Advanced Technology Development Facility
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Semiconductor, Nanotechnology |
| Founded | 1988 |
| Headquarters | Austin, Texas United States |
| Key people | Dave Anderson (Director)[1] |
| Parent | SEMATECH |
| Website | www.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
[edit]Founding and SEMATECH era
[edit]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
[edit]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
[edit]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
[edit]Nanoelectronic Workforce Development Initiative
[edit]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
[edit]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
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ ATDF Management: Dave Anderson, General Manager ATDF Archived June 9, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
- ↑ "Sematech". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ↑ "SEMATECH". DARPA. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- 1 2 3 "Sematech makes R&D wafer fab into independent subsidiary". EE Times. 2004-07-10. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ↑ "SEMATECH to sell chip facility Archived 2007-12-05 at the Wayback Machine" from Austin American Statesman
- ↑ "SVTC Joins Forces with SEMATECH Foundry ATDF". El Economista. 2007-12-04. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- 1 2 3 "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.
- ↑ "ATDF & ACC Seeking Summer Interns for Innovative Nanoscholars Program. Archived 2010-08-20 at the Wayback Machine"
- ↑ "9th International Forum on Semiconductor Technology". Semiconductor Research Corporation. 2006. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
External links
[edit]- Nanoelectronic Workforce Development Initiative Homepage
- Silicon Valley Technology Center Homepage
- Nanoelectronic Workforce Development Initiative website
- "Sematech Spin-Off Mounting $100-Million Austin Expansion" from Site Selection magazine
- Nanopattern Award Press Release[permanent dead link]
- SVTC To Buy Sematech ATDF Fab, Expand Development Foundry Services