Silvaco TCAD Semiconductor Process and Device Development and Simulation

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Overview

The semiconductor industry today is fundamentally built on the assumption that virtually every aspect of a chip or discrete device is first designed in software. Whether it be the fundamental semiconductor process technology or the semiconductor devices themselves, TCAD has become the foundation of semiconductor development.

Process simulation enables the optimization and precise control of diverse processing steps, including implantation, oxidation, diffusion, etching, and deposition, among others. Victory Process is the premier software solution for simulation of semiconductor manufacturing processes around the world.

Device simulation takes either process simulation data or predefined device geometries, doping profiles, and other relevant data, and simulates electrical device performances. Victory Device is the go-to solution for highly accurate development and simulation of semiconductor devices.

Design Technology Co-Optimization (DTCO) enhances designs across various domains like Layout, Process, Device, SPICE, and RC extraction. Providing a comprehensive TCAD to SPICE flow within an integrated DTCO environment yields actionable insights for optimizing circuit design. DTCO is an inherent philosophy within TCAD and ensures that what you see in simulation is what you get in the actual physical device.

Virtual Experimentation found in Victory Design of Experiments enables developers to explore cause-and-effect relationships by altering device design, technology, or operational conditions to enhance device performance. Victory DoE enables experimenting with different physical theories, adjusting model parameters to match simulated and measured results, thereby gaining a deeper understanding of device performance. Hundreds or thousands of DOE experiments may be set up and run simultaneously alleviating the need for expensive wafer runs.

Silvaco’s TCAD solutions provides clear communication of device complexities thereby simplifying the communication of intricate semiconductor device design and processing. TCAD facilitates collaborative problem-solving and explanation of issues and opportunities among engineers with diverse technical backgrounds. TCAD also aids in conveying device and process changes clearly, elucidating potential performance enhancements while streamlining manufacturing cycles.