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Single Wafer vs Batch Wafer Processing

In both semiconductor device and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) manufacturing, wafer processes are generally divided into single wafer and batch processing. …

memsstar Supports University of Edinburgh MEMS Researchers

memsstar’s close collaboration with the University of Edinburgh has resulted in the first in a series of published MEMS research …

Heterogeneous Integration Versus Dimensional Scaling; One Year In (Part 2)

In the first part of this series, I covered the perspectives of dimensional scaling vs. heterogeneous integration based on discussions …

SEMICON West 2016: Update from the Semiconductor Suppliers

Every year at SEMICON West, in addition to taking in keynotes and technology sessions, I like to catch up with …

memsstar and Plasma-Therm Partner to Strengthen MEMS Technology Offering in North America

LIVINGTON, Scotland and ST. PETERSBURG, Florida (Feb. 28, 2017) — memsstar Ltd. and Plasma-Therm LLC, both leading providers of semiconductor …

As MEMS Hits Its Stride, memsstar Is Ready

Over the last few years, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) have moved into the mainstream electronics markets as established technologies, and are …

Environmental and Biosensor Technology for MEMS Manufacturing

Biological and environmental sensors offer unique manufacturing challenges beyond those of other MEMS and sensor-based devices. Fundamentally, sensors incorporating merged …

Does MEMS fit into China’s “Made in China” Plan?

  Renowned for their high volume product manufacturing capabilities, China is now turning its attention to the technology market. As …

Technology and Economic Predictions for 2016

Each year, Solid State Technology asks industry leaders for their views on the technological and economic outlook for the year …

memsstar appoints new European Sales Manager

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Peter Aitken as European Sales Manager. Peter joined us on 5th October …