A*STAR’S INSTITUTE OF MICROELECTRONICS AND SOITEC TO DEVELOP NEXT-GENERATION SILICON CARBIDE SEMICONDUCTORS
10 Januar 2022 - 7:00AM
A*STAR’S INSTITUTE OF MICROELECTRONICS AND SOITEC TO DEVELOP
NEXT-GENERATION SILICON CARBIDE SEMICONDUCTORS
A*STAR’S INSTITUTE OF MICROELECTRONICS AND SOITEC TO
DEVELOP NEXT-GENERATION SILICON CARBIDE SEMICONDUCTORS
Singapore,
10th January
2022 –The Institute of Microelectronics (IME) at
the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and Soitec
(Euronext Paris) have announced a research collaboration to develop
next-generation silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor devices to
power electric vehicles and advanced high-voltage electronic
devices. Under the collaboration, the parties will leverage
Soitec’s proprietary technologies such as Smart Cut™ and IME’s
pilot production line to create 200 mm diameter SiC semiconductors
substrates.
The joint research will contribute towards
developing a holistic SiC ecosystem and boosts semiconductor
manufacturing capabilities in Singapore and the region. The
research collaboration is planned to run until mid-2024, and aims
to achieve the following outcomes:
- Develop SiC epitaxy and
metal–oxide–semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET)
fabrication processes for Smart Cut™ SiC substrates to produce
higher quality microchip transistors with less defects and enhanced
yield during the manufacturing process
- Establish a benchmark for SiC power
MOSFET devices fabricated on Smart Cut™ SiC substrates and
demonstrate the advantages of the process with conventional bulk
substrates
“This joint research between A*STAR’s Institute
of Microelectronics and Soitec to develop next-generation
semiconductor devices using innovative technologies is made
possible by both organisations’ deep capabilities in R&D,” said
Mr. Terence Gan, Executive Director of
IME. “We look forward to working together with Soitec to
add value to the local R&D ecosystem and the growing pool of
silicon carbide players in the semiconductor industry,” he
added.
“This is a great opportunity for us to partner
with Singapore’s Institute of Microelectronics and demonstrate
SmartSiC substrate’s scalability to 200mm,” said
Christophe Maleville,
Chief Technology Officer and Senior Executive VP at
Soitec. “The collaboration paves the way for the
development of advanced epitaxy solutions to produce higher quality
SiC wafers with energy-efficient characteristics, given the
exciting potential of this material. As the main beneficiaries of
this new process, the semiconductor ecosystem in Singapore will be
given the opportunity to validate the superior energy efficiency of
the SiC wafers produced through our collaboration.”
Soitec is a global leader in designing and
manufacturing innovative semiconductor materials, headquartered in
France. The company’s products are used to manufacture chips that
go into smart phones, tablets, computers, IT servers and data
centers as well as electronic components in cars, connected
devices, and industrial and medical equipment.
A*STAR’s IME has capabilities in Heterogeneous
Integration, System-in-Package, Sensor, Actuators and Microsystems,
RF & mmWave, SiC/GaN-on-SiC Power Electronics, and MedTech. The
8-inch SiC pilot line it is establishing aims to validate 8-inch
manufacturing processes and tools on a pilot line scale before a
transition can be made to 8-inch high-volume manufacturing. A dual
purpose of this programme is to perform applied R&D on
innovative SiC MOSFET processes and materials like Soitec’s Smart
Cut™ SiC substrates to pre-position the industry for
next-generation SiC manufacturing.
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About the Institute of Microelectronics
(IME)The Institute of Microelectronics (IME) is a research
institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research
(A*STAR). Positioned to bridge the R&D between academia and
industry, IME's mission is to add value to Singapore's
semiconductor industry by developing strategic competencies,
innovative technologies and intellectual property; enabling
enterprises to be technologically competitive; and cultivating a
technology talent pool to inject new knowledge to the industry. Its
key research areas are in Heterogeneous Integration,
System-in-Package, Sensor, Actuators and Microsystems, RF &
mmWave, SiC/GaN-on-SiC Power Electronics, and MedTech. For more
information on IME, please visit www.a-star.edu.sg/ime.
About the Agency for Science, Technology
and Research (A*STAR)The Agency for Science, Technology
and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector R&D
agency. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners
in both the public and private sectors to benefit the economy and
society. As a Science and Technology Organisation, A*STAR bridges
the gap between academia and industry. Our research creates
economic growth and jobs for Singapore, and enhances lives by
improving societal outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and
sustainability. A*STAR plays a key role in nurturing scientific
talent and leaders for the wider research community and industry.
A*STAR’s R&D activities span biomedical sciences to physical
sciences and engineering, with research entities primarily located
in Biopolis and Fusionopolis. For ongoing news, visit
www.a-star.edu.sg/ime.
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About SoitecSoitec (Euronext,
Tech 40 Paris) is a world leader in designing and manufacturing
innovative semiconductor materials. The company uses its unique
technologies and semiconductor expertise to serve the electronics
markets. With more than 3,500 patents worldwide, Soitec’s strategy
is based on disruptive innovation to answer its customers’ needs
for high performance, energy efficiency and cost competitiveness.
Soitec has manufacturing facilities, R&D centers and offices in
Europe, the U.S. and Asia. Fully committed to sustainable
development, Soitec adopted in 2021 its corporate purpose to
reflect its engagements: "We are the innovative soil from which
smart and energy efficient electronics grow into amazing and
sustainable life experiences. »
Soitec, SmartSiC™ and SmartCut™ are registered
trademarks of Soitec.
For more information, please
visit www.soitec.com and follow us on
Twitter: @Soitec_EN.
A*STAR media contact:
Mr Robin ChanHead, Corporate CommunicationsAgency for Science,
Technology and Research (A*STAR) Tel: +65 6826 6281Email:
robin_chan@hq.a-star.edu.sg
Soitec
contact:
Investor
Relations: Steve Babureck +33 6 16 38 56 27 +65 9231 9735
steve.babureck@soitec.com
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markus.payer-ext@soitec.com Sonny Phua+9691
2971sonny.phua@soitec.com Isabelle Laurent +33 1 53 32 61 51
isabelle.laurent@oprgfinancial.fr Fabrice Baron +33 1 53 32
61 27 fabrice.baron@oprgfinancial.fr |
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Soitec is a French joint-stock corporation with
a Board of Directors (Société Anonyme à Conseil d’administration)
with a share capital of € 70,276,054.00, having its registered
office located at Parc Technologique des Fontaines - Chemin des
Franques - 38190 Bernin (France), and registered with the Grenoble
Trade and Companies Register under number
384 711 909.
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