Silicon Chip Collection

X-ray of a silicon chip from a teletext board
Silicon chip. X-ray of a silicon chip from a television teletext board. The actual chip is a prepared square of the semiconductor silicon (at centre)

Chip connector, SEM
Chip connector, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This connecting wire (yellow, top) has been soldered to a terminal pad at the edge of a silicon microchip

Coloured SEM of integrated circuit micro-wires
Micro-wires bonded on a silicon chip. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of the bonded ends of two micro-wires on a silicon chip. Micro- wires are often made of gold

Artificial intelligence, conceptual image C013 / 9959
Artificial intelligence and cybernetics, conceptual image. Computer artwork of a brain as the central component of a computers central processing unit (CPU, yellow)

Two circuit boards meeting at a spot of light
Circuit board. Abstract image of a spot of light forming where two circuit boards touch. Circuits are comprised of individual components connected together by electrical pathways

Computer interior, showing expansion slots. These slots (upper frame) are where extra components are added to the computer to expand its capabilities

Computer circuit board with microchips
Circuit board. Part of a computer circuit board with rectangular microchips (red). These micro- chips are miniature microprocessors, joined by electrical pathways

Circuit board, SEM

Fabrication of silicon-based integrated circuits (chips), showing a technician monitoring the progress of low-temperature, plasma-enhanced nitride passivation

Symbol @ on a chip to represent the internet
Internet symbol on a chip. Computer artwork of the symbol " @" (at) superimposed on the microcircuits of a silicon chip, to represent the internet and electronic mail (e-mail)

Macrophoto of silicon chips (linear motion effect)
Integrated chips. Macrophotograph of high- performance microprocessor silicon chips, seen with a blurred " linear motion" effect

Coloured SEM of surface of an EPROM silicon chip
EPROM silicon chip. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of the etched surface of part of an EPROM silicon chip. Here

Integrated microchip
Light micrograph of the surface of an unidentified microprocessor chip (integrated circuit), showing the attachment of connecting leads to the surrounding packaging. Red and green lighting

Computer microchip factory worker. Row of semiconductor computer microchips being inspected by a worker. She is wearing gloves and working in a clean room to avoid contaminating the delicate

Coloured SEM of a single-electron transistor
Single-electron transistor. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a single-electron transistor. Like the larger transistors it is designed to replace, it has three parts

Silicon chip autobonding
Technician using a light microscope in the autobonding stage of fabrication of integrated circuits (silicon chips). Autobonding refers to the attachment of wire leads from pads around the rectangular

Autobonding stage on silicon chip
Technician using tweezers to position the wire leads used in the autobonding stage of fabrication of integrated circuits (silicon chips)

Silicon chip

Cell culture research, electronics
Cell culture research. Pipette being used to add cultured cells (pink liquid) to a microchip that is connected to an electrical circuit with crocodile clips

Computer memory chips, SEM
Computer memory chips, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Memory refers to a form of semiconductor storage known as random access memory (RAM)

Circuit board microchip, SEM
Circuit board microchip, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The microchip (blue, square) is at centre, with other circuit board components surrounding it, including other microchips

Cybernetics and robotics, conceptual image. This image could represent concepts such as cybernetics, android robots, artificial limbs, and artificial intelligence

Microchip sales, conceptual image. Printed circuit board and three microchips with British pound (GBP) symbols on them. This image can represent concepts such as the sale of microchips

Computer virus, conceptual artwork
Computer virus, conceptual computer artwork. The virus is depicted as a collection of strands (red) infiltrating a computers memory chip (centre)

Microchip processor heat sink (centre), seen against a circuit board background. This metal heat sink was produced by extrusion, and has three rows of fins either side

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The silicon chip, a marvel of modern technology, is at the heart of every electronic device we use today. This tiny piece of silicon holds immense power and capability, allowing us to connect with the world in ways unimaginable just a few decades ago. In the world of microelectronics, the scanning electron microscope (SEM) reveals astonishing details that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye. Take for instance an ant delicately holding a microchip under SEM - it showcases the intricate craftsmanship behind these miniature wonders. An X-ray image of a silicon chip extracted from a teletext board further highlights its complexity. The interwoven network of circuits and pathways resembles an elaborate maze designed to transmit information at lightning-fast speeds. Colored SEM images offer glimpses into another dimension - integrated circuit micro-wires intricately woven together like threads in a tapestry. These minute wires form connections that enable seamless communication between different components within a chip. A close-up view of a chip connector under SEM magnification reveals its precision engineering. Every pin meticulously designed to ensure flawless connectivity and data transfer. As artificial intelligence continues to shape our future, conceptual images depict its integration with silicon chips. C013 / 9959 portrays AI as an ethereal force merging with technology, symbolizing the limitless possibilities this combination offers. Two circuit boards meeting at a spot of light signify their harmonious union within computer systems. It represents how multiple chips work together seamlessly to process vast amounts of data and perform complex tasks effortlessly. Peering inside computers exposes their inner workings - intricate circuit boards adorned with countless microchips working tirelessly in unison. Their collective efforts power our digital lives and make everyday tasks effortless. Whether it's examining individual components or zooming out to see entire circuit boards, one thing remains clear: they are indispensable building blocks driving technological advancements across various fields – from artificial intelligence and cybernetics to computing systems that have become integral parts of our lives.