Understanding Semiconductors: Modern Metrology from Lab to Fab

Dec 07 2023 14 ep. 36 mins 38
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Understanding Semiconductors: Modern Metrology from Lab to Fab, is a podcast for engineering leaders in characterization, metrology, process, and analytics, looking for discussion around semiconductor metrology challenges. Each episode will feature a conversation with technology experts about problems facing the semiconductor metrology industry.

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Dec 07 2023 47 mins  
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Get to know Semiconductors with Chris Miller, author of the best-selling book, Chip War

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Understanding Transistor Architecture and Scaling with Suman Datta

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What is the Next Big Thing In The Semiconductor Industry? w/ Suman Datta (Part 2)

Dec 06 2022 67 mins  
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What is the Next Big Thing In The Semiconductor Industry? w/ Suman Datta (Part 1)

Oct 17 2022 44 mins  
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Dr. Yihung Lin on Machine Learning, Big Data, and Open Platforms: The Future of Metrology

Oct 05 2022 36 mins  
In this episode of Understanding Semiconductors, Markus speaks with Dr. Yihing Lin. Dr. Lin is the Vice President of the Analytical Service Group within Covalent Metrology. Covalent Metrology is a leading supplier of cutting edge analytical services and enterprise metrology solutions for diverse companies doing advanced material innovations.This episode covers:Dr. Lin’s Career Jo

Dr. Diebold Returns! A Deep Dive on his thoughts on Near Fab, Lab to Fab and Artificial Intelligence

Sep 19 2022 45 mins  
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Sep 05 2022 56 mins  
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The Essential Role of the Lab in the Semiconductor R&D and Fab, and its Industry Impact

Aug 22 2022 47 mins  
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