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Penn State, Battalion launch research collaboration focused on national security
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Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Penn State and Battalion Advanced Technology Ltd. have launched a $6 million research partnership to develop advanced semiconductors and high-temperature alloys for national security and next-generation technology applications. The projects target integration challenges of gallium nitride semiconductors with high-performance substrates and development of oxidation-resistant refractory metal alloys for hypersonic applications.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors, and 5 sources have reported it between 2 Sep 2026 and 16 Sep 2026.
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Advanced semiconductor and alloy materials for high-heat, high-power environments are advancing through this funded university-industry partnership. You in semiconductor or aerospace tech should explore partnerships with universities to access next-gen materials expertise.
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5 sources · first reported 2 Sep 2026 · latest 16 Sep 2026
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