Optimizing Optical Fiber Connections In Hyperscale Datacenters: A Simulation-Driven Approach


Hyperscale datacenters are redefining the limits of data transmission technology, driven by increasing demands for higher bandwidth, lower power consumption, and reduced latency. Through advanced simulation workflows and multiphysics integration, engineers can design, optimize, and validate optical coupling systems for next-generation datacenters. The use of Ansys Optics software for photonic c... » read more

Enabling The 448G Era: System Architecture And Standards For Next-Gen AI Networks


As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) workloads continue to reshape data center infrastructure, the need for higher bandwidth and lower latency has accelerated the need for a next-generation Ethernet. This white paper examines the industry’s shift toward 448G signaling—driven by scale-up and scale-out AI cluster demands—and outlines the evolving system architecture... » read more

Expanding The Scope Of Testing In Complex Systems


Semiconductor devices now anchor the world’s most demanding infrastructures—from hyperscale data centers to advanced automotive platforms and industrial control systems. At scale, even rare faults can have significant cumulative impact, and the downstream consequences of failure extend far beyond a single board or rack. Unplanned outages translate into lost revenue, contractual penalties, f... » read more

The Critical Role Of Virtualization In Automotive Software Development For Software-Defined Vehicles


By Chahinez Hamlaoui, Robert Fey, and David Howarth The automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Vehicles are no longer just mechanical machines, they are becoming sophisticated, software-defined platforms packed with electronics and intelligence. As the number of electronic control units (ECUs) in modern vehicles climbs (with some cars now containing up to 150 ECUs), the... » read more

Chip Industry Week in Review


SEMICON West was held in Phoenix this week, with presentations covering heterogeneous integration, AI, quantum, supply chain resilience, and more. Amid the buzz of the conference, some key manufacturing and test announcements were made this week: The strategic importance of the Phoenix area hub was highlighted. Amkor Technology broke ground this week on its advanced packaging and test camp... » read more

The Competitive Advantage Of SRAM PUF Technology


By Vincent van der Leest and Geert-Jan Schrijen In the article from 2024, "SRAM PUF: The Secure Silicon Fingerprint", we explored the fundamentals of SRAM-based Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) and their role as a secure, cost-effective, and scalable solution for cryptographic (root) key generation and storage. SRAM PUF technology leverages the unique physical properties of silicon to c... » read more

Location Verification Becomes Much Bigger Concern For Chips


Location verification is gaining traction as a way of strengthening supply chain oversight with minimal effort, fueled by tightening export controls and growing concerns about AI chip smuggling and counterfeiting. In the past, this kind of tracking was done by having one or more employees literally watch over a production run at a fab, follow the chips all the way to their destination, and a... » read more

Today’s Screen Culture Puts Higher Pressure On Display Chips


Just as cathode ray tube technology has been relegated to specialist industrial and medical settings, OLED (organic light-emitting diode) is overtaking LCD (liquid crystal display) in some applications due to its superior image quality and contrast. But OLED is not a one-size-fits-all. An array of new technologies is being developed to meet consumer demand for better, brighter screens with h... » read more

Rethinking Automotive Development: Virtualization for the Software-Defined Era


Stay competitive in the new era of software-defined vehicles. This guide reveals how virtualization enables automotive leaders to: Accelerate development and innovation Unlock cost savings and reduce delays Overcome legacy challenges and adapt to CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric) trends Streamline R&D and integration processes Who should read this guide? ... » read more

New Approaches To Limit Cyberattacks On Hardware


The number and value of cyberattacks on semiconductors is rising, but new approaches to designing and packaging chips could put a significant dent in those figures. Semiconductor-related cybersecurity attacks have multiplied more than six times since 2022, according to a report by cyber intelligence firm CloudSEK. These attacks have cost the semiconductor industry an estimated $1.05 billion ... » read more

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