Recent years have shown rapid growth in electronic modules, revealing them as engineering go-to solutions for the development of various electronic devices and systems. The primary advantages of electronic modules include a high level of functional integration, flexibility, and ease of use, allowing for rapid engineering prototype design and testing.In using available electronic modules, engineers can focus more on system integration and application development without requiring excessive time investment in basic circuit design. Additionally, the standardized interfaces and modular design utilized in electronic modules permit simplified and more efficient system maintenance and upgrades.Best Modules Driving Electronic Module Innovation - Opening New Smart Application Perspectives; Credit: Best ModulesDiverse applications of solution modulesTo meet the market demand for efficient development solutions, Best Modules is committed to the development of a wide range of module solutions for various applications. These are categorized into four main types:(1) Input modules: These include touch and proximity sensors, known for their excellent stability, adjustable sensitivity, and ability to learn the sensing distance. These features combine to enable the rapid reception of external signals and data.(2) Sensor modules: These are used to measure environmental parameters and convert them into digital signals. The product range includes temperature and humidity sensors, smart homes, security devices, and health measurements.(3) Output modules: These include music playback, LED lighting effect demonstrations, atomizers, and wireless charging modules. The atomizer module, for example, is versatile and applicable for use in humidifiers, aroma diffusers, and even in areas such as art and agriculture.(4) Wireless communication modules: These modules offer low-power consumption Sub-1GHz, 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC modules. Here, users can choose the most suitable product for their specific application requirements based on application scenarios, transmission distance, and other requirements.Best Modules' solution modules, known for their high stability and consistency, are supplied with comprehensive technical documentation, making them ideal for volume production. These modules are already in use in various application fields, including consumer electronics, industrial automation, Internet of Things, and smart home applications. All products are rigorously tested, quality-controlled, and calibrated before shipment, which ensures their reliable performance, even in harsh environments.The rise of technological industries in Southeast Asia has generated a significant increasing demand for Best Modules' electronic modules in this region. The increasing demand for inquiries and development is particularly evident for health measurement modules and RF wireless communication modules in countries such as India and Vietnam.Innovative modules driving electronic trendsIn response to the increasing maker movement, Best Modules has also developed Arduino-compatible development boards, the BMduino-UNO and BMduino Nano, along with a series of modules for the BMduino ecosystem. By using the BMduino-UNO or BMduino Nano development boards and a simple 5-pin connector, users can connect a range of products and accessories without the need for soldering, making it much easier to implement innovative ideas. This has provided an efficient and economical solution for makers, students, and engineers.Best Modules will be participating in international electronic exhibitions this year, including "Electronica India 2024" in Delhi, India, from September 18-20 and "Electronica Munich 2024" in Munich, Germany, from November 12-15. At these exhibitions, Best Modules will be showcasing their latest electronic module products and solutions, allowing users around the world to experience these products firsthand and engage in in-depth discussions with our team. All are welcome to join us and explore together the boundless possibilities of our electronic modules.Best Modules offers a wide range of high-quality electronic modules and provides their customers with comprehensive technical services to meet their diverse customer needs, including services for customized modules. Backed up by its experienced technology team, Best Modules offers a full range of services from design and development through to technical assistance.With its continuous innovation and product optimization, Best Modules is committed to helping customers achieve their business goals and obtain market success. For any module development needs, please contact Best Modules at service@bestmodulescorp.com.Best Modules also offers a wealth of product resources. Please scan the QR code link to get detailed information.

