VIRTUAL SEMICONDUCTOR TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE
TCAD SHOWCASE
From Wide-Bandgap Power Devices to TCAD: How We Model the Future of Semiconductors
Join ASEM and KuasaSemi for a focused virtual showcase exploring Wide-Bandgap semiconductor decides and the role of Technology Computer Aided Design (TCAD) in semiconductor research and development
13 AUGUST 2026
2:00 PM MYT
Virtual / Online
2 hours 20 minutes
IN THIS SHOWCASE, YOU WILL
Understand WBG Devices
Learn the differences between silicon carbide and gallium nitride, and why they matter
Explore Real-World Applications
Discover Wide-Bandgap technology power real-world applications across various sectors and markets
Discover TCAD Fundamentals
Understand how TCAD enables engineers to simulate semiconductor devies before they are built
Learn How Simulation Work
Find out how simulation and modelling tools help accelerate the R&D in semiconductor innovations
See Academic Possibilities
Find out TCAD supports university research and early industrial projects
Engage with the Experts
Join live Q&A sessions with the KuasaSemi team
WHO IS KuasaSemi?
KuasaSemi is a UK-based software company incorporated in December 2022, with its registered office in Cardiff, Wales.
The company develops semiconductor design and simulation tools for the next-generation technologies, with a particular focus on wide-bandgap semicondcutor devices.
KuasaSemi's team brings experience in Wide-Bandgap materials and device, power electronics, semiconductor device modelling, circuit simulation and software development. The company collaborates with international companies, universities, and industry groups. It will continue to develop its activities.
ABOUT AQUARIUS TCAD
Aquarius is KuasaSemi's TCAD package for the design and simulation of next-generation Wide-Bandgap power devices. It supports the modelling of silicon and compound semiconductor materials.
Design
Define device structures, meshes, doping profiles and physical models.
Simulate
Run device and circuit simulations to evaluate performance under real-world conditions
Visualise
Analyse electrical and physical results with interactive 1D, 2D, and 3D visualisations
EVENT AGENDA
Welcome & Event Context
10 Minutes
Session 1: TCAD Fundamentals & Wide-Bandgap Devices
45 Minutes
Q&A
15 Minutes
Break
20 Minutes
Session 2: Live TCAD Demonstration, Use Cases & Collaboration
40 Minutes
Final Q&A & Closing
20 Minutes
MEET THE SPEAKERS
Michael Mawby
CEO & Co-Founder, KuasaSemi
A Chartered Engineer with a First Class Master's in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He brings extensive experience in power electronics and wide bandgap semiconductor technologies, having worked across the automotive, renewable energy, and smart grid sectors. Prior to founding KuasaSemi, Michael held engineering roles with organisations including McLaren Automotive, Ricardo, and Turbo Power Systems, and led Innovate UK and APC-funded development projects. His leadership and contribution to innovation were recognised in 2024 when he received the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce Thirty Under Thirty Award.
David Mawby
CTO & Co-Founder, KuasaSemi
With a background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and expertise in software development, electronic circuit simulation, and semiconductor device modelling. His experience spans both the semiconductor and renewable energy sectors, including responsibility for control system design and delivery at a leading UK renewable energy company and IC applications work across East Asia. David is passionate about advancing simulation tools for next-generation semiconductor technologies and was invited to speak at the 2024 International Compound Semiconductors Conference in Taiwan, where he presented on the limitations of existing TCAD simulation approaches.
DISCOVER HOW SIMULATION DRIVES SEMICONDUCTOR INNOVATION
Join the KuasaSemi TCAD Showcase to explore Wide-Bandgap semiconductors, TCAD fundamentals and how simulation enables better device design before fabrication.