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coolieno99

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Probably a really dumb question but since upto 7nm is taken care of with Legacy DUV why bother with EUV and go straight to 1nm resolution X-ray lithography?
Both the older synchrotrons at Shanghai and Beijing are fully reserved for uses in physics and molecular biological experiments which doesn't leave much room for X-ray lithography research and development. However the new Beijing synchrotron under construction and schedule to be finish in 2025 should help in the research and development of X-ray lithography.
 

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Soaring by more than 7%, Zhichun Technology jointly won the bid of 276 million yuan for the gas system package of the Yangtze River Storage National Storage Base Project​

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Jiweiwang news, on the evening of August 3, Zhichun Technology announced that recently, the company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries Shanghai Zhichun System Integration Co., Ltd. and Zhichun Technology Co., Ltd., as the leaders of the consortium, won the bid for Changjiang Storage Technology Co., Ltd. National Storage Base Project Special Gas System Package. The winning bid price is 276 million yuan.

It is reported that the main content of the target is special gas equipment for various process gases (including dry processes such as oxidation/diffusion, etching, ion implantation, deposition, etc.), that is, process support equipment, and the target includes services such as design, installation and commissioning .

Zhichun Technology said that through years of experience accumulation and technology development, the company has continuously improved its products and services, and has formed a good reputation and reputation in the industry. The total amount of the winning bid is 276 million yuan. If the project is carried out smoothly, it will have a positive impact on the company's production and operation, which will help the company to continuously optimize its business structure and enhance its comprehensive competitiveness in the field of integrated circuits.

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Both the older synchrotrons at Shanghai and Beijing are fully reserved for uses in physics and molecular biological experiments which doesn't leave much room for X-ray lithography research and development. However the new Beijing synchrotron under construction and schedule to be finish in 2025 should help in the research and development of X-ray lithography.

Extreme Ultraviolet Photoresist Inspection Platform in Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility​

ZHAO Jun1,2, YANG Shu-Min2, XUE Chao-Fan2, WU Yan-Qing2*, CHEN Yi-Fang1, TAI Ren-Zhong2

Abstract: As the next generation of lithography technology, extreme ultraviolet lithography has been given the mission of saving Moore′s law by the industry. Extreme ultraviolet photoresist is one of the core sub-technologies of extreme ultraviolet lithography. The inspection of its resolution, roughness, sensitivity and outgassing conditions is a necessary condition for the development of extreme ultraviolet photoresist and it is also an important part to optimize the resist performance. Extreme ultraviolet interference lithography based on synchrotron radiation is currently the most suitable method for testing the performance of extreme ultraviolet photoresist. According to related research and development needs, an extreme ultraviolet photoresist inspection platform based on this method has been established in Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility(SSRF). By continuously improving the stability of the device, developing independent beam splitting grating mask manufacturing technology, and constantly exploring and optimizing the corresponding interference exposure process, the current inspection resolution has reached below 20 nm, which basically meets the corresponding requirements for the 7 nm process node of extreme ultraviolet lithography.



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July 2022 investment on semiconductor manufacturing process startups in China EDA, OPC lithography, Materials and equipment.

Wuhan Yuwei Optical Software raised tens of millions of yuan (CNY 10.0M is ~$1.5M) in Series A funding from Zhidao Capital, Wuhan Optics Valley Industrial Investment, and Fiberhome Venture Capital. Yuwei Optical develops optical proximity correction (OPC) software for photomask optimization. Funds will be used for commercialization as well as testing and calibration of software parameters. Based in Wuhan, China, it was founded in 2020.

Max Optics Information Technology received angel funding from Huawei’s Hubble Investment. Max Optics develops
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. Its cloud-based software includes optoelectronic device simulation, electromagnetic field simulation, optical waveguide mode analysis, chip layout, and process simulation. It also offers design services. Founded in 2018 based on research from Shandong University, it is based in Shanghai, China.

Raintree Scientific Instruments (RSIC) drew over
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. It currently offers thin film thickness measurement equipment, optical critical dimension and shape measurement systems, automatic optical inspection equipment, and automatic macro defect inspection tools. Funds will be used for development of other optical testing equipment and expanding production. Based in Shanghai, China, it was founded in 2005.

CAS Microelectronics Integration Technology, or Casmeit, raised over CNY 150.0M (~$22.4M) in Series B financing from Xin Ding Capital, New Hope Capital, and Xiamen Hengxing Group. Casmeit provides
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, including fan-out, fan-in, flip-chip, 2.5D/3D stacked packaging, wafer-level chip scale packaging, and through-silicon vias. It also provides test services, including reliability, thermal, and failure analysis. Based in Xuzhou, China, it was founded in 2018.

Luntek Technology raised
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(CNY 100.0M is ~$14.9M) in Series C funding led by Addor Capital. Luntek provides
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, including for SoCs, storage, sensors, and RF. It services include 12-inch, 8-inch, 6-inch wafer testing and finished product testing for SOP, QFN, QFP, BGA, and other packages. Based in Hangzhou, China, it was founded in 2010.

Unity Technology raised CNY 100.0M (~$14.9M) in a Series A round from CDH Investments, Living Water Investment, ZSVC, and the Beyond Moore Fund. Unity Technology develops semiconductor
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. It offers product lines in several different configurations. Based in Jiaxing, China, it was founded in 2021.