iCatch Technology, a leading AI image processing IC design company, is excited to announce its participation in the SEMICON Taiwan 2024 Exhibition, taking place from September 4-6, at Nangang TaiNEX Hall 2, 1F, Smart Mobility Pavilion.At the exhibition, iCatch will showcase Privacy Masking Solutions for GDPR-compliant dashcams powered by the CR5 Automotive AI Vision SoC. The company will also conduct two key sessions on the Smart Mobility Pavilion Stage, offering insights into emerging automotive imaging technologies.A standout feature of the CR5 is its advanced privacy masking capabilities, including face and license plate blurring, designed to comply with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This regulation mandates the protection of personal data, such as facial images and license plates captured by dashcams, before storage, use, or sharing.The CR5's secure engine can automatically encrypt original video streams when the driver accesses the recordings. Only authorized OEMs and law enforcement can decrypt this data, ensuring GDPR compliance while maintaining data integrity.The CR5 AI Vision SoC, designed for automotive applications, integrates ThetaEye AI ISP Gen 8 for efficient noise reduction and superior low-light imaging. It supports up to 8 cameras with 120dB High Dynamic Range (HDR) and Local Tone Mapping, delivering a total resolution of 4K60.The SoC features a 1.5 TOPS AI Neural Processor Unit (NPU) for robust AI processing, and a low-power Smart H.265 codec. It also includes an audio DSP with 3A algorithms, USB3.2 Gen 1 and SDIO 3.0 interfaces, enhanced memory bandwidth with LPDDR4 support, and a secure engine that supports AES encryption standards, ensuring robust data protection.Weber Hsu, General Manager of iCatch Technology, comments, "iCatch Technology's commitment to the Automotive Imaging OE market underscores our focus on innovation and expanding our impact. We are enthusiastic about future opportunities and dedicated to leveraging our existing SoC powered by ThetaEye AI ISP. By incorporating ThetaEye AI ISP IP into a composable VPU platform, we offer customized SoC design services tailored to meet specific client needs."iCatch Technology has made significant strides in the OEM dashcam market, with mass production scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2024, showing our commitment to the automotive vision sector. Interested parties are encouraged to connect with iCatch Technology. For inquiries, please contact our sales representatives at https://www.icatchtek.com/Requests.

Many consumers find it difficult to navigate through today's flourishing e-commerce landscape and have trouble comparing prices across shopping websites. BigGo's price comparison search engine allows users to quickly find and compare over 3 billion price listings and discounts, delivering best-of-breed, high-performance, and valuable shopping assistant services that help consumers easily compare offerings across major e-commerce platforms and make smart purchase decisions. According to BigGo CEO Dewei Yen, BigGo's intelligent search capabilities enable a diversity of applications to help both B2C and B2B service operators deliver premium user experience end to end.Yen founded BigGo in 2016, when Taiwan's e-commerce landscape underwent significant changes with foreign e-commerce operators expanding into Taiwan one after another. At that time, consumers had to switch between different online shopping platforms to compare prices. Yen developed a price comparison system for his own use when shopping for his family.Seeing how his system could also make online shopping more efficient for other consumers and this could be a good business opportunity, Yen decided to commercialize it by launching the BigGo price comparison website. Online price comparison was exactly what Taiwan's e-commerce market needed at the time so BigGo was enthusiastically embraced. Its single-month active users exceeded one million within just one year after launch. Leveraging comprehensive price comparison services, BigGo expands its footprintYen noted that BigGo is much more than a price comparison website. It is an all-encompassing shopping assistant offering cross-platform price comparisons, BIRSE image search, social media comment checks, price monitoring, and product description generators. For price comparison, users can quickly compare prices of goods on major e-commerce platforms, whether it's B2C or C2C. Its image search engine is based on advanced technologies similar to LLM-based AI systems.Instead of simply comparing images by colors and shapes, BigGo's image search engine accurately captures the images' content and style so it is particularly good at conducting searches for merchandise not easily described in words. Furthermore, BigGo incorporates searches for social media posts and short videos so that users can check unboxing videos before they decide to place an order. With these features, BigGo services cover the entire shopping process from start to finish.It was found that users generally compare prices on BigGo five minutes before they decide to make a purchase, added Yen. BigGo hopes to expand its footprint and play a more vital role in users' shopping process, starting with initial information gathering, mid-stage price comparison, and final purchase decision-making. On BigGo, users can search for goods using texts or images, check social media posts, compare prices and discounts