The Pacific Nanometer Story

Founded in 2010, we have been at the forefront of digital communications and SoC technology. Our goal is simple: to provide world-class design services for the semiconductor industry. With many successful developments under our belt, we are confident that we can bring the same level of success to your next tape-out

Pacific Nanometer LLC

Christopher Thomas, Principal

As founder and CTO of Symwave, Mr. Thomas was responsible for forward looking technology development, IP, patent, and trademark filings, incoming and outgoing licensing, third-party technology partnerships, industry group leadership, product compliance and certification, their advanced systems and algorithm development group, product definition, specification and roadmap, as well as technical customer engagement. He launched the company’s first 65nm product development and initiated Symwave's USB 3.0 technology development, and worked with their lead customers to define and develop a USB 3.0 to Sata bridge product line.
Prior to Symwave, Mr. Thomas worked for Conexant Systems developing broadcast audio demodulators, and for Motorola where he worked on the company's first integrated Bluetooth solution.

He holds 20 US patents and has been a member of numerous industry working groups throughout his career.


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