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It is the first and the latest 3D chip packaging project in India, designed on the basis of the glass substrate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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It is under development in Bhubaneswar, rendering Bhubaneswar an important hub of semiconductors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The facility employs new semiconductor packaging technology that is the next generation, 3D heterogeneous integration (3DHI).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The investment in the project is approximately 1,943 crore, which is aided by the central and state governments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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It is being done by 3D Glass Solutions in its Indian subsidiary.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The semiconductor unit production will be 50 million assembled units per year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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It will also manufacture 70,000 glass panels in a year and improve 3D modules of incorporation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Approximately 2,500 direct and indirect jobs are projected to be created with the project, which will enhance local employment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The chips produced will be applied in industries such as AI, 5G\/6G, aerospace, defence and data centres.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The project complies with the government’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Odisha is the first Indian state to have a semiconductor fabrication and a 3D packaging plant.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The project enhances the semiconductor value chain in India and minimises importation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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It will be appealing to international technology investments and collaborations ahead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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The facility will enable new technologies such as artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Recently Asked PYQs on Semiconductor<\/h2>\n
Question: Which of the following materials is commonly used as a semiconductor? (UPSC Prelims)
\nA. Copper
\nB. Silicon
\nC. Aluminium
\nD. Iron<\/p>\nAnswer: B. Silicon
\nExplanation: Silicon is the most widely used semiconductor material due to its suitable electrical conductivity and abundance.<\/p>\nQuestion: The conductivity of a semiconductor increases with: (SSC CGL)
\nA. Decrease in temperature
\nB. Increase in temperature
\nC. Constant temperature
\nD. No relation<\/p>\nAnswer: B. Increase in temperature
\nExplanation: In semiconductors, higher temperature increases charge carriers, thus increasing conductivity.<\/p>\nQuestion: Which of the following is an example of a p-type semiconductor? (RRB NTPC)
\nA. Pure Silicon
\nB. Silicon doped with Boron
\nC. Germanium only
\nD. Copper<\/p>\nAnswer: B. Silicon doped with Boron
\nExplanation: P-type semiconductors are formed by doping with trivalent elements like boron.<\/p>\nQuestion: What is the function of a diode in semiconductor devices? (SSC CHSL)
\nA. Amplify signal
\nB. Store energy
\nC. Allow current in one direction
\nD. Increase resistance<\/p>\nAnswer: C. Allow current in one direction
\nExplanation: Diodes permit current flow in only one direction, used in rectification.<\/p>\nQuestion: Which element is used for n-type doping? (UPSC CDS)
\nA. Boron
\nB. Gallium
\nC. Phosphorus
\nD. Aluminium<\/p>\nAnswer: C. Phosphorus
\nExplanation: Pentavalent elements like phosphorus provide extra electrons, forming n-type semiconductors.<\/p>\nQuestion: Semiconductor devices are widely used in: (SSC GD)
\nA. Agriculture only
\nB. Electronics
\nC. Construction
\nD. Textile<\/p>\nAnswer: B. Electronics
\nExplanation: Semiconductors are the backbone of all electronic devices like mobiles, computers, chips.<\/p>\nQuestion: Which of the following has the highest conductivity? (UPSC Prelims)
\nA. Insulator
\nB. Semiconductor
\nC. Conductor
\nD. None<\/p>\nAnswer: C. Conductor
\nExplanation: Conductors have maximum free electrons, hence highest conductivity.<\/p>\nQuestion: What is the band gap in semiconductors? (UPSC)
\nA. Zero
\nB. Very large
\nC. Small
\nD. Infinite<\/p>\nAnswer: C. Small
\nExplanation: Semiconductors have a small band gap, allowing controlled conductivity.<\/p>\nQuestion: Which device is made using semiconductors? (RRB Group D)
\nA. Transformer
\nB. Transistor
\nC. Generator
\nD. Motor<\/p>\nAnswer: B. Transistor
\nExplanation: Transistors are semiconductor devices used for amplification and switching.<\/p>\nQuestion: India\u2019s semiconductor mission is related to?
\nA. Agriculture
\nB. Electronics manufacturing
\nC. Defence only
\nD. Space research<\/p>\nAnswer: B. Electronics manufacturing
\nExplanation: India Semiconductor Mission focuses on chip manufacturing and reducing import dependency.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.class24.study\/userfiles\/newimages\/ChatGPT%20Image%20Apr%2023%2C%202026%2C%2005_57_17%20PM.png\")
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