I picked up the god-level academic system

Chapter 478 Isn’t this too complicated?

As soon as these words came out, everyone fell silent.

At this time, Harley raised his hand and said, "Tell me about the entire work process so that everyone can understand their responsibilities."

"Well, yes."

After that, Duan Lingxiao opened the ppt interface to the page of the nanochip production process.

"In the process of making 1-nanometer chips, we have to refer to the production process of 3-nanometer chips."

"The first equipment used is photolithography technology, and everyone is familiar with the details. The function of photolithography technology is to project circuit patterns onto silicon wafers."

"However, as the size of the chip shrinks, the limitations of lithography projection will become more and more obvious, which will cause the resolution of the lithography machine to be unable to meet the standards we need."

"To solve this problem, we need more sophisticated instruments. When we develop 1-nanometer chips, we will consider extreme ultraviolet lithography machines to improve resolution."

"The second material is the transistor, which is the core material for making nanochips. However, the shadow effect will cause the electron behavior to become unstable, thereby affecting the performance of the transistor."

"So, in the design of transistors, we need to find new materials to ensure the stability of the transistors."

"The third consideration is the migration and power consumption of electrons. When the migration distance of electrons in the transistor becomes shorter, more heat will be generated. Therefore, power consumption is also a problem we need to solve."

"The last issue is cost. As the size of the transistors we use continues to shrink, the cost of manufacturing chips will also increase significantly."

"Fortunately, however, this matter is not a concern for us and all costs will be borne by Warwick."

"To sum up, what we have to solve are the above three problems, photolithography machines, transistor materials and power consumption issues."

After finishing speaking, Duan Lingxiao saw that everyone was silent and asked, "Why are your eyes full of confusion? When we were studying nano flying blades, didn't we also use a lot of high-end equipment?"

"Boss, we were just using it at that time, but now we need to build it. There is still a gap between the two." The employees complained.

"Well, this is indeed it." He had to admit that theoretically speaking, this kind of purely application thing did require a lot of energy in the manufacturing process.

"Okay, as for the specific equipment needed, we will discuss it with Mr. Xu and the others after we arrive in Warwick to see if there is any better way."

"The next thing is the focus, the process flow of making nanochips."

With that said, Duan Lingxiao typed the ppt to the next page.

“Throughout the entire production process, the basic material we need is silica particles.”

"The first step is to make a silicon ingot. This silicon ingot is about 100 kilograms. In order to make it infinitely close to 100% electronic silicon, we need to complete multiple purifications and filtrations before melting."

"The second step is to cut the silicon ingot into silicon wafers. They are then polished and refined."

"The third step is the production of CPU circuit patterns and photolithography of silicon wafers."

"The fourth step is to use ions to change the conductive properties of the silicon wafer, and then wash away the photoresist on it to expose the complete photolithography pattern."

“After completing the above four steps, what remains is a series of finishing work, including etching, electroplating, hierarchical interconnection, testing and slicing, etc.”

"Okay, these are the basic operations. It sounds simple, but in actual operation, it's not that easy."

Duan Lingxiao's tone was very relaxed, but the employee sitting below kept taking deep breaths, feeling like he was going to die.

"Of course, this is just our job. As for what is stated in the contract that the mobile phone will not be officially delivered until it is completed, there is no need to consider it for the time being."

"Because once the chip is produced, the rest is Warwick's task."

"What's going on with everyone today? Are you all lifeless? Speak up enthusiastically and stir up the atmosphere of the venue." Duan Lingxiao encouraged.

But what we were greeted with were lamentations one after another.

"What's going on? Why are you sighing? I didn't see you like this when I was making the Nano Flying Blade?"

Although Duan Lingxiao knew that the pressure was high, he never expected that this scene would become a one-man show.

At this time, an employee silently raised his hand.

"Director Duan, please forgive me."

"Say it, I'm listening." Duan Lingxiao said with a smile.

"In the previous production process of the nano flying blade, most of the work was actually handed over to Beihua University and you. Our job was to observe the data and record the experimental content."

"As for such a complicated process, none of us have mastered it."

"But this time it's completely different. Are you sure we have to do all this ourselves?"

"Yes." Duan Lingxiao nodded and said, "I remember you are all big names in the technology world. When you first joined Pratt & Whitney, weren't you all professionals?"

"But Mr. Duan, we haven't touched these things in more than ten years."

"Aren't there some new people here? They just graduated from Beihua University. They should understand these production processes, right?" Duan Lingxiao pointed at a few new employees and said.

"Director Duan, we have indeed heard of these operation steps, but in school, they are just simple experiments. They have not been practiced in actual practice, and the results are not guaranteed."

"It doesn't matter, I will let you guarantee the effect." Duan Lingxiao said confidently, "As for the technology, you don't have to worry too much. I will train you when you arrive."

"What we are going to talk about next is the task deadline and arrangement."

"Warwick's mission is very urgent, leaving us only nine months to complete chip production."

As soon as Duan Lingxiao finished speaking, the employees started complaining.

"Nine months? Are you too nervous? Director Duan."

"Isn't this possible? We only have 25 people. Don't any of Warwick's employees do this? You can come over and help."

"Are students from Beihua University willing to do part-time jobs? Can we hire some temporary staff?"

Duan Lingxiao rejected everyone's suggestions.

"Everyone, I know everyone will be very tired, but the only people we can rely on right now are ourselves."

"The 1-nanometer chip, like the nano-flying blade, was once an unattainable dream for mankind. Since we want to do it, we can only complete it silently, and we must not publicize it everywhere with great fanfare."

"Coupled with the tight schedule and heavy workload, I have decided that when I arrive in Warwick tomorrow, I will propose to Mr. Xu that we don't need to go home and just sleep in the company."

"There's no need for a luxurious bed. I just grab some quilts and mats from home and spread them on the floor."

"Anyway, Warwick is in charge of the food, so you don't have to worry about eating, drinking, sleeping, just getting the job done."