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Disruptive MEMS-based Power Semiconductors Fueling the AI Revolution

8 May 2025

Speaker: Yalcin Bulut, President & COO, Menlo Microsystems

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Data centers are the backbone of the AI revolution, processing vast amounts of data with minimal latency. As AI evolves, GPUs now require three times more power than traditional systems, presenting significant opportunities for power semiconductors to deliver denser, more sustainable solutions.To meet this demand, we must generate more power from sustainable sources. The IEA reports that data centers currently consume 1-2% of global power, likely doubling to 3-4% in five years. They also face challenges in converting electrical energy and adjusting voltage from the 13,800VAC grid to GPUs operating at ~1V.Next-gen data centers are adopting SiC and GaN devices, but Menlo Micro’s MEMS-based Ideal Switch offers a disruptive solution. Its ultra-conductive properties optimize thermal management, providing high power density in a compact form, minimizing the need for complex heat sinks, and supporting the sustainable growth of AI.

More about the person

Yalcin Bulut

Yalcin Bulut

President & COO

Yalcin has over 30 years of semiconductor industry experience. As President and Chief Operating Officer at Menlo Microsystems, he oversees all the business units, sales, marketing, quality assurance, new product development and operations (front-end and back-end). Prior to joining Menlo Microsystems, Yalcin had executive positions at United Silicon Carbide (now Qorvo), Vishay, Inc. and Alpha and Omega Semiconductor. Yalcin holds a B.S. degree in Material Science Engineering (Solid State Physics) and an MBA.