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Technical Excellence
MegaChips uses proprietary technologies to
create unique products
in images, audio and
communications.
Technology platform business development based on intellectual assets
for creating high performance ultra-small system LSIs
The major strength of MegaChips lies in technology platform business development, which relies on proprietary technologies. We define the areas of images, audio and communications as our core technology domains. On the basis of the unique algorithms *1 and architectures*2 we have developed and accumulated over many years in these domains, we are researching and developing basic and applied technologies that help achieve differentiation and satisfy the medium and long-term needs of major customers. This means we can implement cutting-edge functions that are out of the reach of other companies and can quickly and efficiently provide our corporate customers with ultra-small system LSIs featuring low power consumption.
*1 An algorithm is a set of steps, procedures or methods to process data.
*2 A structure refers to a hardware or software configuration for the implementation of an algorithm.
Leading the trend towards more compact sized LSIs
Smaller circuits offer many advantages for our customers, including lower production costs, energy savings and broader applications.
MegaChips' intellectual property strategy: protecting and capitalizing on developed technologies
MegaChips is very active in seeking to patent its technological inventions and R&D outcomes. We make effective use of this intellectual property in product development. We also focus on the intellectual property business, including technical licensing.
Moreover, we conduct joint research and development with other manufacturers, universities and R&D institutions under our policy of rapidly commercializing our R&D findings.
Patent Ownerships and Registrations by Region*1
- Ownerships
- Registrations
*1 The number of cases shown are the cumulative total as of end of March 2010.
*2 "Others" denotes the number of applications for patents that are valid under international patent treaties in multiple countries where MegaChips may begin operations in the future.
