Fraunhofer IPMS - Institute for Photonic Microsystems

Maria-Reiche-Str. 2
Dresden,  D-01109

Germany
https://www.ipms.fraunhofer.de/en/Services.html
  • Booth: C1419


Wafer services and processes on 200 | 300 mm

Developing innovative technology solutions and bringing them into application - that is the goal of Fraunhofer IPMS. As experts in the development of photonic microsystems and its associated technologies, we offer our customers complete solutions, from concept and technology development to pilot production in our own 200 and 300 mm cleanrooms. Our research focuses on miniaturized sensors and actuators, integrated circuits, wireless and wired data communication, and customized MEMS systems. In the field of trustworthy electronics, Fraunhofer IPMS conducts research into trustworthy manufacturing processes and trustworthy components. 

Numerous products and technologies developed at the Fraunhofer IPMS are already in use and can be found in all relevant markets, such as information and communication technology, consumer electronics, automotive technology, semiconductor industry and medical technology.

For more information about our topics at the fair, please check: https://www.ipms.fraunhofer.de/de/events/2024/semicon_europe.html


 Press Releases

  • Advancements in industry and technology are constantly demanding new
    solutions for the manufacturing of microchips regarding the technical, economic
    and also ecological perspective. The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic
    Microsystems IPMS has established itself as a strong partner to industry with its
    pioneering research and state-of-the-art equipment. The range of services
    includes all steps “from lab to fab” - from consulting and process development
    to pilot production.


    While systems and components have to meet ever higher performance requirements, it
    is also essential that they are compatible with further industrial processes in the
    semiconductor industry and comply with the latest technology standards. Easy and fast
    integration, a wide range of applications and cost efficiency are key parameters.
    Fraunhofer IPMS is working on innovative solutions in the field of memory
    technologies, sensors and actuators as well as MEMS systems. With its comprehensive
    range of services and intensive cooperation with chip manufacturers, system
    manufacturers and suppliers the institute enables the rapid transfer of results and
    technologies.


    New computing architectures and innovative storage for the next generation
    of computers

    We generate a growing amount of data every day. To deal with this, new technologies
    are required that enable this information to be stored and processed quickly. With this
    in mind, Fraunhofer IPMS is researching the next generation of computers. In projects
    with international partners, such as “QSolid”, “Qu-Pilot” or “QUASAR”, the institute is
    working on the production of qubits and the construction and architecture of quantum
    computers. The research focuses on industry-oriented scalability of electronics,
    optimized materials, processes and control technologies in regard to their CMOS
    compatibility.


    Non-volatile memory (NVM) solutions are becoming increasingly important for modern
    data processing, as they are more powerful, cost-effective and energy-efficient.
    Fraunhofer IPMS can look back on more than ten years of experience in the
    development of MRAM, RRAM and ferroelectric technologies. Of particular note are
    hafnium oxide-based ferroelectric memories, which can be seamlessly integrated into
    advanced CMOS technologies, offering significantly better performance and lower
    cost. Another promising energy-saving while high-performance technology is In-
    Memory-Computing. Here, data is processed directly at the point of origin, i. e. in the
    memory arrays.


    The research services of Fraunhofer IPMS in this area include the development of
    system designs, circuit designs and integration concepts, as well as material research
    and characterization up to the megabyte range. With the implementation of materials
    into production lines using wafer loops, a direct transfer into existing technology nodes
    can be guaranteed.


    Application-oriented MEMS, MOEMS and Microdisplays on 200-mm silicon
    wafers

    In two ultra-modern 200-mm clean rooms, Fraunhofer IPMS develops MEMS, MOEMS
    and microdisplay technologies along the entire value chain: from individual processes
    and technology modules to pilot production and support for technology transfer as
    well as licensing. The institute thus covers the technological maturity levels from 3 to 7.
    Start-ups, SMEs and companies without their own fabs benefit from low investment
    costs thanks to the full-service offering. To make it easy for SMEs in particular to get
    started, the institute also offers evaluation kits for all of its developments, which are
    ready-to-use set-ups that customers can employ to test the Fraunhofer IPMS
    technologies directly in their own application.

    The institute further develops innovative components such as sensors, actuators and
    microdisplays in their 200-mm-clean-rooms. The latter recently achieved a new world
    record of 45% transparency. The microdisplays are ideal for virtual reality, augmented
    reality and mixed reality applications in industrial production or medical technology due
    to their very high resolution and technological level.


    Close links with the semiconductor industry
    To accelerate the transition from laboratory to practical application, Fraunhofer IPMS
    offers a strong network and close cooperation with industry. At the same time, this
    promotes Germany's technological competitiveness. The institute recently celebrated
    10 years of collaboration with BASF in the field of new materials for microchips.
    GlobalFoundries has also been a close partner in process development for many years,
    just like Bosch. The long-standing partnership with Bosch focuses on the development
    of MEMS technology, for example in the development of micro loudspeakers.
    Furthermore, the institute operates a metrology center with Applied Materials. In the
    Screening Fab at the Center Nanoelectronic Technologies (CNT), materials, processes
    and machines can be evaluated under industrial conditions, in accordance with the ISO
    9001 standard and at ultra-large-scale integration level (ULSI).

    Customers, chip and equipment manufacturers, suppliers and other R&D partners also
    have access to services on 200-mm and 300-mm wafers. The services range from
    atomic layer deposition, chemical-mechanical polishing, wafer metallization and wafer
    cleaning to metrology and nanopatterning.


    Increasing importance of sustainability
    Sustainable microelectronics is increasingly becoming the focus of modern
    developments in order to address ecological challenges in the industry. By using
    resource-saving materials and energy-efficient manufacturing processes, the carbon
    footprint can be minimized. Fraunhofer IPMS is involved in a number of projects,
    including the “Green ICT @ FMD” competence center of the Research Fab
    Microelectronics Germany. The main aim is to find and evaluate alternative and more
    environmentally friendly materials or processes and to significantly reduce energy and
    material consumption during production. With this, future-proof microelectronics can
    be developed, that meet the requirements of sustainability and at the same time
    strengthen technological competitiveness.


    Bundled expertise at Semicon Europa
    Fraunhofer IPMS will be presenting its latest research results and technical possibilities
    at “Semicon Europa” from November 12 to 15 in Munich. Visitors will have the
    opportunity to get in touch with the researchers at the joint Silicon Saxony stand in Hall
    C1 #419/33. Appointments can be made in advance via the Fraunhofer IPMS website: https://www.ipms.fraunhofer.de/de/events/2024/semicon_europe.html   
    At the stand, they can also talk to experts from Fraunhofer ENAS, Fraunhofer IZMASSID
    and the Leibniz Institute for Innovative Microelectronics (IHP) - all of which are
    part of the Research Fab Microelectronics Germany (FMD).

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