Analog circuitry is essential for all real world systems. Sensors, for example, which are a primary driver for the growing IoT market, require analog for measurements (e.g., temperature, pressure, ...

The MAX5977A is a versatile, high-performance hot-swap controller with electronic fuse, and high-side current-sense output. Proper component placement and routing are critical in achieving the MAX5977 ...

This article is the second part of the two part article covering Topology Planning and Topology Routing. The first part covered a Design Engineer capturing Intellectual Property (IP) for a unique ...

Integrated physical datapath technology based on structured placement, optimization and routing helps achieve predictable quality of results (QoR) and meet tight design schedules. High-performance ...

3D-ICs and heterogeneous chiplets will require significant changes in physical layout tools, where the placement of chiplets and routing of signals can have a big impact on overall system performance ...

As semiconductor technology pushes the boundaries of scale and complexity, traditional VLSI physical design methodologies are struggling to keep pace. The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), ...

This file type includes high resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. In the development of SoC-based (system-on-chip) circuit boards, the SoC’s additional capabilities will provide ...