The integrated circuit (IC) has a rich history that started over 64 years ago with the creation of the first transistor. Although crude by today’s standards, the first point-contact transistor was ...

An integrated circuit is referred to as a chip. The term "chip" actually refers to the die, a tiny semiconductor integrated circuit chip that is contained inside the integrated circuit packaging.

The Computer History Museum is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the integrated circuit, pictured above, with a multimedia exhibit called “The Silicon Engine” to explain why many claim the IC as one ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Integrated circuits consist of ...