Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing semiconductors and related solid- state devices. Important products of this industry are semiconductor diodes and stacks, including rectifiers, integrated microcircuits (semiconductor networks), transistors, solar cells, and light sensing and emitting semi-conductor (solid-state) devices.
The semiconductor industry (NAICS 3674) is experiencing several noteworthy qualitative trends. One significant trend is the continuous advancement and miniaturization of semiconductor technologies, driven by Moore's Law. Companies are pushing towards smaller nodes, with 5nm and even 3nm technologies becoming more commonplace. These advancements enable greater performance and energy efficiency, essential for high-demand applications such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and edge computing.
Another trend is the increasing focus on specialized semiconductors. With the rise of AI and ML, there is a growing demand for application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and system-on-chip (SoC) designs that can deliver optimized performance for specific tasks. This trend is particularly evident in industries like autonomous vehicles, healthcare, and IoT (Internet of Things).
Geopolitical and supply chain challenges have also shaped the industry, prompting companies to diversify their manufacturing bases and invest in local production capacities. Governments in the US, Europe, and other regions are providing incentives to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing, reducing dependency on specific global regions.
Looking to the near future, the semiconductor industry is poised for robust growth, driven by enduring demand in key sectors such as 5G, automotive technology, and consumer electronics. AI and quantum computing developments will further broaden the scope of semiconductor applications. Industry forecasts suggest strong investment in R&D to sustain innovation and address the increasing complexity and cost of new semiconductor technologies. Nevertheless, supply chain resilience and geopolitical factors will remain crucial considerations for sustained growth and stability.
Computer logic modules
Controlled rectifiers, solid-state
Diodes, solid state (germanium, silicon, etc.)
Fuel cells, solid-state
Gunn effect devices
Hall effect devices
Hybrid integrated circuits
Infrared sensors, solid-state
Laser diodes
Light emitting diodes
Light sensitive devices, solid-state
Magnetic bubble memory device
Magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) devices
Memories, solid-state
Metal oxide silicon (MOS) devices
Microcircuits, integrated (semiconductor)
Microprocessors
Modules, solid-state
Molecular devices, solid-state
Monolithic integrated circuits (solid-state)
Optical isolators
Parametric diodes
Photoconductive cells
Photoelectric cells, solid-state (electronic eye)
Photoelectric magnetic devices
Photovoltaic devices, solid-state
Random access memories (RAMS)
Read only memories (ROMS)
Rectifiers, solid-state
Schottky diodes
Semiconductor circuit networks (solid state integrated circuits)
Semiconductor devices
Silicon wafers, chemically doped
Solar cells
Solid-state electronic devices
Strain gages, solid-state
Stud bases or mounts for semiconductor devices
Switches, silicon control
Thermionic devices, solid-state
Thermoelectric devices, solid-stare
Thin film circuits
Thyristors
Transistors
Tunnel diodes
Ultraviolet sensors, solid state
Variable capacitance diodes
Wafers(semiconductor devices)
Zener diodes
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