across different platforms, and finally go to the platform of his or her choice to complete the transaction.As to the business model, BigGo generates revenue from advertisements and commissions. For example, it gets paid for the Google AdSense banners on its website. It also gets paid by e-commerce operators when consumers directed from BigGo make a purchase on their platform.Apart from the two revenue sources, BigGo continues to actively expand its service offerings. In 2021, it began to develop price monitoring services that help e-commerce operators keep an eye on their prices against those of their competitors. With such services, e-commerce operators can stay aware of market changes and remain agile with their pricing strategies.Boasting comprehensive services, BigGo enjoys an 80% share of Taiwan's price comparison website market. It is also making active efforts toward overseas expansion with a focus on Southeast Asia. It is the No.1 price comparison website in Thailand and Indonesia while operating online services in the US and Japan.According to Yen, built on a uniform platform design, BigGo provides services in different languages to meet local market needs. Among the world's very few cross-border price comparison websites, BigGo will endeavor to provide even more comprehensive services.BigGo home page and short video interface. Credit: BigGoA positive startup environment nurtures BigGo while TTA and Orbit Startups provide valuable supportYen thinks the support from Orbit Startups and TTA plays an instrumental role in driving the successful commercialization of his search engine and helping BigGo gain a foothold in the fiercely competitive market. Orbit Startups' Lifetime Program is aimed at not only initial-stage funding but also long-term partnerships. Orbit Startups keeps watching BigGo's progress and helps find business opportunities whenever BigGo introduces new services.TTA gave BigGo assistance when it was first established. For example, TTA offered a promotional platform for business partnerships, a venue for BigGo to hold product/service launch events, the use of office space, and especially opportunities to participate in all types of events and presentations. These have greatly benefited BigGo and other online service providers.In sum, Yen thinks Taiwan's startup scene is developing in a positive cycle. He hopes that industry-government-academia collaborations will continue to improve Taiwan's startup environment and invigorate Taiwan's e-commerce and technology development.Going forward, BigGo will continue to endeavor toward big data analytics and machine learning algorithms and strengthen its leadership in the price comparison website as well as e-commerce markets. It will stay committed to creating more intelligent and convenient shopping experiences for consumers.

Electroninks, the leader in metal-organic decomposition (MOD) inks for additive manufacturing and advanced semiconductor packaging, today announced the launch of the company's advanced conductive copper ink line.The new copper ink extends Electroninks' global-leading portfolio of metal complex inks while providing further manufacturing flexibility and lower total ownership costs to customers. Electroninks will showcase the new copper ink line at booth Q5152 in Hall 1 of SEMICON Taiwan on September 4-6, 2024.A high-demand application for the new copper ink is seed layer printing for fine-line metallization and RDL formation in combination with the company's proprietary iSAP™ process. For this application, Electroninks copper ink effectively displaces industry use of electroless (e-less) copper plating and physical vapor deposition (PVD) tie layers while achieving a significant increase in manufacturing throughput and a vast reduction in ESG footprint.Compared to legacy methods (PVD and e-less), ink-based additive printing uses a fraction of the water and energy, factory footprint, and CAPEX. This provides customers with the lowest total cost of ownership and the highest ROI on the market.The copper inks are deposited by spray coating, screen printing, inkjet, spin-on, and other conventional printing methods. Beyond the seed layer application, Electroninks is working with customers on a multitude of applications, including advanced packaging, serving a diversity of markets. "These copper inks bolster Electroninks' strong and diverse MOD ink product portfolio and deliver best-in-class ESG and cost savings to customers," stated Brett Walker, CEO and co-founder of Electroninks."MOD inks, which have been on the market from Electroninks for a few years now, provide unique properties that are well suited for today's semiconductor wafer and module-based packages requiring high-performance thermal and power management," stated Jim Haley, Vice President of Marketing, IMAPS Executive Council. "By introducing a copper-based MOD product, markets and customers are generally more supportive, as copper is a standard in electronic design for many use cases. While silver, gold, and other MOD inks will continue to serve this market, we welcome copper MOD inks to address key needs in advanced packaging."Electroninks offers a range of copper ink grades to address customer demand for adhesion to various substrates, including glass, silicon, and EMC. These inks are compatible with multiple printing techniques and can be cured at low temperatures for short times – as low as 140C in 5 minutes under nitrogen or ambient conditions.

