Scientists at Rice University, Houston, analyzed patterns of graphene—a single-atom-thick sheet of carbon—grown in a furnace via chemical vapor deposition.
Software solution for composite qualifications
Granta Design, UK, announced a new software solution and service that supports a rigorous, auditable composite qualification process, particularly where data traceability is important for regulatory and other purposes.
NASA’s Curiosity Rover Report: Rover Walkabout
Curiosity wraps up an investigation at Mars’ Pink Cliffs while trying out a style of exploration used by geologists on Earth called “the walkabout.” Be sure to see Dr. John Grotzinger, chief scientist and head of strategic science planning for NASA’s $2.5 billion Curiosity rover mission to Mars in the keynote session at this year’s […]
Cypress and Spansion complete $5 billion merger
Cypress Semiconductor Corp., San Jose, Calif., and Spansion Inc., Sunnyvale, Calif., have closed the merger of the two companies in an all-stock, tax-free transaction valued at approximately $5 billion.
SEMI forecasts strong fab equipment spending in 2015
SEMI, San Jose, Calif., has updated its SEMI World Fab Forecast outlooks for 2015 and 2016.