DDR5 MRDIMM: A Transformational Evolution For DDR5 DIMM


DDR5 is the latest generation of DDR server memory capable of supporting data rates of up to 9,200 Mbps, which is a huge leap over the previous generation of DDR memories. It is used in a wide variety of applications, with the huge server and data center market being the key driver behind the adoption of DDR5-based memory systems. As systems move towards more CPU cores, bandwidth, and capacity,... » read more

Structured Or Unstructured Meshes: What Works Best For Turbomachinery CFD


In computational fluid dynamics (CFD), meshing is a critical step for achieving reliable simulations, especially when combined with a robust solver strategy. As turbomachinery blade geometries become more intricate and design cycles shorten, traditional meshing approaches are often not enough. To keep pace, we must adopt advanced methodologies, and more importantly, quantify their impact on res... » read more

Redefining AI Inference With New Silicon Architecture


AI inference is rapidly becoming the largest and most demanding segment of the AI market, but the cost of running these workloads continues to be a major challenge. VSORA, a fabless semiconductor company, is tackling this problem head-on with a fresh approach to high‑performance AI processing and a deep collaboration with Cadence. VSORA develops advanced AI chips that dramatically reduce t... » read more

Serial Wire Debug (SWD) Protocol: Efficient Debug Interface For Arm-Based Systems


Modern embedded systems are becoming increasingly compact, power efficient, and feature rich. As SoCs integrate more functionality, developers need reliable debug access without increasing pin count or board complexity. Serial Wire Debug (SWD) addresses these needs by providing a streamlined alternative to JTAG, enabling high performance debug features using only two pins, making it ideal for t... » read more

AI, GPU, And HPC Data Centers: The Infrastructure Behind Modern AI


Artificial intelligence (AI) is stretching compute infrastructure well beyond what traditional enterprise data centers were designed to handle. Modern AI training requires massively parallel compute, low-latency networking, high-throughput storage pipelines, and facility engineering that can safely support higher rack power densities than legacy environments. These demands are fueling the eme... » read more

Whale-Inspired Propulsion System To Reduce Operating Costs By 20%


This article is an excerpt from the presentation delivered by Bluefins at CadenceCONNECT CFD 2025. Shipping is essential to global trade, as it transports nearly 90% of all traded goods. Large ships consume between 20 to 70 tons of fuel daily, which translates to approximately 15 million euros in annual fuel costs. This level of fuel consumption results in emissions of up to 75,000 tons of C... » read more

Thermal Management In 3D-IC: Modeling Hotspots, Materials, & Cooling Strategies


As three-dimensional integrated circuit (3D-IC) technology becomes the architectural backbone of AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and advanced edge systems, thermal management has shifted from a downstream constraint to a fundamental design driver. The dense vertical integration that enables unprecedented performance also concentrates heat at levels that traditional two-dimensional design ... » read more

PCIe Low-Power Validation Challenges And Potential Solutions


As chip complexities increase and the industry evolves to more battery-powered devices, power-aware/consumption research becomes an integral part of design in the industry. Low power is crucial in ASIC applications to ensure longevity, durability, and reliability. PCI-SIG has focused on reducing power consumption while the PCIe interface is active to enable better platform power management (... » read more

Rethinking AI Infrastructure: The Rise Of PCIe Switches


When thinking of AI, images of futuristic robots or self-driving cars may come to mind. What might not come to mind are the unsung hardware component heroes that are quietly enabling such complex systems. Among these, PCI Express (PCIe) switches might seem to be a boring topic to write about, much less read. But here's the twist—they are nothing short of revolutionary when it comes to empower... » read more

UEC-CBFC: Credit-Based Flow Control For Next-Gen Ethernet In AI And HPC


For ages, Ethernet has been the backbone of networking — starting from simple web browsing to cloud computing, data centers, automobiles, and more. Ethernet has enabled countless innovations, and now, it's expanding to meet the demands of AI and HPC. As the world shifts toward these new technologies, new challenges are emerging. These include increased scale, higher bandwidth density, mult... » read more

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