Driver behavior management is a key part of logistics company operation. Unsafe driver behavior not only threatens road safety but also damages the company's reputation, and worse yet, it might incur large legal expenses.OmniEyes provides a total, flexible, and cost-effective fleet management solution built on Edge AI technologies to help logistics companies create a next-generation fleet system by optimizing their resource allocation and intelligently raising their management efficiency.OmniEyes was founded in 2019 by Chun-Ting Chou, Ai-Chun Pang, and Shou-De Lin, three professors at the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, National Taiwan University. The startup was established with the support of a project jointly promoted by the Ministry of Education and the National Science and Technology Council to encourage scholars to commercialize their research achievements and vitalize Taiwan's startup scene.According to CEO Chun-Ting Chou, OmniEyes was founded to use AI-based image recognition for real-time analyses of images captured by dashboard cameras. The team then progressed to focusing on commercial fleet management solutions built on Edge AI technologies for instant detection of driver misconduct such as running a red light and parking illegally to help fleet owners stay on top of driver behavior management.MyFleet Web Portal featuring an interactive driver-coaching platform. Photo: OmniEyesBoasting software and hardware strengths, MyFleet enables three fleet management advantagesBuilt on both software and hardware strengths, OmniEyes' fleet management solution MyFleet runs on an AI Box PC, featuring a Qualcomm chipset, LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth communication modules, and Android OS. The device supports front and rear cameras and a variety of sensors to deliver all-round monitoring capabilities.In terms of software features, MyFleet is equipped with OmniEyes' in-house developed AI image recognition system that processes video data at the edge in real-time and then sends the event-triggered information to the cloud platform for users to access through a web browser.Chou noted that OmniEyes' MyFleet enables three major advantages. First, by detecting images of driver behavior and vehicle surroundings, reminding the driver to stop before passing through an intersection, and alerting the driver of a red light ahead, the solution provides not only warnings beforehand but also analytics afterward. Fleet owners have access to complete data, allowing them to enhance fleet management efficiency and performance.Second, by equipping the in-vehicle device with Edge AI image processing capabilities, MyFleet significantly reduces data transmission costs. Third, built with a software-centric design, MyFleet supports Over-The-Air (OTA) updates and upgrades, thereby reducing the need for hardware replacements. Furthermore, OmniEyes also provides customized design services to help fleet owners create a fleet management platform suited to their requirements.MyFleet is available in two business models. Customers can make a one-time purchase of the AI box and then pay a monthly fee for using the SaaS MyFleet web portal. Alternatively, they can pay a monthly fee for the use of the hardware and software. Customers have the flexibility to choose a model based on their capex and opex.OmniEyes' solutions have been adopted by well-known third-party logistics companies such as Taiwan Pelican Express and Ally Transport, first-party logistics such as Youbike (Giant Group) as well as taxi and rehabilitation bus fleets to optimize their management efficiency. Customer feedback indicates a 75% reduction in traffic accidents and a 70% reduction in traffic tickets and liability expenses since their adoption of MyFleet. This proves that not only does MyFleet improve fleet management efficiency but it also effectively lowers operation risks, bringing substantial benefits to logistics companies and commercial fleets.In terms of overseas expansion, OmniEyes has made significant progress thanks to its differentiation strategies. Its MyFleet platform has been adopted by the India branch of an international logistics fleet for its fleet of 370 trucks. Validation projects with potential customers in Japan and the U.S. are underway. OmniEyes expects definite results in the near future.A positive startup environment nurtures OmniEyes while TTA boosts its visibilityFor the successful real-world applications of OmniEyes' technologies, Chou gave thanks to the OmniEyes team for their effort. He also identified Taiwan's growingly complete startup environment and TTA's support as key contributing factors. Taiwan has an increasing number of startup accelerators and incubators that guide startup founders on everything including business operation, customer development, fundraising, and organization management.The startups also form an ecosystem where they share experiences and learn from one another. With TTA's support, OmniEyes can increase the visibility of its technologies and products and reach out to more potential investors and customers. Chou emphasized that the increased visibility is critical to the company's early-stage growth. He concluded by noting that Taiwan's startup scene is developing in a positive cycle. He hopes that industry-government-academia collaborations will continue to improve Taiwan's startup environment and invigorate Taiwan's economy.

