As electronic devices become ever more complex and device geometries continue to shrink, understanding and diagnosing failure mechanisms has never been more critical. In this edition of Electronic Failure Analysis Magazine, we bring these advanced insights to the vibrant and growing Irish semiconductor ecosystem — where innovation, research, and manufacturing are increasingly setting global benchmarks.
Ireland is rapidly solidifying its role as a major centre for semiconductor technology and research. With over 130 indigenous and multinational companies and a workforce of around 20,000 people, the Irish semiconductor industry generates billions in annual exports and continues to attract strategic investments across Europe.
At Quantum Design UK and Ireland (QDUKI), we’re uniquely positioned to support this market with cutting-edge failure analysis tools and scientific expertise. From universities like University College Dublin driving next-generation research, to global semiconductor design and manufacturing facilities across Cork, Dublin, and the wider island of Ireland, our solutions can help you tackle the toughest analytical challenges.
In This Issue
- Analysing Complex Circuit Failures: Dive into advanced techniques for tackling failures in multi-layer circuit structures—critical knowledge for semiconductor fabs and research labs alike.
- Ellipsometry in Electronic Failure Analysis: Learn how ellipsometry is unlocking new perspectives in materials and interface evaluation — valuable for process engineers and materials scientists in Ireland’s chip design and manufacturing sectors.
- Sub-20 nm Defect Detection: We explore methodologies to detect and characterise defects and ultrathin residues that can compromise device reliability in nodes driving today’s high-performance chips.
- Infrared Imaging for Contactless Measurement: Discover how infrared technology provides new avenues for non-destructive testing — especially relevant as Ireland’s semiconductor and advanced electronics companies push into sophisticated R&D and production workflows.
- Case Study: Get insights from leading semiconductor players who have implemented advanced failure analysis solutions successfully.
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Why This Matters for Ireland
Ireland’s semiconductor industry is not just an important part of the national economy — it’s a strategic hub within Europe’s broader semiconductor ambitions. The government’s Silicon Island strategy underscores a commitment to fostering innovation, attracting investment, and growing advanced manufacturing and R&D capabilities on the island.
With this foundation, organisations across Ireland — from university research departments to major semiconductor fabs — will need access to tools that can keep pace with the increasing complexity of electronic components and materials. That’s where QDUKI comes in: we combine deep technical knowledge with a comprehensive suite of instrumentation to help Irish teams solve real-world scientific challenges and accelerate their projects from concept through to production.
