The design of semiconductor devices is an extremely complex and costly process. Numerous design and test iterations are typically necessary to finally complete a successful device. Competition in the industry has forced semiconductor manufacturers to reduce design cycle times and costs. One method now being used to accomplish these objectives is concurrent engineering. This paper will review how concurrent engineering is being integrated into semiconductor device development and how artificial intelligence-based models will support concurrent engineering implementation. Major changes are needed in design simulation, methods of knowledge sharing, and incorporating best practices. A semantic network is proposed that retains the knowledge of a product in a central repository as various engineers contribute to the product's development. The knowledge contained in this central repository can be referenced for applicability by engineers during product design, development, and production.
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Rogers, K.J.(., Priest, J.W. & Haddock, G. The use of semantic networks to support concurrent engineering in semiconductor product development. J Intell Manuf 6, 311–319 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00124675
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