Chenbro (TWSE: 8210), a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of own-brand rackmount systems, is thrilled to unveil the SR215 tower server chassis, meticulously designed to meet diverse market needs in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and data processing. With the product launch of SR215, Chenbro has completed its SR series of AI tower server enclosures, including the SR113 and SR115, and is now fully equipped to address evolving customer and market demands.Global AI Server Demand SurgesWith the growing demand for AI workstations, applications such as data science, rendering, and visual design have become indispensable for AI servers. These applications encompass developing AI/ML models, 3D simulation, advanced visual development, rendering, data science, professional visualization, and high-quality video streaming. In response to these trends, Chenbro's 4U AI server chassis product portfolio offers developers and small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) enhanced computing capabilities through IT architecture designed to handle extensive datasets efficiently.Chenbro's first 4U rackable tower server chassis, the SR113, was introduced in 2021 to address the needs of AI and machine learning applications with its powerful multi-GPGPU and storage configurations. It supports up to five double-width GPGPU cards, making it ideal for high-performance computing tasks. Following this, the SR115 and SR115LCooling solutions were launched, expanding Chenbro's 4U rackable tower server lineup to cater to a range of needs from general AI workloads to high-performance data processing, with enhanced cooling options.Now, Chenbro introduces the SR215 pedestal server enclosure, a cost-effective tower server chassis designed for workstations and small enterprise environments. The SR215 offers flexible storage configurations and comprehensive security features, making it a versatile solution for various IT needs. All of Chenbro's AI tower server chassis, including the SR215, support the SK628 2.5" NVMe hot-swap storage kit for expanded storage options. Additionally, Chenbro provides various hot-swap backplane solutions supporting Gen3 NVMe, SAS-SATA, and Gen5 NVMe.The entry-level workstation of AI servers: SR215 tower server chassis The SR215 is a versatile 20" short-depth tower server chassis designed to be a cost-effective yet capable solution for various applications, from enterprise to edge AI deployments. It supports mATX and ATX motherboards and offers options for a 1200W ATX PSU or an 800W 1+1 CRPS. The SR215 includes two replaceable 5.25" drive bays, one 3.5" drive bay, and cooling solutions featuring two 8025 fans at the rear and two 8038 fans at the front, ensuring optimal thermal performance across various configurations.Aligned with the SR113 and SR115 design, the SR215 incorporates comprehensive security features, including key locks, intrusion switches, and Kensington security slots, to safeguard IT assets. This chassis suits SMBs and enterprises seeking a reliable and adaptable IT solution.The mainstream option of AI servers: SR115 rackable tower server chassisThe SR115 is designed as a general-purpose workstation chassis, catering to a wide range of workload demands from low to high, making it ideal for small-to-mid-size enterprises. It supports EEB, ATX, and mATX motherboards and offers options for a single ATX PSU and redundant CRPS. The SR115 features eight PCIe slots, accommodating double-width GPU cards, and provides flexible storage solutions with internal and external 2.5" and 3.5" drive bays, ensuring high storage capacity for data-intensive and AI applications.The SR115LCooling variant includes a liquid cooling system that manages high-end GPUs within a tower form factor. An optional 12cm liquid cooling module enhances the CPU's thermal management, improving performance.SR113 and SR115 offer versatile deployment options, including rackmount and pedestal designs. This flexibility ensures that the SR115 is suitable not only for SMEs and developers with immediate needs but also for medium-to-large enterprises requiring future scalability. Its adaptable design facilitates easy installation in data centers or IDC server rooms without wasting valuable cabinet space.The top choice of AI servers: SR113 rackable tower server chassis The SR113 is an excellent choice for AI and machine learning applications, accommodating up to five double-width GPGPU cards. It supports CRPS and ATX PSUs (EEB SKU), making it ideal for deep learning tasks requiring substantial computing power.The SR113 is renowned for its exceptional flexibility and compatibility, featuring proprietary motherboard support with an 11-slot SKU for up to five GPGPU cards. For users employing standard ATX motherboards, the chassis can also support four GPGPU cards. Additionally, it supports SSI EEB motherboards and allows for installing up to eight full-height PCIe expansion cards.To ensure stable operation, the SR113 is equipped with four hot-swap fans located centrally, with optional additional fans providing enhanced cooling for maximum expansion card configurations. This design supports optimal system thermal performance across various setups. The chassis also features two 5.25" media bays, one 3.5" drive bay, and options for two 4-bay 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA drives and an optional eight 2.5" SAS/SATA drives, offering significant configuration flexibility.Powering the scale of artificial intelligenceChenbro's 4U AI tower server chassis product line offers diverse solutions for enterprises engaged in HPC/AI training, deep learning, machine learning, 3D simulation and animation, scientific analysis, and big data environments. Chenbro's comprehensive Reference Motherboard Program ensures broad motherboard compatibility. Please get in touch with Chenbro's regional sales team or your local channel partner for business inquiries. For more information, please visit http://www.chenbro.com.

