Abstract
Silicon is the essential foundation of all electronics-based products, and is the
basic building block of digital innovation. Its ability to behave as an efficient
semiconductor allows silicon to be used in todays processors, where tight electrical
control is needed to get the product to even work. Throughout the years, the
natural ability of silicon rarely has been the problem in getting chips to go faster
and faster. However, with the latest generation of process technology, silicon is
now proving to be very problematic to work with.
A more radical change is needed in the material structure, processing method or
device design to enhance IC performance. The latest innovation is the concept of
strained silicon. The basic idea behind this: if silicon atoms can forcibly be pushed
apart, then electrons flowing between gates will be less impeded. Electrons flow
through strained silicon 70% faster than through nonstrained silicon, and strained chip designs can be 35% faster than standard
designs.
This report provides an up-to-date analysis of recent developments and current trends in the global strained silicon arena. The
identification of significant revenue growth drivers in specific product categories is an additional aim. The objective of this type
of systematic research is to quantify the projected impact of the forces, from within and from outside, currently at work in this
industry.
SCOPE OF STUDY
The report contains:
- An analysis of strained silicon in terms of
market size and revenue trends.
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Revenue forecasts for specific product segments
through 2010
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Examinations of the most important applications
by product
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A technology assessment focused on trends
that will develop more significantly during
the forecast period
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A discussion of the competitive aspects of
each segment, along with several successful
suppliersEmarket strategies
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A snapshot assessment of strained siliconrelated
U.S. patents from 2002 to 2005
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Vendor shares and profiles of a selection of
the leading strained silicon vendors/users.
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