Debugging stimulus generation in VMM, OVM testbenches
|
2009-05-22 |
| This article reviews the components of stimulus generation in the VMM and OVM environments, and outlines a typical layered stimulus solution. It also takes a look at the different capabilities available for debugging |
|
| Debugging processor reorder buffer timeout
|
2010-11-29 |
| Here's the methodology to debug processor reorder buffer (ROB) timeout issues. |
|
| Debugging with high-bandwidth mixed-signal oscilloscopes
|
2009-12-10 |
| This article highlights a few of the challenges and how mixed-signal oscilloscope (MSO) can overcome these challenges. |
|
| Assertive debugging: Correcting software as if we meant it
|
2005-10-17 |
| This technique keeps embedded systems healthy by having the code monitor itself |
|
| Debugging digital still camera designs
|
2000-06-01 |
| This article first explains how a digital camera works. It then offers some real-life techniques to help you debug your digital camera designs, especially for diagnosing redundant and missing pixels. |
|
| System-level multicore debugging made easy
|
2005-08-01 |
| Virtual system prototypes outdo traditional ISS models in multicore SoC designs |
|
| Digital video IC set for debugging ride
|
2002-09-16 |
| Philips' CTAG uses several existing tests to determine the reliability of their new Digital Video Platform system chip. |
|
| One approach for debugging of modified designs
|
2001-03-01 |
| Two engineers describe a methodology of comparing old designs to new designs in order to validate the new one. |
|
| Visualize a better debugging tool
|
2003-11-03 |
| Programmers often use visualization tools to investigate bugs they already know exist. But when used in novel, almost casual ways, these tools can be more powerful. Is there a new tool here for finding elusive bugs? |
|
| Strategies for debugging embedded systems
|
2001-05-16 |
| The best time to detect bugs in your embedded system design is early in the development process. This article introduces the idea of instrumentation code injected into the implementation of UML models for the purposes of increasing the system controllability and testability. |
|
| On-chip instrumentation aids OCP debugging
|
2006-01-02 |
| Debug analysis and on-chip instrumentation are evolving to support more complex chips, addressing issues such as bus-level debug. |
|
| Evaluation kit boosts MCU-based system designs
|
2006-07-01 |
| This article describes a range of evaluation kits that considerably ease this changeover, offering advanced features such as USB powering of the board, JTAG debugging and single-button Flash download |
|
| Using sockets and adapters with BGAs
|
1999-09-01 |
| BGA sockets and adapters are being purchased by chipmakers in various Asian countries for debugging and testing production models of motherboards. Their low profile designs and optional heat sinks allow them to compete with direct attach methods |
|
| Designing PCBs for embedded switching power supplies
|
1999-12-01 |
| Developing the schematic and debugging the breadboard in switching power supplies is a good start, but the critical challenge is to layout the PCB. Maximize your design by understand the power-supply operation, the circuit limitations, and performance requirements |
|
| Reduce time to market using Flash technology
|
2000-03-20 |
| This paper describes Flash-based processors that are used to reduce the cost and time to market a product. The primary savings come in the form of reduced development time and easier debugging of the product |
|
| Address verification issues with scalable methods
|
2007-04-02 |
| This article examines how scalable verification, design for verification, and strategies that include abstraction, assertion-based techniques, and improved debugging methods address the fundamental challenges facing design teams |
|
| Board simulation expands debug scope
|
2001-08-01 |
| The paper provides a basic tutorial on board simulation and explains its advantages in improving debugging early in the design stage |
|
| Using the LIN bus in household applications
|
2003-03-03 |
| Utilizing the LIN bus saves money by abolishing the need for multiple program modules and multiple wires; testing and debugging can also be performed via the LIN bus, thereby saving even more money for the manufacturer and consumer |
|
| Accelerating software development cycles while improving product reliability
|
2000-08-01 |
| Conventional OS architectures provide limited support for memory management units (MMU) and as a result, complex system software for something like a driver information system (DIS) can require extensive debugging and testing for even minor code enhancements. This paper discusses the Universal Process Model (UPM) architecture and compares it to existing architectures used by developers |
|
| Reduce time to market using FLASH technology
|
2000-05-03 |
| This paper describes the Flash-based processors that can be used to reduce the cost and time to market for a product. The primary savings come in the form of reduced development time and easier debugging of the product |
|
| Capacitive sensing for specific apps (Part 3)
|
2012-01-10 |
| Here's a look at layout issues and noise sources. |
|
| Paving the way to painless product dev't
|
2010-05-12 |
| One of the goals for embedded systems developers is to create firmware in a programming environment that supports and enhances low BOM cost, software reliability and fast development time. |
|
| Making low power possible in wireless sensor networks
|
2011-11-16 |
| Find out why low power features and integration of modules in a single chip are vital for a rugged and efficient node development. |
|
| Speed enhancements for Model Tech upgrades
|
2001-04-15 |
| This article discusses the ModelSim simulation upgrade, which promises faster performance, better memory use, new interactive debug features and improved testbench and regression test support. |
|
| Early verification and validation using model-based design
|
2010-06-16 |
| The primary way model-based design achieves verification and validation is through testing in simulation. |
|
| Perform integrated HW/SW verification
|
2008-01-02 |
| As the lines marking the responsibilities of HW/SW teams and who is responsible for implementation and debug are getting blurred, new methodologies must be adopted to effectively validate an entire IP or silicon solution. The ability to efficiently and optimally design, and perform system-level verification can result in a significant competitive advantage, especially as software solutions become expected deliverables along with complex IP or silicon. |
|
| Make the most of 8b/10b encoding in USB 3.0 design
|
2012-01-19 |
| Here's a guide to implementing 8b/10 bit encoding in a USB 3.0 design including how and when to use commercially-available SuperSpeed PIPE PHYs versus a custom design with general purpose deserializer components to allow direct access, capture and recording. |
|
| Flow is shaky for programmable SoCs
|
2001-03-01 |
| Programmable SoC designs are becoming the trend of the future thanks to the greater density of today's programmable devices and the availability of efficient microprocessors. Unfortunately the CAD flows for these devices are far from being robust. |
|
| Address hardware/software integration issues with combined prototyping solutions
|
2012-01-11 |
| Find out how to reap the individual advantages of prototypes in combination with other prototyping techniques. |
|
| Dolphin, Raisonance team-up on microcontroller core
|
2001-06-01 |
| The Dolphin Integration and Raisonance team up to create a hierarchical development system for the 8051 8-bit microcontroller core is expected to bring enhancements in the field of control technology. |
|
|
|
|
|
|Electronic Components|Computer Products|Trade Show Center
|Site Feedback|Site Map|Help|About Us|Contact Us|Terms of Use|Privacy Policy|Security Commitment