Options Narrow at 45 nm

Laura Peters, Senior Editor
Semiconductor International
1/1/2006

Abstract:
As 45 nm nears, several of the technologies that were being considered for this node are being delayed, such as high-k dielectrics with metal gates and 3-D structures. What has not been delayed — and the industry cannot live without — is strain engineering for enhanced mobility and drive current.

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