Discrete Semiconductor Market, By Type (MOSFET, IGBT, Bipolar Transistor, Thyristor, Rectifier, and Other), By End User (Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Communication, Industrial, and Other End-use Verticals), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa)

Published In : Apr 2024

Code : CMI5216

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Industry : Semiconductors

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Discrete Semiconductor Market Concentration By Players

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Increased semiconductor integration in automotive electronics

Vehicles are evolving from purely mechanical transport systems into highly sophisticated mobile computing platforms packed with cutting-edge electronics. This technological shift requires a tremendous increase in the number of discrete semiconductor chips utilized per vehicle. Functions like advanced driver assist, collision avoidance, infotainment interfaces, battery management, and electric powertrain controls rely on highly integrated and specialized automotive-grade chips. As electric and self-driving cars become mainstream options, they will integrate more powerful onboard computers that run complex deep learning algorithms alongside dedicated SoCs, MCUs, PMICs, memory, and connectivity chips.

For instance, in the electric vehicle (EV) power electronics system, the insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) plays a crucial role. With the global sales of electric cars reaching 6.6 million in 2021, representing 9% of total car sales according to the IEA report, there is an increasing demand for IGBTs. In December 2021, STMicroelectronics introduced its third generation of STPOWER silicon-carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, enhancing power devices for EV powertrains and other applications prioritizing power density, energy efficiency, and reliability.

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