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Cooper Kramer
Katonah, NY
Cooper’s Substack
Essays
  • The Invisible Factory Beneath the Fab
  • Why One of the World's Most Important Semiconductor Research Centers Is in Albany, New York
  • Atomic Precision. Software from '01.
  • From War Rooms to Living Rooms
  • In Defense of Dwarkesh...
Work

Chipping In on Progress

I’m an Equipment Engineer at Tokyo Electron, where I work on semiconductor manufacturing equipment at the Albany NanoTech Complex. Working inside one of the world’s leading semiconductor ecosystems sparked my interest in the industrial systems that drive technological progress. My writing focuses on semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, AI infrastructure, and the often-overlooked companies that make innovation possible. I enjoy explaining complex technical topics in an accessible way while highlighting the people, technologies, and supply chains that underpin long-term economic growth.

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Before becoming an engineer, I spent over a decade as a child actor. Outside of work, you’ll usually find me sailing, exploring new places, or reading about technology and history. I’m also a licensed amateur radio operator. I enjoy learning how complex systems work, whether they’re semiconductor fabs, sailboats, or global supply chains.

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