SkyWater Signs IP Licensing Agreement with Infineon

SkyWater Technology Secures Access to Silicon-Proven Mixed-Signal ASIC Design IP

SkyWater Technology has recently announced a significant milestone in the semiconductor industry by signing an IP licensing agreement with Infineon Technologies. This agreement provides SkyWater with access to a library of silicon-proven, mixed-signal ASIC design IP, originally developed by Cypress Semiconductor and validated in high-volume, automotive-grade applications.

The licensed IP will be released through SkyWater’s S130 platform, enabling customers to design and manufacture high-reliability mixed-signal SoCs entirely within a secure US supply chain. This move is seen as a strategic step towards enhancing US semiconductor independence in critical sectors such as automotive, industrial, and defense systems.

Ross Miller, SVP of SkyWater’s Commercial and A&D Business, emphasized the significance of this agreement, stating, “This is about reshaping the future of semiconductor innovation in the US. By combining proven, silicon-validated IP with trusted US manufacturing, we’re empowering customers to design and manufacture reliable mixed-signal ASICs at scale within a secure domestic supply chain.”

The S130 platform offers a comprehensive suite of mixed-signal building blocks, including embedded Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) options and SRAM compilers, catering to various industries such as automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer sectors.

With plans to integrate this IP portfolio into its Technology as a Service (TaaS) model, SkyWater aims to support ASIC developers, system companies, and government customers seeking long-term, scalable US manufacturing solutions. The portfolio includes key components like ADCs, DACs, power management, timing, and communications modules, validated in mission-critical applications.

Furthermore, SkyWater will prioritize the conversion of these IP blocks for general foundry use based on customer demand across different markets and provide full design enablement support, including PDKs, documentation, and integration assistance for qualified engagements.

This collaboration between SkyWater and Infineon marks a significant advancement in the semiconductor industry, paving the way for enhanced innovation and reliable mixed-signal ASIC solutions within a secure US supply chain.