Topographies of semiconductor products

A chip is built up of a number of electronic components lying one above the other in multiple layers of silicon. This creates a three-dimensional structure. A design precedes the manufacture of a chip. This design indicates the location of the different components and their mutual connections. This three-dimensional design is called a topography.

Arnold + Siedsma has been involved since the 1970s in the registration and maintenance of topography rights.

Although a topography right is created automatically, it is only possible to take action against infringing parties after the topography has been filed and registered.

The right to a topography is an absolute right which can be exercised against anyone. You can also contact regarding the transfer and licensing of topography rights.