASU's SWAP Hub receives $7.8 million funding for secure processor development; ➄ Qualcomm completes the acquisition of Sequans's 4G IoT technology; ➅ Synopsys sells its Software Integrity Group to Clearlake Capital Group and Francisco Partners.
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9 months ago
➀ Intelsat plans to be the world's first operator to offer multi-orbit solutions for all business units by the first half of 2025; ➁ The new terminal strategy will enable multi-orbit managed-service solutions across various verticals; ➂ Intelsat has invested in Greenerwave for an innovative electronically-steerable antenna.
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9 months ago
➀ The 2024 Synopsys Developer Conference was successfully held in Shanghai, bringing together global technology leaders and chip developers to discuss how to accelerate innovation from chips to broader technology fields, and create a future of intelligent everything. ➁ Mr. Ge Qun, Senior Vice President of Synopsys Global and Chairman and President of Synopsys China, emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation, highlighting Synopsys' commitment to advancing technology and empowering the chip industry. ➂ Mr. Sassine Ghazi, President and CEO of Synopsys, emphasized the rapid development of cutting-edge technologies and the challenges faced by the semiconductor industry, while outlining Synopsys' solutions to address these challenges and drive innovation.
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9 months ago
➀ E芯 Semiconductor completes hundreds of millions of RMB in B-round financing, led by Hua Hai Jin Pu and Zhejiang Venture Capital, with multiple well-known investment institutions participating; ➁ The company focuses on front-end measurement technology, with products covering a wide range and leading in technology, supporting advanced wafer measurement needs; ➂ The founder, Dr. Zhang Xue Na, has a background in international semiconductor companies like KLA and Applied Materials, focusing on the development of semiconductor equipment for deposition, measurement, and inspection.
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9 months ago
➀ SD Express cards are finally starting to hit the market after years of delay; ➁ The new cards, including those from Samsung and Silicon Power, offer significantly faster read/write speeds than current models; ➂ However, these next-generation cards are primarily aimed at industrial and professional markets, not consumer markets; ➃ The lack of progress in traditional SD card technology has led to many consumer electronics products放弃 using SD cards; ➄ There is hope that high-performance SD cards may find a market in X86 handheld devices.
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9 months ago
A research team associated with UNIST has developed a wireless charging track system that provides continuous power to moving vehicles. The system uses a wired network to generate a robust magnetic field, allowing vehicles to move freely and eliminates the need for costly ferromagnetic materials. The team has developed algorithms to improve power transfer efficiency, up to 90%, and has conducted safety verifications in line with IEEE and ICNIRP standards.
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9 months ago
➀ Peng Zhihui, known as 'Zhihuijun' on Bilibili, co-founded Zhiyuan Robotics as CTO, aiming to commercialize humanoid robots. ➁ The company adopts a 'high-stakes, high-play' approach, developing multiple generations of robots and diversifying product lines within a short period. ➂ Zhiyuan Robotics has raised over 1.5 billion RMB in funding, valuing the company at 7 billion RMB, with investments from top-tier firms like Hillhouse, Sequoia, and Gaorong.
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9 months ago
➀ Huawei's upcoming triple-fold screen technology could revolutionize the mobile device market by introducing a new form factor that combines the efficiency of large screens with the portability of smaller devices. ➁ The evolution of foldable screens from simple to triple-fold designs represents a significant shift in how users interact with information, potentially leading to a 'display everything' era. ➂ Huawei's commitment to long-term innovation and its extensive experience in foldable technology position it as a leader in this new wave of mobile terminal evolution.
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