What are the Future Trends in Interconnect Technology?
Future trends in interconnect technology focus on developing materials and methods that minimize resistance and capacitance. Some promising areas include:
Exploring carbon nanotubes and graphene as potential materials for interconnects due to their superior electrical properties. Advancements in quantum computing that require ultra-fast interconnects. Integration of optical interconnects to replace traditional electrical ones, offering higher speed and lower power consumption. Research in molecular electronics that aims to use individual molecules as interconnects.
