The process design kit: Protecting design know-how

In the IC industry, processes, tools, and requirements all come together in a well-established and trusted design flow embodied by the process design kit (PDK). The PDK is the element that bridges the gap between diverse design teams and manufacturers to drive the future of technology. But where did PDKs come from, and how are they created today? Get a look inside the history of the PDK, and where they might be headed in the future.