Patriot Scientific Corporation (PTSC) gains market acceptance Friday, 15 February 2008 According to the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), the global semiconductor industry generated $255.6 billion in sales for 2007. Revenues were up 3.2% from $247.7 billion in 2006. A stronger growth is projected for 2008. Thus, based on the key demand drivers, SIA expects a growth rate of 7.7% for the industry.