Advances on Manufacturing and Next-generation Devices Towards CHIPS Act
In this Special Topic edition of Applied Physics Reviews, led by Prof. Tongay (Arizona State University), Dr. Kevin O’Brien (Intel), and Dr. Tzu-Ming Lu (Sandia National Labs), we will cover topics on a dynamic landscape of electronics, with a particular focus on the revolutionary impact of the CHIPs Act. Our curated collection of articles converges the expertise of industry professionals and academic scholars, offering readers an in-depth exploration of the current state and future trajectories in semiconductor technology.
The first section of this special topic will cover the latest breakthroughs in emergent semiconductor technologies, elucidating how these innovations are steering the electronics revolution. From novel materials to advanced fabrication techniques, contributors shed light on the forefront of semiconductor research, providing insights into the potential applications that will shape our technological future.
Moving beyond the conceptual realm, the special topic will offer further insights into the intricate processes of emergent semiconductor manufacturing. Readers will gain a nuanced understanding of the methodologies and technologies driving the production of these cutting-edge components, showcasing the synergy between theoretical advancements and practical applications.
As the world witnesses the rapid deployment of 5G and anticipates the advent of 6G technologies, the Special Topic explores the most recent advances made towards these developments. Experts from both academia and industry contribute their perspectives on the implications of these advancements, uncovering the transformative potential they hold for connectivity, communication, and the broader electronic landscape.
The latter part of the edition is dedicated to the exploration of high-power devices utilizing wide gap semiconductors, ultra gap semiconductors, and wide band gap semiconductor manufacturing. Articles in this section unravel the intricacies of designing electronic components with enhanced power capabilities, pushing the boundaries of performance and efficiency. Additionally, attention is given to ultrascaling technologies in FinFET and Gate All Around devices, radiation-hard materials applications, and opinion pieces envisioning the future of semiconductors. Together, these contributions offer a comprehensive and forward-looking perspective on the evolving field of applied physics in the realm of semiconductors.
Topics covered include, but are not limited to:
- Synthesis and manufacturing of emergent semiconductors
- New device architectures and ultrascaled devices
- CMOS+X devices for added functionality (X=spintronics, quantum information, memristor, and others)
- Neuromorphic devices
- Ultra-gap and wide band gap semiconductors: Synthesis, manufacturing, and devices
- Power electronics
- AI hardware
Applied Physics Reviews Editor
Sefaatin Tongay, Arizona State University
Guest Editor
Kevin O’Brien, Intel
Tzu-Ming Lu, Sandia National Laboratories
About the Journal
Applied Physics Reviews (APR) features articles on important and current topics in experimental or theoretical research in applied physics or applications of physics to other branches of science and engineering. APR publishes the following types of articles:
- Original Research: An article reporting on an important and novel research study of high quality and general interest to the applied physics community.
- Reviews: This type of article can either be an authoritative, comprehensive review of established areas of applied physics, or a short timely review of recent advances in established fields or new and emerging areas of applied physics.