HardwareMIT Technology Review· Jun 23, 2026
$400 Million Machine Advances Future Chip Manufacturing
A large new machine for chipmaking is being examined by Jos Benschop. The device measures the size of a double-decker bus and weighs over 150 tons. Its construction includes precision-milled aluminum along with extensive tubes, cables, and tanks.
Key points
- →Machine priced at $400 million for chipmaking applications
- →Size equivalent to a double-decker bus
- →Weight exceeds 150 tons with complex internal components
- →Inspected via ladder by Jos Benschop
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