U.S.-Japan Strategic Alliances in the Semiconductor Industry: Technology Transfer, Competition, and Public Policy

This book reviews the evolution of strategic alliances involving U.S. and Japanese companies in the semiconductor industry and analyzes whether alliances can contribute to the renewal of an industry faced with stiff competition from Japan. It includes case studies, alternative future scenarios, and suggestions for government and industry. Table of ContentsFront Matter1 Introduction2 Background: Technology Transfer and Latecomer Catch-Up3 Strategic Alliances and Technology Transfer4 Forces Driving the Formation of Strategic Alliances5 A Typology of Alliances6 Issues for U.S. Policy: Japanese Investments and U.S. Competitiveness7 Issues for U.S. Policy: National Security8 Issues for U.S. Policy: Global Technological Stratification and U.S. Technological Capabilities9 Possible Scenarios for U.S.-Japan Alliances and Their Implications for the United States10 ConclusionsAppendix A: Case Studies of U.S.-Japan Technology Linkages in SemiconductorsAppendix B: Examples of Japanese Acquisitions and Investments in U.S. Semiconductor CompaniesAppendix C: Examples of Japanese Acquisitions and Investments in U.S. Semiconductor Equipment and Materials CompaniesAppendix D: Workshop on U.S.-Japan Technology Linkages in Semiconductors: Agenda and Participants