Online access to MPW semiconductor chip tape-out service

eSilicon Corporation has launched its new automated, instant online quote system for multi-project wafer (MPW) shuttle services, a service used for prototyping small quantity of semiconductor chips for VLSI chip designers. The online service can be accessed through web or smartphone to generates executable MPW quotes. eSilicon is providing its MPW services on most nodes from leading semiconductor fab service provider TSMC at 20nm-350nm and also from another leading semiconductor fab service provider GLOBALFOUNDRIES on most nodes at 20nm-180nm. eSilicon explains: MPWs reduce IC prototyping cost by up to 90 percent versus a full production mask by grouping multiple IC designs on one wafer shuttle; mask and wafer costs are shared by multiple program participants. MPWs are used for product prototyping; verification of IP, standard-cell libraries and I/Os; device characterization; and low-quantity production runs. MPWs are a good match for research or early development projects looking for proof of concept, rather than thousands of die. IP suppliers use low-cost MPW shuttles to experiment with new circuitry or verify working silicon. The services offered by eSilicon includes: Validate database integrity Validate CAD content Validate process options and attributes Submit tooling request after thorough data collection and checking Address mismatches between the databas...