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This video describes one of the most important factors in how AMD
surged ahead to become a world leader in semiconductor
manufacturing. In its description of APM, you get an aerial view and
tour inside AMD’s 200mm Fab 30 in Dresden, Germany as it existed in
2005. It represents the pinnacle of 200mm manufacturing technology,
with high levels of automation and cluster tools. You also find out
how computers were used in what was a revolutionary advance
in chip manufacturing. With APM, AMD was able to push chip making
equipment beyond specified limits, making their ICs better. Take
note of the lack of paper and proliferation of computers. Also, the
wafers are boxed away in mini-environments rather than being in open
cassettes, typical of older chip factories.
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