RISC-V Conformance

By Brian Bailey - 31 Oct, 2024 - Comments: 0

Experts At The Table: Despite growing excitement and participation in the development of the RISC-V ecosystem, significant holes remain in the development flow. One of the most concerning is conformance, which must exist before software portability becomes possible. Semiconductor Engineering discussed the issue with John Min, vice president of customer service at Arteris; Zdeněk Přikryl, CTO... » read more

Validation Of Smart Sensors For AI-Based Condition Monitoring In Industry

By André Schneider - 13 Jun, 2024 - Comments: 0

By André Schneider and Martin Lehmann Industry has challenging requirements for the quality and reliability of the distributed smart sensors used in condition monitoring. As a result of digitalization and the increasing use of AI-based monitoring solutions, we can expect an increase in demand for systematic, efficient design and validation processes. In the future, a product’s journey fro... » read more

The Growing Importance Of PMIC Validation

By Kaitlynn Mazzarella - 12 Sep, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

By Technical Paper Link - 28 Aug, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

By Paul Ulezko - 08 Aug, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

By Jake Azbell - 11 Jul, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

By Synopsys - 31 May, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

By Filip Thoen - 04 May, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

By Dave Armstrong - 11 Apr, 2023 - Comments: 0

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 - 23 Mar, 2023 - Comments: 0

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

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