Prof. Dr. Albert Heuberger, executive director of the institute, together with the APECS team, presented to Mr. Fribourg-Blanc the contributions of Fraunhofer IIS to the pilot line, outlined its strategic direction, and showcased demonstrators that highlighted the innovative strength and performance of its infrastructure.

Fraunhofer IIS contributes to several key work packages of the APECS Pilot Line, providing deep expertise in the development of modern chiplet technologies. Its work spans the entire development chain – from chip design and system-level integration to characterization, testing, and failure analysis.

A central task of Fraunhofer IIS within the pilot line is the development of a demonstrator for high-performance computing, which demonstrates the technical potential and progress of chiplet integration under real-world conditions. Three Fraunhofer IIS research divisions in Erlangen, Dresden, and Fürth carry out the work, each contributing expertise in electronics development, adaptive systems, and precise X-ray-based analysis. In this way, the institute plays a major role in helping chiplet technologies achieve industrial maturity and reliability for future applications.

During the visit, Fribourg-Blanc gained a first-hand insight into the APECS Pilot Line and the activities of Fraunhofer IIS. It became clear that the institute plays a central role as a forward-looking force within FMD: it bridges research and industrial application, works closely with other FMD institutes, and significantly drives innovation in European microelectronics through its projects.