The automotive industry is gearing up for significant changes as the seminar titled "Technological Innovation of Automotive Semiconductors and Japan's Strategy" is set to occur on April 4, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM. Led by Hidetoshi Ishihara, visiting professor at Gifu University and former department head at Denso, the seminar will explore the necessary technologies shaping the future of cars, trucks, and other vehicles.
This event is organized by the New Social System Research Institute (SSK), which has hosted around 500 business seminars annually for the last 28 years, addressing various sectors and their strategic developments. This seminar is particularly timely, as Japan is positioning itself to be at the forefront of innovation within the automotive semiconductor market.
Seated at the SSK Seminar Room, located on the 4th floor of the Zymax Nishi-Shinbashi Building, participants will also have the option to join remotely via Zoom, with archived content available for two weeks after the live event. This hybrid approach reflects the increasing demand for flexible access to expert insights.
The discussions will cover several pivotal topics:
- The historical development of semiconductor technology and its intersection with internal combustion engines.
- How semiconductors are leading the evolution of mobility solutions ranging from vehicles to urban infrastructure.
- Insights on advanced factories and cleanrooms—such as those at TSMC, Kumamoto JASM, and Hokkaido Chitose Rapidus—that play a key role in semiconductor production.
- Factors influencing the autonomous driving systems, namely the AI processing systems on chip (SoC), environmental recognition sensors, and how they integrate with vehicles.
- Performance metrics dictated by semiconductor components within electric vehicles, including innovations like IGBT, SiC, GaN, Ga2O3, and diamond technologies.
- Strategies aimed at aligning with the expected regulations by 2035, which will restrict gas-powered vehicle sales within the EU.
"Semiconductors are the magic wands of our industry today, crafting competitive advantages across automobiles, trains, planes, smartphones, and data centers," Ishihara commented, highlighting the importance of homegrown semiconductor advancements. This sentiment aligns with Japan’s push for innovation to maintain its stake as a leader in global technology markets.
The seminar seeks to address the pressing questions facing various industry professionals about the evolution of electric vehicles and self-driving technology as key conduits of growth. With the emphasis on innovation and strategy, attendees are encouraged to participate actively, pose questions, and engage during the Q&A session.
SSK is committed to delivering insights and providing information services since its inception on December 6, 1996. Their overarching mission is to rapidly disseminate high-level marketing and strategic insights to create business opportunities for all participants, signifying their role as thought leaders within the sector.
For those interested, please reach out to SSK for registration details or inquiries via their contact information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03-5532-8850
Fax: 03-5532-8851
Address: Zymax Nishi-Shinbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insightful perspectives over the future of automotive technologies and Japan's strategic positioning as we move toward 2035 and beyond.