Innovus+ Synthesis And Implementation System


The Innovus+ platform incorporates Innovus synthesis and Innovus implementation capabilities, all integrated into one unified environment for outstanding ease of use and power, performance, and area (PPA) results. Innovus+ Synthesis can be used standalone to generate physically aware netlists ready for handoff to other design teams, such as ASIC partners, or the implementation flow can conti... » read more

E-Powertrain EMC Design And Validation


In the pursuit of zero-emission vehicles, the design of the e-powertrain and its electronic systems encounters numerous challenges. From stringent regulatory requirements to the demand for enhanced performance and efficiency, the landscape is ripe with complexities. Here, simulation emerges as a vital tool, offering a pathway to navigate these challenges with precision and innovation. What y... » read more

Research Bits: May 13


Benchmarking 3D-IC cooling Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and HRL Laboratories developed a specialized chip to test and validate cooling solutions for packaged chip stacks. The chip dissipates extremely high power, generating heat through the silicon layer and in localized hot spots to mimic high-performance logic chips. It then uses diodes to measure temperatu... » read more

Research Bits: May 6


Destroying hydrogen peroxide and triazole Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney and startup Infinite Water International developed catalytic technology that breaks down hydrogen peroxide and triazole, two chemicals used in semiconductor manufacturing for surface cleaning and corrosion prevention. The goal is to create a cleaner wastewater stream that can be reused within the fab... » read more

Research Bits: Apr. 29


Microchannels for two-phase cooling Researchers from the University of Tokyo propose cooling chips using microchannels built into the chips themselves. The method utilizes microfluidic channels to create a capillary structure through which coolant flows and a manifold distribution layer that controls the distribution of coolant. The structure enabled two-phase cooling through better managem... » read more

Research Bits: April 22


PIC heterogeneous integration Researchers from Hewlett Packard Labs, Indian Institutes of Technology Madras, Microsoft Research, and University of Michigan built an AI acceleration platform based on heterogeneously integrated photonic ICs. The PIC combines silicon photonics along with III-V compound semiconductors that functionally integrate lasers and optical amplifiers to reduce optical l... » read more

Leveraging Foundation IP For Low-Power AI Processor Development


Artificial intelligence (AI) has become widespread in recent years, quickly establishing itself as a groundbreaking technology. AI operates on machine learning (ML) algorithms, which demand substantial computational power. Traditionally, designers have utilized graphics processing units (GPUs) to run these ML algorithms. Initially created for graphics rendering, GPUs have shown to be highly eff... » read more

Research Bits: Apr. 15


Shape-morphing OLED panel with built-in speaker Researchers from Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) developed a flexible OLED panel that can freely transform its shape while simultaneously functioning as a speaker. The design is based on a based on a specialized ultra-thin piezoelectric polymer actuator that when integrated into a flexible OLED panel enables electrically ... » read more

Are You Ready For AI?


The semiconductor industry sits at the heart of the artificial intelligence revolution, providing the essential computational foundation that powers AI's rapid evolution. However, new research suggests that while AI adoption is accelerating globally, strategic implementation remains a significant challenge across industries. According to the recently released Arm AI Readiness Index Report, 8... » read more

Lego-Style Software For Automotive And Industrial Chiplet Systems?


Chiplets are a key topic in the semiconductor industry today, as they offer the potential to greatly increase the performance and flexibility of chips. The current focus is primarily on implementation, in particular on the architecture and the development of die-to-die interfaces that enable efficient communication between the individual chips. These technologies hold out the promise of meeting... » read more

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