Raytheon To Develop Ultrawide Bandgap Semiconductors For DARPA

Raytheon says diamond and aluminum nitride-based semiconductors are the next big thing in electronics.

Credit: Raytheon
DARPA has awarded Raytheon a contract to develop “foundational” ultrawide bandgap semiconductors based on diamond and aluminum nitride technology. The semiconductors could increase power delivery and better manage heat in radar and radio communications systems, Raytheon said on Oct. 2. Raytheon has...
Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

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