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Advanced Technology Development Facility
TypeSubsidiary
IndustrySemiconductor, Nanotechnology
Founded1988
HeadquartersAustin, Texas
United States
Key peopleDave Anderson (Director)[1]
ParentSEMATECH
Websitewww.atdf.com

Advanced Technology Development Facility was a research and development foundry for the semiconductor industry. It began operations as a research plant for SEMATECH in 1988, but was reorganized as a for-profit subsidiary in July 2004.

History

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Founding and SEMATECH era

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The Advanced Technology Development Facility (ATDF) began operations in 1988 as a research plant for SEMATECH, a consortium of leading global semiconductor companies based in Austin, Texas.[2] It was established to help the U.S. semiconductor industry regain its competitive edge through collaborative research, development, and the sharing of manufacturing standards.[3]

Independent subsidiary

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In July 2004, SEMATECH reorganized its R&D wafer fab and associated analytical laboratories into an independent, for-profit subsidiary named Advanced Technology Development Facility Inc. (ATDF).[4] The new subsidiary took possession of SEMATECH's 62,000-square-foot Class 1 cleanroom in Texas, which offered processing capabilities for both 200-mm and 300-mm diameter wafers, along with process characterization laboratories providing metrology and analytical services.[4] ATDF served as a resource for the SEMATECH consortium under a service agreement while also offering a broad range of services to external customers and universities.[4]

Acquisition and closure

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In December 2007, ATDF was acquired by the Silicon Valley Technology Center (SVTC), a San Jose-based development foundry and recent spin-off of Cypress Semiconductor. Following the acquisition, the combined entity was renamed SVTC Technologies.[5] The merged organization aimed to serve more than 200 customers worldwide by expanding secure semiconductor and nanotechnology development capabilities.[6] SVTC Technologies ultimately ceased operations and executed a general assignment for the benefit of creditors in October 2012.

Programs and initiatives

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Nanoelectronic Workforce Development Initiative

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In March 2006, ATDF, together with Austin Community College, launched the Nanoelectronic Workforce Development Initiative, an internship program for college students interested in nanotechnology.[7] The program provided training in nanotech research and development at ATDF's fabrication facility to Texas students in two-year technical, undergraduate, and graduate studies.[7] The initiative was funded with a state grant jointly administered by Austin Community College and SEMATECH.[7][8]

Technology Innovation Showcase Award

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ATDF received a Technology Innovation Showcase Award at SEMICON West for its pioneering Nanopattern test wafer during a public presentation on the product's applications.[9]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ ATDF Management: Dave Anderson, General Manager ATDF Archived June 9, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
  2. ^ "Sematech". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  3. ^ "SEMATECH". DARPA. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  4. ^ a b c "Sematech makes R&D wafer fab into independent subsidiary". EE Times. 2004-07-10. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  5. ^ "SEMATECH to sell chip facility Archived 2007-12-05 at the Wayback Machine" from Austin American Statesman
  6. ^ "SVTC Joins Forces with SEMATECH Foundry ATDF". El Economista. 2007-12-04. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  7. ^ a b c "Austin Community College and SEMATECH Partner with the State of Texas to Launch Nanoelectronics Training Program". Austin Community College Newsroom. 2006-04-28. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  8. ^ "ATDF & ACC Seeking Summer Interns for Innovative Nanoscholars Program. Archived 2010-08-20 at the Wayback Machine"
  9. ^ "9th International Forum on Semiconductor Technology". Semiconductor Research Corporation. 2006. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
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