GlobalFoundries Enhances Technology Platforms to Enable Critical Applications for Next Generation Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
August 29 2023 - 1:00PM
At its annual Technology Summit beginning today, GlobalFoundries
(GF) (Nasdaq: GFS), announced advancements for two of its
technology platforms that will support the growing demand for the
technologies needed for autonomous, connected and electrified
vehicles.
The 40ESF3 AutoPro175 technology will be part of GF’s existing
AutoPro™ platform, which provides GF’s automotive customers a broad
set of technology solutions and manufacturing services that
minimize certification efforts and speed time-to-market. With a
junction temperature of 175°C, this technology is suited to manage
the critical functions of a vehicle under temperature extremes.
“By leveraging this 40nm technology on GF’s AutoPro platform,
Bosch will continue to build cutting-edge solutions that address
the growing needs of the automotive industry for software-defined
vehicles that rely on complex electronics systems that are
controllable and reliable,” said Jens Fabrowsky, Executive
Vice President Automotive Electronics at Robert Bosch GmbH.
In addition, GF is advancing its portfolio of power management
solutions with its 130BCDLite Gen2 ATV125, part of GF’s
BCD/BCDLite® platforms. The technology will enable multiple
automotive applications, allowing for die shrink and higher
conversion efficiency for products requiring up to 40V, while also
meeting the rigorous Auto Grade 1 qualification—a standard
indicating the component's reliability in extreme automotive
temperatures. Over 30 customers are currently engaged on the
130BCD/BCDLite platforms, enabling them to efficiently develop
products with cost-effective integration of diverse functionality
with power devices across a wide range of voltages.
“As a highly innovative company, Inova Semiconductors is
expecting the same from its suppliers as we continue to provide to
our global automotive customers reliable, high-quality chips
enabling easier, faster, and more reliable communication inside the
vehicle. We are pleased to collaborate with GlobalFoundries on new
technologies that meet and exceed the demands of the industry,”
said Robert Kraus, CEO at Inova Semiconductors.
As vehicles transition from mechanical to electronic systems,
the number of semiconductor chips they house has soared. A typical
car uses approximately 1000 chips, with some electric vehicles
boasting over 3,000. As consumer demand grows, this number will
only increase.
“The shift from internal combustion engines (ICE) to autonomous,
connected, and electrified (ACE) requires vehicle re-architecture.
GF is perfectly positioned for this shift, and our recent
technology advances support increased safety, enhanced user
experience, and sustainability through vehicle electrification,” GF
Chief Business Unit Officer Mike Hogan said.
Both technologies are planned to be fully qualified and released
into production by September 2023, and will help ensure technology
readiness, operational excellence, and a robust automotive-ready
quality system to continually improve quality and reliability
throughout the product life cycle.
About GTS: GF Technology Summit (GTS) 2023 is
GF’s worldwide, annual series of technology-focused events.
GTS brings together leaders from the commercial, business and
research worlds to understand the latest technology challenges and
opportunities, and partner to create the most innovative
applications and solutions.
About GF:
GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor
manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor
manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process
technology solutions that provide leadership performance in
pervasive high growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design,
development, and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse
workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the
U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its
worldwide customers. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
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GF
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