Radiation, Temperature, Power Challenges For Chips In Space


Mission-critical hardware used in space is not supposed to fail at all, because lives may be lost in addition to resources, availability, performance, and budgets. For space applications, failure can occur due to a range of factors, including the weather on the day of launch, human error, environmental conditions, unexpected or unknown hazards and degradation of parts to chemical factors, aging... » read more

Side-Channel Attacks On Post-Quantum Cryptography


By Mike Hamburg and Bart Stevens Device security requires designers to secure their algorithms, not only against direct attacks on the input and output, but also against side-channel attacks. This requirement is especially notable for cryptographic algorithms, since they have a regular, well-understood structure, and the secrets they process often give access to much more information. Sid... » read more

Functional Safety Insights For Today’s Automotive Industry


As cars have evolved into rolling computing platforms, vehicle safety now extends well beyond the traditional seat belt. While they still take us to the grocery store, they also integrate advanced technology, enabling the rapid fusion of multimodal data through edge devices such as sensors and actuators. Modern vehicles offer unprecedented safety, but they can contain between one to three th... » read more

Simulations à la Carte: Infusing SPICE Models For A Tasty Design Experience


Have you ever noticed how the simplest dishes become unforgettable with just the right seasoning? As an Ecuadorian, I’ve learned this firsthand. A touch of “ají”—a traditional chili sauce—can transform any meal into something extraordinary. The tamarillo-based hot sauce is my personal favorite. It’s not just a condiment; it’s an experience. And when it comes to power electronics,... » read more

eMMC: The Embedded Storage Powering On-Device AI


In today's world of increasingly intelligent devices, efficient and reliable storage is paramount. Embedded MultiMediaCard (eMMC) has emerged as a crucial component that acts as the internal solid-state non-volatile storage for a wide range of devices handling on-device AI processing. Think of it as a compact, high-performing internal drive built directly into your phone, smart camera, or other... » read more

Extra Safety Measures Needed For Aerospace ICs


Aerospace safety requirements and standards vary depending on whether a spacecraft is manned or unmanned, and how crucial the mission is. The defense contractors designing these spacecraft take various approaches to functional safety based on how critical a component is for the mission to succeed. While losing a few images during an Earth-bound observation may not matter, losing a satellite ... » read more

AI Native: What Does It Mean For Embedded Processing?


Artificial intelligence (AI) continues transforming how users interact with technology. AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT, along with advancements in data analytics and mobile technology, have contributed to high expectations among tech users. Consumers want and expect faster, more personalized, and smarter experiences — whether they're controlling a smart home device or speaking to a chatbot ... » read more

Cyber Threats Multiply With Commercial Chiplets


The commercialization of chiplets will significantly boost the potential for attacks on hardware, requiring a much broader set of security measures and processes at every level of the supply chain, including traceability from initial design to end of life. Much progress has been made in recent years on security measures, including everything from identifying unusual data traffic inside a chi... » read more

Embarrassingly Parallel Problems: Definitions, Challenges And Solutions


One of the reasons GPUs are regularly discussed in the same breath as AI is that AI shares the same fundamental class of problems as 3D graphics. They are both embarrassingly parallel. Embarrassingly parallel problems refer to computational tasks that: Exhibit independence: Subtasks do not rely on intermediate results from other tasks. Require minimal interaction: Parallel task... » read more

Smarter Cars, Higher Stakes


Artificial intelligence is turbocharging automotive innovation, but it's also unleashing a tangle of high stakes risks that engineers and security experts are scrambling to contain. The push to embed AI deep into today’s vehicles is changing how cars are built, how they handle the road, and how they keep passengers safe. But as onboard intelligence expands, so do the risks. AI systems that... » read more

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