Overcoming The vdW Gap Bottleneck in Semiconductor Scaling (TU Wien)


A new technical paper titled "The van der Waals Gap: a Hidden Showstopper in Semiconductor Device Scaling" was published by researchers at TU Wien. Abstract "Continued miniaturization of transistors is critical for sustaining advances in computing performance, energy efficiency, and integration density. A central nanoscale challenge is controlling gate leakage through ultrathin dielectrics.... » read more

Semiconductor Scaling Is Failing — What Next For Processors?


This in-depth paper looks at the changing dynamics in the semiconductor industry. In other words, why many companies are looking to customize their processor designs to keep pace with software and system demands. It goes onto highlight the opportunities available to companies of all sizes, in seeking to differentiate and specialize their processor designs. Click here to read more. » read more