Can a Microchip be copied and replicated without permission? How is this possible?
Here I will explain the Reasons and Techniques to avoid it! [Read more…] about Is it Possible to Reverse Engineering a Microchip? Yes… Analog IP Piracy
How to export a Plot from a Cadence Simulation to graph in Matlab
How to plot in Matlab a simulation from Cadence? How to export a Cadence graph to Matlab?
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How to Create a Model in Verilog-A with a Lockup Table
Often we need to model physical devices to simulate them in Cadence or other EDAs. Here I explain with an example how to write a Verilog code for a model using a table.
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How is the Design Process of Microchips (ASICs): Analog Flow from Design to Tapeout
Fabricate a prototype of a chip is expensive and it needs from several months up to 1 year to be finished. Therefore, it is very important to ensure that you take advantage of your money with each fabrication opportunity you have. [Read more…] about How is the Design Process of Microchips (ASICs): Analog Flow from Design to Tapeout
What are the meaning of Vdd, Vss, Vcc, Vee and GND?
It has always been a bit intriguing and even confusing the nomenclature of these power voltages. [Read more…] about What are the meaning of Vdd, Vss, Vcc, Vee and GND?
Lab Characterization of the Panasonic AM-1456
Here the solar cell Panasonic AM-1456 is going to be tested in the lab. These measurements were taken in terms of choosing a solar cell for energy harvesting. [Read more…] about Lab Characterization of the Panasonic AM-1456