Rock's Law

Rock's Law states that the cost of developing advanced chip manufacturing facilities (fabs) increases exponentially over time. This means each new generation of semiconductor production plants requires significantly more investment than the previous ones. As technology advances—to produce smaller, faster, and more powerful microchips—the expenses grow rapidly, making it expensive for companies to keep up with the latest innovations. This law highlights the immense financial challenges involved in pushing the boundaries of semiconductor manufacturing, influencing how quickly and frequently new, more powerful chips are developed and brought to market.