Based on Liu Cixin’s book series, “3 Body Problem” takes a science fiction approach to complex quantum mechanics and astrophysics concepts, including the three-body problem. Credit: Netflix “3 Body Problem,” Netflix’s new big-budget adaptation of Liu Cixin’s book series helmed by the creators behind “Game of Thrones,” puts the science in science fiction. The series […]
March 29, 2024 — According to SEMI, TSMC and Intel are expected to complete the construction of 2nm or below fabs within 2024. TSMC is expected to add 67,500 8-inch wafers per month, while Intel is expected to add 202,500 wafers per month. Intel is expected to be the first company in the foundry to […]
March 29, 2024 –According to Omdia’s latest report, the global semiconductor supply chain has made strategic inventory adjustments in recent quarters, and the industry’s output value is expected to reach US$600 billion in 2024. Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving demand growth across the supply chain, and the semiconductor industry is expected to see promising developments. […]
March 29, 2024 — Infineon Technologies AG recently introduced the first product in its new advanced power MOSFET technology OptiMOS™ 7 80 V: The IAUCN08S7N013 features a significantly increased power density and is available in the versatile, robust, and high-current SSO8 5 x 6 mm² SMD package. The OptiMOS™ 7 80 V offering is a […]
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Several thousand sensors distributed over a square kilometer near the South Pole are tasked with answering one of the large outstanding questions in physics: does quantum gravity exist? The sensors monitor neutrinos—particles with no electrical charge and almost without mass—arriving at the Earth from outer space. A team from the Niels […]
Nonlinearity-driven NHSE in a topological mode-locked laser. a, Schematic representation of the NH-SSH domain wall implemented in our mode-locked laser’s synthetic lattice. b, Heat map of our mode-locked laser’s output over 500 roundtrips. The pulses are broadened for visibility. c, Mode-locked pulse pattern in our topological mode-locked laser. Credit: Nature Physics (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41567-024-02420-4 Mode-locked […]
Cheese byproduct converts electronic waste into gold. Key Things to Know: The global e-waste problem is escalating, with millions of metric tonnes generated annually, necessitating innovative recycling solutions. Researchers have developed a groundbreaking method using cheese byproduct whey protein to efficiently extract gold from electronic waste. This new technique not only promises to reduce environmental […]
Maintaining correct material thickness is critical in precision manufacturing. Micro-Epsilon addresses this challenge, presenting the complexities and solutions for inline thickness measurement. Explore how their advanced sensors and systems can enhance accuracy and efficiency in production processes. When selecting an in-process system for measuring the thickness of film, plate or sheet materials, a number of […]
LIDAR technology is reshaping the future of automotive safety and autonomous navigation. In this comprehensive whitepaper, Harvey Weinberg of MicroTech Ventures and Pier-Olivier Hamel from indie Semiconductor dissect the nuances between direct and coherent detection methods in LIDAR systems, providing an essential guide for industry professionals seeking to navigate this complex landscape. Introduction As LIDAR […]