Core Insights - Veeco Instruments Inc. has shipped its NSA500™ Nanosecond Annealing system to a leading semiconductor company for the production of 2-nanometer gate-all-around logic chips, marking a significant milestone in advanced semiconductor manufacturing [1][4] - The NSA500™ evaluation programs at two other leading-edge customers are progressing well, with high interest from additional logic and memory customers for evaluation of Veeco's systems [2] - The NSA500 system offers advanced capabilities for precise annealing applications, including shallow anneals for 3D devices and low thermal budget anneals, which are crucial for the production of next-generation chips [3][4] Company Overview - Veeco is an innovative manufacturer of semiconductor process equipment, specializing in technologies such as laser annealing, ion beam, and chemical vapor deposition, which are essential for the fabrication of advanced semiconductor devices [5] - The NSA500 system is expected to significantly expand Veeco's served available market, particularly in sectors like artificial intelligence and high-performance computing [4]
Veeco Ships Nanosecond Annealing System Targeting High Volume Production of 2 Nanometer Gate-All-Around Chips