Actel Corporation was a prominent American semiconductor company, specializing in non-volatile, field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). Founded in 1985, it became well-known for its antifuse-based and flash-based FPGA technologies, which offered high reliability, low power consumption, and strong security features. These characteristics made Actel a preferred supplier in demanding industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and communications. In 2010, the company was acquired by Microsemi, which later became part of Microchip Technology in 2018. Actel’s legacy continues through its product lines, which remain critical in applications where performance and dependability are paramount.