Presentation at SEMICON Taiwan 2024 demonstrates how materials impact sustainability, artificial intelligence (AI), and high-performance computing (HPC).Taipei, Taiwan – August 28, 2024 – Brewer Science, Inc., a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative materials for micro- and optoelectronics, shares its expertise on the impact materials have on sustainable lithography processes. Additionally, Brewer Science presents the role innovative materials have in the critical advanced packaging markets, including artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing. Brewer Science's presentations and exhibition will be at SEMICON Taiwan, from September 4 - 6, 2024.Material Efforts Towards Sustainable ProcessesDr. Douglas Guerrero, Brewer Science's Senior Technologist, presents "Material Efforts Towards Sustainable Processes" addressing the industry's most critical questions when it comes to balancing technology innovation with environmental stewardship, including:How can the semiconductor industry enhance sustainability while meeting growing consumer demands for eco-friendly practices? What innovative solutions are available to reduce energy consumption in EUV lithography processes? Can transitioning from thermal baking to UV curing improve energy efficiency and lithographic performance? What are the benefits of optical crosslinking in semiconductor manufacturing, and how does it optimize material design, process efficiency, and tool throughput?With 30 years of R&D experience in patterning materials and processes, over 20 patents, and 60 publications, Dr. Guerrero combines material expertise and industry leadership to present how sustainable processes can lead to energy savings, while improving tool throughput and maintaining lithographic performance. Attend Dr. Guerrero's presentation on September 6 at 2:20 pm in 401, 4F at SEMICON Taiwan, as part of the IC Forum - Advanced Chip Technology and Manufacturing.The Role of Cutting-edge Materials in Advanced Packaging in AI and High-Performance ComputingMr. Alexander Smith, Brewer Science's Executive Director of the Semiconductor Materials Business Unit, presents "The Role of Cutting-edge Materials in Advanced Packaging in AI and High-Performance Computing," providing an insightful review of the challenges and advancements in packaging materials enabling more efficient and cost-effective flows. Mr. Smith will highlight chemical properties and customizable structures that will offer the most innovative solutions to pressing industry challenges. Attend Mr. Smith's presentation on September 6 at 12:00 pm in 701GH, 7F at SEMICON Taiwan, a part of the Heterogeneous Integration Global Summit 2024 – Day 3.Explore New Innovations in Advanced Packaging at Booth I2116Throughout the events, Brewer Science's experts will be stationed at booth I2116 in the SEMICON Taiwan Exhibit Hall and available for discussions on how Brewer Science's materials assist with advanced-node patterning and wafer thinning. A list of Brewer Science's PFAS-Free Materials is also available.Wednesday, September 4: 10:00 am–5:00 pm Thursday, September 5: 10:00 am–5:00 pm Friday, September 6: 10:00 am–4:00 pmFor those unable to attend, Brewer Science extends an open invitation to explore its Packaging Solutions and Advanced Lithography webpages. You can also request datasheets or schedule expert-led consultations on Brewer Science's website. www.brewerscience.com.About Brewer ScienceBrewer Science is a global leader in developing and manufacturing next-generation materials and processes that foster the technology needed for tomorrow. Since 1981, we've expanded our technology portfolio within advanced lithography, advanced packaging, smart devices, and printed electronics to enable cutting-edge microdevices and unique quality monitoring systems for water and air applications. We are Certified Employee-Owned and a Certified B Corporation™, using our business as a force for good. Our headquarters are in Rolla, Missouri, with customer support throughout the world. Learn more at www.brewerscience.com.Company Contact Information:Nathan AyresTel: (US) +1.573.364.0300, ext. 1923Email: nayres@brewerscience.comView this announcement on our website.

