Title: Semiconductor Research Corporation Receives $285 Million Grant for SMART USA Institute
The Department of Commerce has awarded the Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC) and its partners, along with Georgia Institute of Technology, $285 million to establish and operate the 18th Manufacturing USA Institute. The focus of the Semiconductor Manufacturing and Advanced Research with Twins (SMART USA) Institute will be on utilizing digital twins to expedite the development and implementation of microelectronics. With over 150 partner entities from various sectors, SMART USA will span more than 30 states and have a combined funding of $1 billion.
This initiative marks the creation of the first-of-its-kind CHIPS Manufacturing USA Institute. Georgia Tech’s involvement in the SMART USA Institute highlights its pioneering research in chip and advanced packaging technologies, leveraging interdisciplinary research institutes to drive innovation. The goal is to ensure that the benefits of semiconductor and advanced packaging discoveries extend beyond the lab, positively impacting the economy and quality of life in Georgia and the United States.
Collaborating with SRC for more than two decades, Georgia Tech is excited to continue this partnership through the SMART USA Institute. The awarding of the Digital Twin Manufacturing USA Institute is a testament to the shared vision of advancing U.S. leadership in semiconductors and advanced packaging. As a founding member of the SMART USA Institute, Georgia Tech is committed to contributing significantly to achieving the institute’s goals and objectives.
The SMART USA Institute aims to enhance American digital twin technology and apply it to the semiconductor supply chain, enabling rapid process optimization, predictive maintenance, and agile responses to disruptions. These efforts will strengthen U.S. global competitiveness, ensuring that the country benefits from American innovation on a large scale.
In conclusion, the establishment of the SMART USA Institute represents a significant milestone in advancing semiconductor and advanced packaging technologies. The collaboration between industry, academia, and research institutions will drive innovation, economic growth, and improve the quality of life in Georgia and across the United States. Continued support and engagement with initiatives like the SMART USA Institute are crucial for sustaining leadership in the semiconductor industry.
