3bit-per-cell NAND ready for prime time

As the NAND industry successfully commercialized MLC, 3bit-per-cell technology will help the industry produce efficient non-volatile storage fueling growth of many current and new apps.

Understanding the different types of clock jitter

Clock jitter is deviation of a clock edge from its ideal location. Here's a discussion of the different types of clock jitter.

Buffers minimize jitter in clock distribution

In communications designs, high-performance clock buffers are often used for duplication, distribution and fanout of clock signals. Here, sensitivity to long-term jitter is a critical concern.

Techniques for evaluating deterministic jitter

This article discusses the effects of power supply noise interference on PLL-based clock generators and describes techniques for evaluating the resulting deterministic jitter.

Addressing system-level ESD questions

This article explores five frequently asked questions regarding the basics of ESD and transient voltage suppression for board level circuit protection on dataline communication circuits.

ESD protection tips to improve reliability

Varistors and silicon ESD-protection devices reduce the amount of energy an IC will see from an ESD pulse.

Off-chip ESD protection anticipates IC scaling

By selecting a protection TVS with good clamping performance and applying some basic layout techniques, designers can maximize the chance of passing ESD testing the first time and ensure greater product reliability.

Dealing with automotive radio design challenges

Next-gen automotive radio platforms pose new challenges to both OEMs and suppliers as they require robust product design and thorough product qualification.

Evaluating MEMS, ASIC chips for automotive apps

This article describes the technical challenges related to automotive electronics qualification and verification of a MEMS-based sensor and ASIC system.

LIN protocol keeps costs low for automotive nets

The LIN protocol has the potential to be used widely in automotive applications, enabling designers to produce systems at the lowest possible cost.

450mm, EUV, TSVs suffer further delays

IC Insights sees more delays for two emerging and key IC manufacturing technologies: 450mm and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography.

Analyst: Is Moore's Law slowing down?

An analyst cited that the 450mm fabs and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography delays may be a possible sign that Moore's Law is in danger of slowing down.

iPad tablet, anyone?

Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs unveiled iPad, a tablet-style mobile computer, thinner and lighter than any laptop or netbook.

Will iPad live up to its hype?

Consumers, analysts voice out their praises and concerns on Apple's latest hot gadget—the iPad tablet.

4G mobile services market set for rapid growth

Total 4G mobile consumer service revenue, including mobile Internet services, will exceed $70 billion worldwide in 2014.

Altair, Anadigics team to push LTE adoption

Altair Semiconductor and Anadigics Inc. are joining forces to drive Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology adoption.

Motorola solutions drive Taiwan 4G network

Taiwan telecom Far EasTone Telecom has launched its WiMAX 4G service in Taichung City with Motorola home and networks mobility's end-to-end solutions.