Before discussing the boot process, let’s briefly talk about the learning path for digital ICs. There are many directions in digital IC design, including processor chip design, memory chip design, logic chip design, and so on. Ultimately, we find that digital chip systems generally encompass three functions: storage, transmission, and computation. The value of a … Read more
Power Grid Design for Advanced SoCs (TechInsights Analysis Report, January 21, 2025, Author: Tom Dillinger)IntroductionThe development of advanced SoC chip design requires extensive upfront project planning, from market research to technology selection, engineering resource allocation, and the EDA methods employed. A key aspect of this planning work is the implementation of the power/ground distribution network … Read more
1. Introduction The design of the reset tree for SoC (System on Chip) is a critical aspect that ensures the chip can reliably start and recover under various conditions. The reset tree, as a crucial yet often overlooked infrastructure within the SoC, is responsible for safely, reliably, and orderly transmitting reset signals generated externally or … Read more
1. Introduction The design of the reset tree for SoC (System on Chip) is a critical aspect that ensures the chip can reliably start and recover under various conditions. The reset tree, as a crucial yet often overlooked infrastructure within the SoC, is responsible for safely, reliably, and orderly transmitting reset signals generated externally or … Read more
1. Introduction The design of the reset tree for SoC (System on Chip) is a critical aspect that ensures the chip can reliably start and recover under various conditions. The reset tree, as a crucial yet often overlooked infrastructure within the SoC, is responsible for safely, reliably, and orderly transmitting reset signals generated externally or … Read more
Click the blue "Arm Selected" in the upper left corner and select "Set as Favorite" 1. Background With the advancement of technology, the trend for security needs has become increasingly evident. ARM has been continuously adjusting and updating its new architectures, many of which are related to security. Below are some architectures related to security. … Read more
A wave of chip innovation based on open instruction sets is spreading globally, from Silicon Valley to Shenzhen, as tech companies compete for control over the future of the RISC-V architecture. In February 2025, Alibaba’s Damo Academy’s XuanTie team showcased its server-grade processor C930 at the Ecological Conference, achieving a high performance level of 15 … Read more
In today’s highly complex System-on-Chip (SoC) design, engineers face a perpetual dilemma: how to achieve the right verification at the right time and with the right accuracy? The answer lies inMixed-Abstract Modeling— a core methodology that makes modern chip design possible.No single level of abstraction can simultaneously meet all requirements in terms of efficiency, accuracy, … Read more
The era of general-purpose processor architectures is giving way to designs optimized for performance, power consumption, and scalability, specifically tailored for targeted workloads. The ongoing expansion of data-driven applications in artificial intelligence (AI), edge computing, automotive, and industrial markets is driving a fundamental shift in processor design. It can be said that chip manufacturers can … Read more
01 Autonomous Driving Camera – Connection Topology Camera Connection Topology Based on the different connection methods between the camera and the main control ECU, the system topology can be divided into the following categories: Point-to-Point Direct Connection Topology、Multiplexing Topology and Daisy Chain Topology。 Point-to-Point Direct Connection Topology Structure Overview: Point-to-Point topology is the simplest and … Read more