The slide is a title slide titled "Semiconductors: History and Impact." Its subtitle reads "From Fairchild Pioneers to Modern Tech Revolution," highlighting the evolution from early innovators to today's technological advancements.

Semiconductors: History and Impact

From Fairchild Pioneers to Modern Tech Revolution

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This agenda slide outlines a presentation on semiconductors, starting with an introduction to the topic. It covers the founding of Fairchild, key innovations, a timeline of developments, acquisitions and legacy, and ends with a conclusion.

Presentation Agenda

1. Introduction to Semiconductors
2. Founding of Fairchild
3. Key Innovations
4. Timeline of Developments
5. Acquisitions & Legacy
6. Conclusion

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Semiconductors are materials like silicon that control electrical conductivity, enabling the creation of transistors and integrated circuits (ICs). They form the foundation of modern electronics, as highlighted in this section header slide.

What are Semiconductors?

What are Semiconductors?

Materials like silicon controlling electrical conductivity for transistors and ICs, foundational to modern electronics.

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Fairchild Semiconductor, founded in 1957 by the Traitorous Eight from Shockley Lab and headquartered in San Jose, California, was the first to mass-produce transistors and silicon ICs. The company revolutionized the computing industry.

Fairchild Semiconductor: The Pioneer

• Founded 1957 by Traitorous Eight from Shockley Lab
• Headquartered in San Jose, California
• First to mass-produce transistors and silicon ICs
• Revolutionized the computing industry

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Fairchild Semiconductor was founded in 1957 by the "Traitorous Eight" and pioneered integrated circuit manufacturing in the 1960s, revolutionizing electronics. It underwent ownership changes, including acquisition by Schlumberger in 1979, sale to National Semiconductor in 1987, and a spin-off to independence in 1997 focused on power management.

Fairchild Timeline

1957: Fairchild Founded Established as a pioneering semiconductor company by the 'Traitorous Eight'. 1960s: IC Manufacturing Pioneer Led the revolution in integrated circuit production, shaping modern electronics. 1979: Acquired by Schlumberger Taken over by Schlumberger, marking a shift in ownership and focus. 1987: Sold to National Semiconductor Acquired by National Semiconductor, integrating into larger operations. 1997: Spun Off Independent Regained independence as Fairchild Semiconductor, focusing on power management.

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The slide titled "Legacy of Semiconductors" highlights how silicon innovation shapes the future. It closes with "Legacy Endures" and an encouraging call to "Stay Curious, Innovate Boldly."

Legacy of Semiconductors

Shaping Tomorrow with Silicon Innovation.

Closing: Legacy Endures. Stay Curious, Innovate Boldly.