Research Bits: Nov. 10


Post-doping plasma for DRAM capacitors Researchers from Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), and Seoul National University of Science and Technology developed a post-doping plasma (PDP) process to improve the performance of DRAM capacitors. Aluminum-doped titanium dioxide (Al-doped TiO2) is a promising material fo... » read more

Research Bits: Oct. 13


Mimicking neural plasticity Researchers from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) developed a frequency switching neuristor device that mimics the intrinsic plasticity of neurons. The device can autonomously adjust the frequency of its signals, similar to the way the brain becomes less startled by repeated stimuli or becomes increasingly sensitive through training. The... » read more

Chip Industry Technical Paper Roundup: August 5


New technical papers recently added to Semiconductor Engineering’s library: [table id=460 /] Find more semiconductor research papers here. » read more

Nanoimprint-Based Dielectric Patterning for Fine-Pitch Hybrid Bonding (Seoul National Univ. of Science and Technology)


A new technical paper titled "Hybrid Bonding with Polymeric Interlayer Dielectric Layers Patterned by Nanoimprint Lithography" was published by researchers at Seoul National University of Science and Technology. Abstract "Recent advancements in semiconductor technology have shifted the focus of innovation toward advanced packaging technologies featuring heterogeneous integration. Among thes... » read more

Research Bits: Apr. 15


Shape-morphing OLED panel with built-in speaker Researchers from Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) developed a flexible OLED panel that can freely transform its shape while simultaneously functioning as a speaker. The design is based on a based on a specialized ultra-thin piezoelectric polymer actuator that when integrated into a flexible OLED panel enables electrically ... » read more

Chip Industry Technical Paper Roundup: Feb. 10


New technical papers recently added to Semiconductor Engineering’s library: [table id=405 /] Find all technical papers here. Also find more research and latest news here. » read more

Optimization of Oxygen Plasma Conditions for Cu-Cu Bonding


A new technical paper titled "Understanding and Optimizing Oxygen Plasma Treatment for Enhanced Cu-Cu Bonding Application" was published by researchers at Seoul National University of Science and Technology. Abstract "This study investigates the optimization of O2 plasma treatment conditions to enhance Cu-Cu bonding. The O2 plasma treatment conditions were optimized using Design of Experime... » read more

Chip Industry’s Technical Paper Roundup: September 26


New technical papers recently added to Semiconductor Engineering’s library: [table id=146 /] More Reading Technical Paper Library home » read more

Design Optimization Of Split-Gate NOR Flash For Compute-In-Memory


A technical paper titled “Design Strategies of 40 nm Split-Gate NOR Flash Memory Device for Low-Power Compute-in-Memory Applications” was published by researchers at Seoul National University of Science and Technology and University of Seoul. Abstract: "The existing von Neumann architecture for artificial intelligence (AI) computations suffers from excessive power consumption and memo... » read more

An FPGA-Based ECU for Remote Reconfiguration in Automotive Systems


Abstract: "Growing interest in intelligent vehicles is leading automotive systems to include numerous electronic control units (ECUs) inside. As a result, efficient implementation and management of automotive systems is gaining importance. Flexible updating and reconfiguration of ECUs is one appropriate strategy for these goals. Software updates to the ECUs are expected to improve performance ... » read more

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