SEMICONDUCTOR
Semiconductor Technologies
Examples of semiconductor devices
Semiconductor technologies form the backbone of modern electronics, enabling innovations in computing, communication, energy, and automation. Semiconductors are materials with electrical conductivity between that of conductors (like metals) and insulators, and they are essential for manufacturing electronic components.
Key Components of Semiconductor Technologies
Integrated Circuits (ICs)
Transistors
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
Power Semiconductors
Optoelectronic Devices
Found in virtually all electronic devices, ICs integrate multiple semiconductor components, such as transistors and diodes, into a single chip.
Types : Digital ICs (microprocessors, memory), Analog ICs, and Mixed-signal ICs
The basic building blocks of electronics, used for switching and amplifying signals.
Technologies include MOSFETs, FinFETs, and emerging designs like GAAFETs.
Power computing devices, from PCs to smartphones and embedded systems in IoT devices.
Specialized for energy efficiency in power conversion, distribution, and renewable energy systems.
Examples: IGBTs, power MOSFETs, and SiC (Silicon Carbide) components.
Includes LEDs, laser diodes, and photovoltaic cells for applications like lighting, fiber optics, and solar power.
Applications
- Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, laptops, gaming consoles.
- Automotive: Electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving systems, and advanced safety features.
- Industrial Automation: Robotics, sensors, and IoT devices for smart manufacturing.
- Renewable Energy: Solar inverters, wind turbine controllers, and energy storage systems.
