As vehicles evolve into software-driven platforms, LTSCT’s entry into imec’s chiplet ecosystem marks a strategic step toward advanced automotive computing.
L&T Semiconductor Technologies , a wholly owned subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro, has joined the Automotive Chiplet Program led by imec, marking an important milestone for India’s participation in next-generation automotive semiconductor development.
The initiative focuses on accelerating the shift from traditional monolithic system-on-chip designs toward modular chiplet architectures tailored for future vehicles. As automotive systems become increasingly software-driven, conventional chip designs are facing limitations in scalability, cost efficiency and performance integration. Chiplets address these challenges by dividing complex processors into specialised silicon blocks that can be integrated through advanced packaging technologies such as 2.5D and 3D architectures.
The program aims to develop shared reference platforms, interoperability standards and lifecycle reliability models that enable multiple semiconductor vendors to collaborate within a unified ecosystem. This approach supports the growing computational demands of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), software-defined vehicles and next-generation infotainment platforms, while maintaining strict automotive safety and reliability requirements.
By joining the collaboration, LTSCT gains access to global research partnerships focused on safety-critical computing, high-speed die-to-die connectivity and comprehensive monitoring throughout a chip’s operational lifecycle. The move also strengthens India’s position within the global semiconductor value chain, aligning with national ambitions to expand domestic chip design expertise and contribute to international technology standards.
Chiplet-based design is increasingly viewed as a transformative approach for automotive electronics, offering improved performance per watt, faster product development cycles, greater flexibility in sourcing components and enhanced supply-chain resilience.
As the automotive industry transitions toward highly connected and software-defined mobility platforms, collaborative programs such as imec’s Automotive Chiplet Program are expected to shape the technological foundation of future vehicles. LTSCT’s participation highlights India’s growing role as an active contributor to global semiconductor and automotive innovation.