BGFRM Technology raised CNY 10.0M (~$1.5M) in pre-Series A financing that included Baika Ventures. BGFRM produces machine vision-powered
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for consumer electronics, automotive electronics, semiconductor, batteries, and photovoltaics. It also offers core components to third-party system equipment manufacturers. Funds will be used for development of MEMS structured light 3D cameras, white light interference 3D cameras, and AI detection technology. Founded in 2021, it is based in Suzhou, China.

Micromach raised nearly CNY 200.0M (~$29.8M) in Series B funding that included the National Manufacturing Transformation and Upgrading Fund. The company manufactures
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that utilizes femtosecond lasers, compound beam scanning, adaptive positioning, and small cavity wall protection. Applications include PCB and flexible printed circuit board processing and etching of complex microstructures such as filters. Based in Xi’an, China, it was founded in 2015.

Vulcan New Materials drew
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from the National Small and Medium Enterprise Development Fund, Hefei Industrial Investment, Jinpu Intelligent, Jiawo Capital, Wuxing Industrial Investment, Shanghai Nuoyi, Houhe Capital, and Zhejiang Science and Technology Investment. The company manufactures high-purity carbon materials for applications that include semiconductor wafer crystal growth, SiC crystal growth, and photovoltaic crystal growth. Based in Hangzhou, China, it was founded in 2017.

Taisic Materials received a strategic investment of about $16.8M from Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn), giving the electronics giant a 10% stake in Taisic in a bid to boost its production of electric vehicle components. Taisic manufactures 4- and 6-inch semi-insulating
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and N-type SiC substrates. It plans to expand to 8-inch products in 2023. Established in 2020, it is a subsidiary of Kenmec Group and is based in Taoyuan, Taiwan.

Hymn Materials Technology raised hundreds of millions of yuan (CNY 100.0M is ~$14.9M) in Series B funding from CICC Capital, CMB International, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Hymn Materials manufactures
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for electronics. Its products include thermal pads, thermal gels, thermal conductive phase change materials, and silicone grease. Funds will be used to pursue M&A deals and for R&D. It also plans to expand into the battery and EV markets. Founded in 2019, it is based in Shenzhen, China.

Didao Microelectronics (Didaomat) raised tens of millions of yuan (CNY 10.0M is ~$1.5M) in pre-Series A funding from Shuimu Wutong Investment. The company produces
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for flat panel display and semiconductor manufacturing, as well as materials for back-end and advanced package cleaning. Founded in 2020, it is based in Shenzhen, China.

Epiworld International raised tens of millions of yuan (CNY 10.0M is ~$1.5M) in Series B financing from Qingda Strait Equity Investment. Epiworld manufactures
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. It currently offers 3-, 4-, and 6-inch wafers for Schottky diodes, MOSFETs, JFETs, and BJTs, as well as customized wafers for IGBTs, GTO thyristors, and R&D devices. Founded in 2011, it is based in Xiamen, China.

Hashen Smart Materials Technology (HST) received tens of millions of yuan (CNY 10.0M is ~$1.5M) in new funding from Mingdao Investment. The startup produces composite metal conductive ink materials and processes for flexible electronics printing, focusing on antennas and RFID. It uses silver-coated copper particles as conductive fillers in its RFID antennas, which it says improves weather resistance and service life. Based in Shenzhen, China, it was founded in 2019.

Weixin New Materials closed a Series B financing round led by CDH Investments. The company produces KrF high-end
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and monomers. Funds will be used for R&D and capacity expansion. Based in Ningbo, China, it was founded in 2018.

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Soaring by more than 7%, Zhichun Technology jointly won the bid of 276 million yuan for the gas system package of the Yangtze River Storage National Storage Base Project​

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Jiweiwang news, on the evening of August 3, Zhichun Technology announced that recently, the company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries Shanghai Zhichun System Integration Co., Ltd. and Zhichun Technology Co., Ltd., as the leaders of the consortium, won the bid for Changjiang Storage Technology Co., Ltd. National Storage Base Project Special Gas System Package. The winning bid price is 276 million yuan.

It is reported that the main content of the target is special gas equipment for various process gases (including dry processes such as oxidation/diffusion, etching, ion implantation, deposition, etc.), that is, process support equipment, and the target includes services such as design, installation and commissioning .

Zhichun Technology said that through years of experience accumulation and technology development, the company has continuously improved its products and services, and has formed a good reputation and reputation in the industry. The total amount of the winning bid is 276 million yuan. If the project is carried out smoothly, it will have a positive impact on the company's production and operation, which will help the company to continuously optimize its business structure and enhance its comprehensive competitiveness in the field of integrated circuits.

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Confusing translation: "Yangtze River Storage National Storage" is really YMTC.
 

NightFury1818

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What do you guys think will be the effect of a Huawei like blacklisting on YMTC? Will it be pushed out of the high end market or will it manage to make do with domestic equipment?
 

NightFury1818

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Also, why doesn't China retaliate against Micron and Western Digital?

50-60% of the global chip production is consumed by China, this seems like a supermassive leverage. Banning all products containing their memory chips from entering China would completely ruin them. It shouldn't be very difficult for firms to replace Micron/Western digital with YMTC or even Samsung and SK Hynix.
 
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