The Growing Importance Of PMIC Validation


In the ever-evolving world of technology, the semiconductor industry plays a pivotal role in shaping the devices we use daily. Among the countless components that make up these devices, Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs) have emerged as unsung heroes, silently ensuring the efficient use of power resources. PMICs are specialized integrated circuits designed to manage and regulate th... » read more

An Open-Source Solution To Accelerate Autonomous Vehicle Validation And Verification Research


A technical paper titled “PolyVerif: An Open-Source Environment for Autonomous Vehicle Validation and Verification Research Acceleration” was published by researchers at Florida Polytechnic University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Tallinn University of Technology, and Acclivis Technologies. Abstract: "Validation and Verification (V&V) of Artificial Intelligence (AI) based cyb... » read more

The Importance Of Efficient Low Power Validation In Electronics


In the fast-paced world of electronics, innovation is driven not only by cutting-edge features but also by energy efficiency. Low power validation has emerged as a critical aspect of electronics applications, playing a pivotal role in designing devices that are both sustainable and user-friendly. The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) and wearable technologies has transformed the way we inter... » read more

How Software Can Help Redefine Semiconductor Validation


The rate of technological advancement is increasing faster than ever before. Although the demands for meeting aggressive time-to-market requirements and innovating at warp speed are not new, they are continuing to accelerate. To cut costs without compromising product quality, engineers are now expected to test new designs more rapidly at various stages of development. Even though many organizat... » read more

Accelerating Development of Software Defined Vehicles with Virtual ECUs


The automotive industry is going through a revolution. To adapt to new customer demands such as convenience, safety, autonomy, and electrification, the automotive industry is moving to software-driven vehicles. These require new, more powerful electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures and significantly increase the vehicle software content. They also force the industry to move from lengthy deve... » read more

Going Virtual In Automotive Electronics Development


Developing the electrical/electronic (E/E) systems in automobiles and other vehicles has always been challenging due to the rough environmental conditions experienced on the road and the high expectations for safety and reliability. In recent years, these challenges have been exacerbated by several industry trends. They have triggered a revolution in how electronic control units (ECUs) are desi... » read more

Device Validation: The Ultimate Test Frontier


This article is a condensed version of an article that appeared in the November/December 2022 issue of Chip Scale Review. Adapted with permission. Read the original article at https://chipscalereview.com/wp-content/uploads/flipbook/30/book.html, p. 26. In the early days of space exploration, spacecraft were manned by small teams of astronauts, most of whom were experienced test pilots who ... » read more

Rethinking Validation To Improve Products Quicker


By Kaitlynn Mazzarella and Marvin Landrum The boundaries of measurement science are being pushed more than ever before. Keeping up with evolving industry needs is not a simple feat. Not only does each new technology create business opportunities for companies to take share in new markets, but it also changes the way we design and test products. As the pace of technical innovation accelerates... » read more

Bug-Free Designs


It is possible in theory to create a design with no bugs, but it's impractical, unnecessary, and extremely difficult to prove for bugs you care about. The problem is intractable because the potential state space is enormous for any practical design. The industry has devised ways to handle this complexity, but each has limitations, makes assumptions, and employs techniques that abstract the p... » read more

Verification Scorecard: How Well Is The Industry Doing?


Semiconductor Engineering sat down to discuss how well verification tools and methodologies have been keeping up with demand, with Larry Lapides, vice president of sales for Imperas Software; Mike Thompson, director of engineering for the verification task group at OpenHW; Paul Graykowski, technical marketing manager for Arteris IP; Shantanu Ganguly, vice president of product marketing at Caden... » read more

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