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This presentation introduces semiconductors, covering their properties, doping, historical timeline, industry stats, Fairchild's pioneering role, and their pivotal impact on technological advancements
This title slide is titled "Introduction to Semiconductors" and serves as an entry point to the topic. Its subtitle highlights the exploration of the foundational elements that power modern electronics.
Exploring the foundation of modern electronics.
The presentation agenda outlines a structured overview of semiconductors, starting with their basic definition and properties. It then covers historical development, key innovations, industry impact on technology, economy, and society, and concludes with future trends and advancements.
Basic definition and properties of semiconductors.
Evolution from early discoveries to modern era.
Major breakthroughs shaping the industry.
Effects on technology, economy, and society.
Emerging trends and potential advancements.
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This section header slide, titled "What are Semiconductors?" and numbered 02, introduces the fundamental concept of semiconductors. It defines them as silicon-based materials that partially conduct electricity, serving as the foundation for transistors and integrated circuits.
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Silicon-based materials that partially conduct electricity, forming the basis for transistors and integrated circuits.
Semiconductors exhibit conductivity that falls between insulators and conductors, and they are doped with impurities to create n-type and p-type materials. These properties make them foundational for diodes, transistors, and integrated chips, which are essential in technologies like computers, solar cells, and LEDs.
The slide illustrates the fundamental structure of semiconductors, focusing on the silicon crystal lattice. It explains key concepts like doping with impurities to enhance conductivity, and the roles of electrons as negative charge carriers and holes as positive ones.
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--- Speaker Notes: Visual diagram showing atomic structure of silicon crystal and doping process. Include labels for electrons and holes.
Fairchild Semiconductor was founded in 1957 by the "Traitorous Eight" engineers who defected from Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory, and it pioneered key advancements in silicon transistors and integrated circuits throughout the 1960s. The company underwent several ownership changes, including acquisition by Schlumberger in 1979, a spin-off to independence in 1997, and final purchase by ON Semiconductor in 2016 to bolster its power management offerings.
1957: Fairchild Founded by Traitorous Eight Established by eight engineers defecting from Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory. 1960s: Pioneered Silicon Transistors and ICs Led breakthroughs in silicon transistors and integrated circuit technology. 1979: Acquired by Schlumberger Purchased by the multinational oilfield services corporation Schlumberger. 1997: Spun Off Independently Regained independence following series of corporate acquisitions and sales. 2016: Acquired by ON Semiconductor Bought by ON Semiconductor to expand its power management portfolio.
The slide highlights key industry statistics, including a global market size exceeding $500 billion in 2023 and modern CPUs featuring over 100 billion transistors per chip. It also notes the first commercial integrated circuit in 1961 by Fairchild and a projected CAGR of 8-10% through 2030.
in 2023
in modern CPUs
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The slide, titled "Innovation Quote," features a statement by Robert Noyce, co-founder of Fairchild and Intel pioneer. The quote credits the silicon transistor with enabling the computer revolution.
> The silicon transistor made the computer revolution possible.
ā Robert Noyce, Fairchild co-founder and Intel pioneer.
Fairchild Semiconductor was founded in 1957 in San Jose, California, by eight engineers who left Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory to pursue greater innovation and freedom. The company pioneered mass production of silicon transistors, developed the planar process for integrated circuits, and laid the foundation for the microprocessor revolution in the semiconductor industry.
| Founding | Key Achievements |
|---|---|
| Established in 1957 in San Jose, California, by eight visionary engineers who defected from Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory, seeking greater innovation and freedom in their work. | Pioneered mass production of silicon transistors, developed the planar manufacturing process for integrated circuits, and laid the groundwork for the microprocessor revolution in the semiconductor industry. |
Semiconductors are pivotal in driving technological advancements, evolving from Fairchild's foundational legacy to their expanding roles in AI and quantum computing. The slide concludes with a thank you and an invitation for questions.
Semiconductors drive tech advancement. From Fairchild's legacy to AI and quantum computing, their role expands.
Thank you! Questions?
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