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Researchers at the University of Surrey have come up with a new type of transistor that offers linear behavior and huge upside.

Researchers at the University of Surrey have come up with a new type of transistor that offers linear behavior and huge upside.

In this video we will explore a particularly important application of op-amps, namely, the design of high-performance…

In this video we will explore a particularly important application of op-amps, namely, the design of high-performance filters that do not require inductors.

This summer, three major EDA companies have ramped up their software tools to better assist IC designers.

This summer, three major EDA companies have ramped up their software tools to better assist IC designers.

Learn about various non-idealities of MOS transistors and the effects they have on VLSI system reliability.

Learn about various non-idealities of MOS transistors and the effects they have on VLSI system reliability.

Integrated powertrain devices go back at least as far as 2004 when Intel wrote the specification for DrMOS, a…

Integrated powertrain devices go back at least as far as 2004 when Intel wrote the specification for DrMOS, a high-efficiency high-current IC for powering next-gen processors.

This article discusses VLSI (very-large-scale integration) circuits and the sources of non-idealities that affect MOS transistors.

This article discusses VLSI (very-large-scale integration) circuits and the sources of non-idealities that affect MOS transistors.

Silicon Labs and STRATIS announced a collaboration to connect smart apartment complexes. What tech underlies this news?

Silicon Labs and STRATIS announced a collaboration to connect smart apartment complexes. What tech underlies this news?

At the company’s very first online symposium, TSMC showcased a range of new technologies, including its N4 process,…

At the company’s very first online symposium, TSMC showcased a range of new technologies, including its N4 process, which is scheduled to come online in late 2021.

On the heels of RISC-V’s 10th birthday, let's explore the history of RISC-V from its inception to today.

On the heels of RISC-V’s 10th birthday, let's explore the history of RISC-V from its inception to today.

Samsung announced the availability of its 3D IC technology at both 7nm and 5nm. How does this technology help system designers?

Samsung announced the availability of its 3D IC technology at both 7nm and 5nm. How does this technology help system designers?

This article discusses designing input/output drivers for integrated circuit I2C modules.

This article discusses designing input/output drivers for integrated circuit I2C modules.

The two RF powerhouses have teamed up to create a flexible radio platform that addresses 5G network design challenges.

The two RF powerhouses have teamed up to create a flexible radio platform that addresses 5G network design challenges.

Teledyne e2v’s CCD image sensor is headed to Mars on NASA's Perseverance Rover. Its mission? To investigate rock…

Teledyne e2v’s CCD image sensor is headed to Mars on NASA's Perseverance Rover. Its mission? To investigate rock samples on the red planet for past signs of life.

This article discusses trusted execution environments — already used in a variety of connected devices — by showing…

This article discusses trusted execution environments — already used in a variety of connected devices — by showing how using TEE and an FPGA SoC can work in vehicle in-cabin AI.

As the co-founders of RISC-V, SiFive's level-up on processors could have significant implications for custom SoC design.

As the co-founders of RISC-V, SiFive's level-up on processors could have significant implications for custom SoC design.

Space radiation can wreak havoc on electronic devices. While there are many ways to prevent damage, MIT's newly-developed…

Space radiation can wreak havoc on electronic devices. While there are many ways to prevent damage, MIT's newly-developed manufacturing technique using rad-hard CMOS technology shows promise.

The von Neumann Architecture, which has been a staple in computer architecture, may soon find itself less useful in the…

The von Neumann Architecture, which has been a staple in computer architecture, may soon find itself less useful in the world of artificial intelligence.

Known as the American Foundries Act of 2020, this bill will award grants for microelectronics manufacturing, defense, and…

Known as the American Foundries Act of 2020, this bill will award grants for microelectronics manufacturing, defense, and R&D. What does this mean for U.S.-based EEs?

Samsung Electronics, in collaboration with Rescale, has just announced the launch of the Samsung Advanced Foundry…

Samsung Electronics, in collaboration with Rescale, has just announced the launch of the Samsung Advanced Foundry Ecosystem (SAFE) Cloud Design Platform (CDP).