The purpose of the company is to research and develop special applications using silicon, as well as to register and manage patents and grant licenses for them. The company may also organize the distribution and marketing of developed products and processes. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide securities for the liabilities of affiliated companies.