Delivering Automotive-Grade Quality With Customized FinFET Foundation IP


By Andrew Appleby, Daryl Seitzer, and Nafiz Ahmed The growing compute demands of modern vehicles are forcing chipmakers to venture into new territory. To deliver increased processor performance for engine and body control systems, one leading semiconductor supplier knew it had to move to an automotive-qualified FinFET technology process — a leap that would introduce significant new desi... » read more

The Emergence Of Electronics Digital Twins For Software-Defined Vehicles


Digital twins have long played a critical role in engineering and manufacturing. As virtual representations of physical products, systems, and processes, they help organizations innovate faster, improve quality, and reduce costs. Early digital twin technologies were primarily rooted in the physical world, modeling mechanical systems such as engines, buildings, and factory operations to simulate... » read more

World First: MACsec IP Receives ISO/PAS 8800 Certification For Automotive And Physical AI Security


The automotive industry is entering the age of physical AI. Vehicles are rapidly transforming into intelligent, software-defined systems that perceive their environment, make real-time decisions, and act in the physical world. As autonomy expands and AI workloads move to the edge, one reality is becoming clear: If the data cannot be trusted, the AI cannot be trusted. Following independent... » read more

25G Ethernet: Scaling Data Movement For ADAS, Industry 4.0, And 5G Systems


The automotive and industrial markets are undergoing rapid transformation, driven by Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) adoption, Industry 4.0 automation, and the rollout of 5G infrastructure. These trends are driving an unprecedented demand for edge AI capabilities and connectivity, with the global Edge AI IC market projected to grow at a 34.7% CAGR and reach $340B by 2034 [1]. Traditio... » read more

Securing UALink: Introducing A UALinkSec Security Module


By Dana Neustadter and Vincent van der Leest Over the next decade, artificial intelligence will dominate computing, driving profound changes in both hardware and software architectures. This transformation will reshape data center design and interconnect technologies, creating new opportunities for innovation. As AI workloads scale, the need for high-speed, low-latency communication between ... » read more

Securing Terabit Ethernet Networks With 1.6T MACsec Security Modules


By Dana Neustadter and Vincent van der Leest In the realm of high-performance computing (HPC) and data centers, Ethernet is one of the interfaces of choice due to its scalability, reliability, and broad industry support. Ethernet's ability to efficiently handle large volumes of data makes it ideal for HPC environments that require high-speed data transmission and seamless integration with ex... » read more

Building And Validating FreeRTOS-Based Virtual ECUs: A Comprehensive Approach


By Markus Stix and Stefan Pruisken For decades, the world of automotive software has been dominated by AUTOSAR Classic – a reliable but heavyweight standard. Recently, however, OEMs and suppliers are increasingly investigating lightweight alternatives like FreeRTOS. Even though FreeRTOS is not an equivalent replacement for AUTOSAR Classic, it brings significant value to the developers of... » read more

The Competitive Advantage Of SRAM PUF Technology


By Vincent van der Leest and Geert-Jan Schrijen In the article from 2024, "SRAM PUF: The Secure Silicon Fingerprint", we explored the fundamentals of SRAM-based Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) and their role as a secure, cost-effective, and scalable solution for cryptographic (root) key generation and storage. SRAM PUF technology leverages the unique physical properties of silicon to c... » read more

Agile Development Of Software-Defined Vehicles Using Cloud-Based Virtual Prototypes


By Gunnar Braun and Stewart Williams Automotive software is becoming more expensive and central to a car’s identity. Infotainment, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), traction control, and even powertrain management are all shaped by lines of code. Vehicular codebases can now exceed those of commercial aircraft! The growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the push toward ful... » read more

Security Verification In Semiconductor Development


By Shylaja Sen and Mouadh Ayache As advanced chips become increasingly embedded in our daily lives, developers must remain vigilant about potential security vulnerabilities. On top of PPA (power, performance and area), the focus in semiconductor development has been on minimizing faults to reduce the possibility of failure in mission mode. No one wants an alpha particle to cause their autono... » read more

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