Odyssey Semiconductor Technologies

About Odyssey Semiconductor Technologies

Odyssey Semiconductor, Inc., founded in 2019 by Rick Brown and James R. Shealy in Ithaca, NY, is a pioneering company in the semiconductor industry. The company aims to revolutionize the power switching market by replacing silicon carbide (SiC) with gallium nitride (GaN) as the preferred material for high-performance power applications. GaN offers superior material properties compared to SiC, making it an ideal choice for high voltage power switching.

Odyssey Semiconductor focuses on developing and commercializing GaN-based technology for a variety of high-performance and high-volume power applications. Their proprietary technology is designed to make GaN the dominant material in this space, displacing SiC. This breakthrough technology is not only aimed at consumer electronics but also extends to more demanding applications such as industrial and automotive electrification. By doing so, Odyssey Semiconductor is contributing to a more sustainable and energy-efficient world.

The company serves a diverse range of clients, including those in the industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics sectors. Their business model revolves around both product sales and semiconductor foundry services. They generate revenue by selling their GaN-based power semiconductor products and offering specialized foundry services to other companies in need of high-performance semiconductor solutions.

Odyssey Semiconductor is actively hiring innovators and critical thinkers to join their team of seasoned professionals. They are committed to building sustainable and cost-efficient solutions for the future, leveraging their cutting-edge semiconductor technology.