STMicroelectronics Unveils 55nm EFlash Technology For Automotive MCU
STMicroelectronics, a semiconductor supplier to the automotive industry, has unveiled 55nm embedded Flash (eFlash) process technology, which will be be implemented in automotive microcontroller (MCU) chips.
According to STMicroelectronics, the new technology will enable it to provide performance improvement and greater value to its customers and will be the basis for ST's future Automotive 32-bit Power Architecture-based MCU roadmap.
In addition, the company's MCU products which are to implement 55nm eFlash technology are expected to provide services to automotive applications, including engine management and transmission, car body controllers and safety/ADAS.
Marco Monti, general manager of automotive electronics division at STMicroelectronics, said: “Embedded Flash is an absolutely critical technology in a chip maker's arsenal to deliver cutting-edge System-on-Chip ICs for automotive applications. Both the development and manufacturing at our Crolles site will ensure the high quality and adequate supply for our automotive customers.”
STMicroelectronics will be is expanding its production of eFlash technology at its 300mm manufacturing facility in Crolles, France. The first 55nm eFlash product is expected to be available for customer sampling in mid-2011, and automotive qualification in 2013.
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