Scholar’s Advanced Technological System

Institute of Semiconductors, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

The lab is as busy as ever.

As a comprehensive semiconductor science research institute that integrates semiconductor physics, materials, devices, and applications, this is not only the top semiconductor research institution in China, but also one of the participants in the Longteng series of chip projects.

Some time ago, because of the Longteng chip, this research institution that participated in the R & D center as a cooperative unit has gained popularity all over the world.

But it is also because of this heavy glory that people here feel the pressure on their shoulders.

No one dares to take it lightly.

The change from a chaser to a chased has changed not only the status of the industry, but also a responsibility about the industry itself. And if this kind of advantage cannot be maintained, the previous effort will be meaningless ...

Now the most important task of the entire institute is to do everything possible to improve the integration of carbon-based transistors in a unit area of ​​carbon-based chips, so that the efficiency of carbon-based chips can be further exerted without giving their opponents a little breath Opportunity to squeeze silicon-based chips out of the market as quickly as possible ...

now.

In an office of the IC Design Center.

Director Li is wearing a professional version of the virtual reality helmet, like Academician Liu Changqing sitting opposite him, leaning motionlessly on the sofa, and led by the academician visited the new department of the Institute of Semiconductors of the Chinese Academy of Sciences—

"Here is our new laboratory. Star Sky Technology has specially developed a development tool for us. We are also testing the software with them-oh yes, I almost forgot the most important thing, the name of this stuff It's called a virtual IC workshop, and we usually just call it an IC workshop. "

In the empty room, the flowing light and shadow are like visible entities, reassembled into a vertically suspended square sheet in the hands of Academician Liu Changqing, and briefly demonstrated the function of this development tool to Director Li next to him.

"... All tools and operations can be completed through an interactive interface, whether it is the movement, rotation or partial modification of objects. And these tasks can be done by one person or by multiple people ... Isn't it amazing? ? "

"It's more than magic, it's just amazing ..." There was shock on his face, but while speaking the first half of the sentence with emotion, Director Li's face couldn't help but write a hint of confusion, " But what use is it? "

"It is very useful," Academician Liu smiled and continued. "With some simple geometric images and parameter settings, we can use this development tool called 'IC Lab' to simulate carbon in a virtual reality environment. Integrated circuit based on chip and design the circuit details. "

Eyebrows suddenly raised, and Director Li was surprised.

"Meaning, can this thing replace experiments ?!"

This is awesome!

"Replacement experiments are definitely not possible, but this technology can help us save a lot of time in the design process."

Talking, Dean Liu Changqing turned his wrist and moved a few fingers, and the light yellow line suspended in his hand was like a puppet hanging upside down, quickly switching the form under the traction of an invisible lifting line, and watching Director Li Dazzled.

"... All components have been scaled up. With the help of it, we don't have to stick to traditional drawings and computers to work. In short, according to the young people in the institute, in this virtual IC design laboratory, It's easier to be inspired by groundbreaking work. "

Compared with other old academicians of the same age, Liu Changqing is the one who is more able to accept new things. Therefore, when they were contacted by Xingkong Technology, they immediately introduced the technology into the institute.

And it turns out that his choice was extremely correct. This development tool not only made the boring design work a little more fun, but also doubled the work efficiency of their IC design department.

It's not just IC design.

The same type of technology can actually be applied to many fields, from the modular design of a product to the simulation of urban layout.

The positive impact of liberating creative work from rigid drawings is far more than just making the work more interesting and simple in form, but it will completely liberate creativity and inspiration and plug in the entire creative work. wing.

Of course, these are just some of the ideas he made from the perspective of a scholar, not to mention he also believes that Professor Lu's wisdom must have thought of these long ago.

Otherwise, the people of Xingkong Technology will not come to their door to sell this service called "IC Workshop" to them.

After taking Director Li to visit the details of the IC workshop, the two quit the phantom system and took off their helmets, and returned to the office.

The two teas on the coffee table had cooled down, but Director Li's eyes were hotter than before wearing the helmet.

Prior to this, he never expected that this game, which he originally thought was just a game console, would have such a great effect.

Reaching out and picking up the tea cup, Academician Liu continued the topic that he hadn't finished before.

"... In short, this gadget is indeed a good thing. The IC design industry in our country can be fully promoted, starting from colleges and universities and then being implemented into enterprises ... but I believe that companies do not need us to promote it at all. After the function of this thing, no company will reject such an excellent development tool. "

He took a sip of tea, moistened his throat, and paused for a moment, with a bit of emotion in his tone.

"... Some things, although I know it ’s redundant, but I have always wanted to say it. Since Academician Lu returned to China, I really feel that we are familiar with it, whether it is life or work, it looks like a year a year , Stranger every year. "

Hearing this sentence, Director Li waved his hand.

"Hey, don't mention that guy, he still owes me something."

"What do you owe?"

Looking at the curious expression on Academician Liu's face, Director Li sighed. "In fact, it's nothing. It's fun to talk about owe, that is, he promised me the whole awesome stuff at the end of last year. But this guy is really good at appetite. It's been a few months now. I do n’t want to disclose! "

Academician Liu haha ​​smiled and said.

"Maybe, he has his consideration too."

Director Li shook his head and said.

"I can't see it."

There is no particular reason.

Because he really knew this guy so well.

Just then, the cell phone ringing suddenly interrupted the conversation between the two.

"I'll take a call," Director Li reached out his cell phone, glanced at the screen, and suddenly glanced at it slightly. . "

Academician Liu took a sip of tea and said with a smile.

"Maybe it's coming."

"Hopefully, but I guess I'm asking for help again."

Speaking, Director Li didn't get up and avoided taboo either. He pressed the connection directly and put the phone in his ear. There was no previous complaining attitude in his tone. He just said with a smile.

"Hey, Academician Lu, where have you made a fortune recently?"

The whole sentence was forced by Director Li's words. Lu Zhou, who was about to say something serious, was a little frightened, hesitated.

"... make a fortune?"

Director Li smiled cheerfully.

"I heard that your helmet sold for tens of billions?"

Just this ...

Lu Zhou: "... well, it seems like it."

Director Li: "I feel like your reaction is very flat."

"It wasn't a big deal at all, and I didn't ask you to discuss it when I called," taking a look at the time on the watch, Lu Zhou on the phone continued, "... I have solved the problem of topological quantum technology. Now. "

"... topological quantum?"

Subconsciously, the word didn't seem easy, but Director Li couldn't remember where he had heard it before, so he asked with a wrinkled head, "What is it ..."

Seeing that Director Li did not respond, Lu Zhouyan added concisely.

"You can directly understand it as ... a quantum computer in the popular sense."

The moment I heard this, the phone was silent for a few seconds.

Swallowing, Director Li's voice trembled.

"You, you mean ..."

Lu Zhou, holding the phone, nodded.

"Well, quantum computers, I've done it."