Global leading single-crystal diamond technology enters the CMP process application marketTaiwan - As the semiconductor industry continues to advance, the demand for precision processing becomes increasingly critical.Dr. Song, a global leader in the development of semiconductor process consumables, recently announced the launch of a revolutionary product—a new generation of single-crystal diamond disks. This product is poised to transform the technical standards of Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) processes. The new generation of diamond disks surpasses existing products in performance and marks the first global application of single-crystal diamond technology in CMP process consumables, heralding a new chapter in CMP technology.Technical breakthrough: Single-crystal diamond laser-cut pyramid tipsThe birth of the new generation of single-crystal diamond disks is attributed to cutting-edge single-crystal diamond manufacturing technology. Traditional CMP consumable products largely rely on polycrystalline synthetic diamonds.However, the newly launched single-crystal diamond disk achieves an extreme pyramid tip structure through precise laser-cutting technology. This structure not only enhances the disk's durability and wear resistance but also provides more stable cutting forces during processing, significantly improving the accuracy and efficiency of the CMP process.The single-crystal diamond laser-cutting technology is key to this breakthrough. This technology ensures that the height, angle, and spacing characteristics of each diamond apex are entirely stable and controllable. Additionally, it allows for customized design and manufacturing according to specific customer requirements, providing optimal solutions for various CMP processes.Customized design and manufacturing to meet diverse process needsThe new generation of single-crystal diamond disks excels in standardized products and offers a high degree of customization in design and manufacturing. This product can be tailored and optimized for various CMP process needs, ensuring that every process step achieves optimal results. This highly flexible design capability enhances the product's market adaptability and provides more options for enterprises of different scales.Currently, the new generation of single-crystal diamond disks has entered the trial phase with several semiconductor process manufacturers. The disks exhibit high precision and stability in grinding effects, based on characteristics such as apex height, angle, and spacing uniformity, and have received initial positive feedback. In the future, this product is expected to be further promoted in the global semiconductor process application market, providing strong support for technological upgrades in the global semiconductor industry.( https://www.morglory.com.tw/en/homepage.php )Morglory launches new single-crystal diamond disks. Credit: Morglory

In a significant leap forward for semiconductor manufacturing, ifm, a global leader in sensor technology, exhibited a comprehensive suite of smart sensing solutions at SEMICON Taiwan 2024. These innovations underscore ifm's formidable expertise in enhancing productivity and optimizing quality in semiconductor processes.According to Wan-Rou Ma, Key Industry Sales Manager at ifm, the showcased solutions including a digital chemical supply system, equipment condition monitoring, assembly inspection applications, and cooling solutions, mark a shift from isolated monitoring to holistic smart management. Leveraging IO-Link technology, AI-driven predictive maintenance, and cutting-edge cooling fluid quality monitoring, ifm is enabling semiconductor manufacturers worldwide to realize their smart manufacturing ambitions.The products featured this year are all equipped with IO-Link capabilities, offering enriched system diagnostics that streamline configuration and maintenance while enhancing data transmission reliability and flexibility. One of the highlights includes the Auto Teach feature within the digital chemical systems, enabling batch configuration of capacitive sensors with a single click, significantly reducing human error and enhancing fab efficiency.Moreover, ifm's non-contact continuous level monitoring technology uses capacitive sensing to detect levels through non-metallic container walls, ensuring sensor longevity by avoiding direct contact with corrosive acids or bases. This not only extends sensor life but also preserves the purity of chemicals.In terms of semiconductor back-end packaging and testing, ifm's solutions focus on two main applications: all-in-one vision systems and wafer inspection. For all-in-one vision systems, the O2I series multi-code reader features 1D and 2D barcode reading, character recognition, and font identification. It maintains high recognition stability in complex environments such as metal interference, external light sources, or reflective surfaces, significantly improving production line efficiency and accuracy.For wafer placement inspection, the O2U5 series dual-function vision sensor accurately detects wafer tilt in narrow, low-light environments, effectively preventing wafer misalignment caused by lift pin operation anomalies. ifm application engineer Chien-chung Chen mentioned that this system can simultaneously inspect the surface and contour of the object under test, perform quality checks, and track wafer position in real time, enhancing process stability and yield. This brings multiple values to semiconductor customers, including increased production efficiency, enhanced quality control, and reduced loss rates.Regarding the recent industry-focused server cooling applications, ifm showcased a complete solution including flow, temperature, pressure, and level. Semiconductor industry and Northern Region application engineer Chi-yang Shih stated that the company's solution is optimized for commonly used fluorinated liquids and mineral oils, ensuring high accuracy and stability. Its features include monitoring the basic state of the coolant and detecting water content and impurities in the oil, providing in-depth analysis of coolant quality.All ifm products come with a five-year global warranty, which is particularly important for liquid cooling systems with high maintenance costs and long downtime. Additionally, as a major sensor manufacturer, ifm's global service support can act as a customer backup, providing immediate, local technical support worldwide.SEMICON Taiwan 2024 provided a platform for ifm to not only display these solutions but also to engage with industry professionals through expert-led sessions. These sessions highlighted ifm's innovative IIoT platform features, which facilitate easy monitoring of equipment conditions and predict future trends, further solidifying ifm's role as a key player in pushing the boundaries of semiconductor manufacturing.ifm Managing Director Chien-hung Liu articulated the company's integral role in the semiconductor industry, emphasizing its commitment to energy conservation, carbon reduction, and the implementation of big data solutions. Marketing Specialist Hao-Han Kang invited all interested parties to visit booth S7635 at Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2, Floor 4, to explore these transformative technologies firsthand.Automation made in Germany. Credit: ifm electronic ltd.

