Space Forge Raises $30M to Revolutionize Semiconductor Materials in Space
Discover how Space Forge is transforming semiconductors with advanced materials made in space. Game-changing tech for quantum computing & defense.
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Space Forge Raises $30M to Revolutionize Semiconductor Materials in Space Why are semiconductor companies like Space Forge raising millions to make chip materials in space? The answer lies in the growing demand for faster, more efficient semiconductors—especially for cutting-edge applications like quantum computing, aerospace, and advanced defense systems. Traditional silicon-based chips are nearing their limits, creating an urgent need for innovative materials with fewer defects and higher performance. Space Forge , a U.K.-based startup, is at the forefront of this revolution. With a $30 million Series A funding round, they’re tapping into the unique environment of space to manufacture wafer materials and crystal structures impossible to replicate on Earth. Image Credits:Space Forge Space Forge, headquartered in Cardiff, Wales, isn’t just chasing a futuristic dream. Their work is grounded in decades of research, with proven advantages of microgravity and radiation shielding in space. Crystals grown in orbit exhibit fewer imperfections, l…