Ramtron International Corporation is a leading provider of non-volatile ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM) solutions. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Ramtron's FRAM technology is used in a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. Ramtron's FRAM technology offers several advantages over traditional non-volatile memory solutions, such as flash memory and EEPROM. FRAM provides faster write speeds, lower power consumption, and higher endurance than these other technologies. Additionally, FRAM does not suffer from the same wear-out mechanisms that limit the lifespan of flash memory and EEPROM. Ramtron's FRAM products are used in a variety of applications, including automotive systems, smart meters, medical devices, and industrial control systems. In the automotive industry, FRAM is used for applications such as airbag control, engine management, and tire pressure monitoring. In the medical industry, FRAM is used for applications such as patient monitoring and drug delivery systems. In the industrial sector, FRAM is used for applications such as process control and data logging. Ramtron's FRAM technology has received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 2005, the company was awarded the Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Award for its FRAM technology. In 2007, Ramtron was named one of the "Top 50 Emerging Companies" by EE Times. In 2011, the company was acquired by Cypress Semiconductor Corporation, a leading provider of mixed-signal and programmable solutions. Today, Ramtron's FRAM technology is a key component of Cypress's portfolio of memory solutions. The company continues to innovate and develop new FRAM products to meet the needs of its customers in a wide range of industries. With its proven track record of innovation and excellence, Ramtron is poised to remain a leader in the non-volatile memory market for years to come.