SK Hynix announced today that it has developed the industry's first 16Gb DDR5 built using its 1c node, the sixth generation of the 10nm process.The success marks the beginning of the extreme scaling to the level closer to 10nm in the memory process technology.The degree of difficulty in advancing the shrinking process of the 10nm-range DRAM technology has grown over generations, but SK Hynix has become the first in the industry to overcome the technological limitations by raising the level of completion in design, thanks to its industry-leading technology of the 1b, the fifth generation of the 10nm process.SK Hynix said it will be ready for mass production of the 1c DDR5 within the year to start volume shipment next year.In order to reduce potential errors stemming from the procedure of advancing the process and transfer the advantage of the 1b, which is widely applauded for its best-performing DRAM, in the most efficient way, the company extended the platform of the 1b DRAM for development of 1c.The new product comes with an improvement in cost competitiveness compared with the previous generation by adopting a new material in certain extreme ultraviolet (EUV) processes while optimizing the EUV application process of total. SK Hynix also enhanced productivity by more than 30% through technological innovation in design.The operating speed of the 1c DDR5, expected to be adopted for high-performance data centers, reached 8Gbps, an 11% improvement from the previous generation. With power efficiency also improved by more than 9%, SK Hynix expects the adoption of 1c DRAM to help data centers reduce electricity costs by as much as 30% at a time when the advancement of the AI era is leading to an increase in power consumption."We are committed to providing differentiated values to customers by applying the 1c technology equipped with the best performance and cost competitiveness to our major next-generation products including HBM, LPDDR6, and GDDR7," said Head of DRAM Development Kim Jonghwan. "We will continue to work towards maintaining the leadership in the DRAM space and position as the most trusted AI memory solution provider."*HBM(High Bandwidth Memory): a high-value, high-performance memory that vertically interconnects multiple DRAM chips and dramatically increases data processing speed in comparison to conventional DRAM products. Since the introduction of the first HBM, the generation has shifted to HBM2, HBM2E, HBM3, HBM3E, HBM4 and HBM4E. *LPDDR: low power DRAM for mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets, which aims to minimize power consumption and features low voltage operation. The latest specifications are for the 7th generation, succeeding the series that ends with 1, 2, 3, 4, 4X, 5, and 5X. *GDDR(Graphics DDR): a standard specification of graphics DRAM defined by the Joint Electron Device Engineering Council (JEDEC) and specialized for processing graphics more quickly. Its generation has shifted from GDDR3, GDDR5, GDDR5X, GDDR6 to GDDR7. With the newer generation promising faster speed and higher power efficiency, GDDR has now become one of the most popular memory chips for AI. About SK Hynix Inc.SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world's top-tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips ("DRAM"), flash memory chips ("NAND flash"), and CMOS Image Sensors ("CIS") for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company's shares are traded on the Korean Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxemburg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK Hynix is available at www.skhynix.com, news.skhynix.com.Media ContactSK Hynix Inc.Global Public RelationsTechnical LeaderKanga KongE-Mail: global_newsroom@skhynix.comTechnical LeaderSooyeon LeeE-Mail: global_newsroom@skhynix.com