Silicon Carbide keyword | Ceramic Industry

GT ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES: Silicon Carbide Production Solution

The SiClone 200 furnace is a production-ready sublimation furnace, along with process technology, hot zones, and technical support to companies wishing to produce silicon carbide boules and wafers.

July 25, 2017

No Comments

GT Advanced Technologies recently announced that it has launched a silicon carbide production solution with a stable and repeatable process, reportedly capable of producing high-quality, semiconductor-grade, 6-in. silicon carbide boules.

Semiconductor-Grade Ceramics Enable Future Electronics

Engineered ceramics enable clean, consistent wafer processing, front-end semiconductor fabrication, and back-end chip packaging.

Dean Warner

June 1, 2017

No Comments

Perhaps the most impactful invention in modern history, the transistor is at the core of semiconductor devices and has dramatically transformed virtually every industry while helping spawn many new ones. As illustrated in Figure 1, today’s microchips can contain over a billion transistors and are improving our cars, phones, and refrigerators—empowering internet searches, genetic research, and smart sensors. How different would our world be today without these integrated circuit (IC) “microchips?”

Superior Graphite Announces Strategic Realignment

Superior Graphite’s realignment will reportedly accelerate investments in specialty high-temperature products and enhanced infrastructure, as well as executive appointments to support the new strategy.

May 31, 2017

No Comments

Superior Graphite recently announced a multi-year strategic plan and new management organization.

L&L; SPECIAL FURNACE CO.: Ceramic Curing Furnace

The curing process is reportedly achieved by heating the parts slowly to drive off moisture without affecting part integrity.

May 31, 2017

No Comments

L&L Special Furnace Co., Inc. has delivered a second car bottom furnace used for curing complex ceramic composites, silicon carbide plates and military-grade armaments.

Strong Growth Anticipated for Silicon Carbide in Semiconductors

High demand from the solar panel industry is a key trend impacting the market for silicon carbide in semiconductor applications.

May 30, 2017

No Comments

The global market for silicon carbide in semiconductor applications is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.12% from 2017-2021.

Advanced Ceramics in the Defense Industry

Ceramic composite armor materials are currently being investigated by researchers to take advantage of the potential for improved performance and reduced weight.

Ying Zhu, Ph.D. Adam Healey

April 3, 2017

No Comments

Within the defense industry, advanced ceramics are at the heart of modern armor systems due to their comparatively low weight and high performance during ballistic-scale impacts. Ceramic materials have been developed as an armor material since World War I, when enameling of steel plates was shown to improve their resistance to incoming bullets.

New Kyocera President is Top News

Last week, readers were most interested in the appointment of Hideo Tanimoto as the new president of Kyocera Corp.

Susan Sutton

March 20, 2017

No Comments

This weekly roundup highlights the ceramic, glass, refractories, brick and related news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Advanced Ceramics Market to Top $10 Billion by 2021

One key factor driving the advanced ceramics market is rising demand in the medical industry for use in joint implantation and dental implants.

March 13, 2017

No Comments

The advanced ceramics market is projected to reach $10.41 billion by 2021, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% during the forecast period.

Continued Expansion Expected for China’s Silicon Carbide Market

Total silicon carbide output in China was estimated to be about 1.05 million tons in 2016, with a capacity utilization rate of 47.7%.

March 7, 2017

No Comments

China is the largest producer and exporter of silicon carbide in the world, with capacity reaching 2.2 million tons (more than 80% of the global total).

Raw & Manufactured Materials: 2017 Overview

January 4, 2017

No Comments

Welcome to our annual look at key raw and manufactured materials used in the ceramic, glass, refractories, brick, and related industries. Here you’ll find production and import/export information, as well as details regarding applications and future trends.