D&R Industry Articles (November 2023)

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Reliability challenges in 3D IC semiconductor design

3D ICs represent an expansion of heterogeneous advanced package technology into the third dimension, presenting similar design to manufacturability challenges as 2D advanced packages along with additional complexities.

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Hardware-Assisted Verification: Ideal Foundation for RISC-V Adoption

HAV is becoming an enabler for the emerging ecosystem based on its ability to run many cycles of software-driven validation.

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Menta eFPGA IP for Edge AI

The paper is divided into two main sections: the first one deals with AI algorithms, with a particular focus on Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs), which are widely acknowledged as the most commonly employed techniques in the field. The second part of the paper shifts its focus to their hardware implementation, where three distinct hardware categories are evaluated: general-purpose processors, specialized AI chips, and programmable systems.

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Inside HDR10: A technical exploration of High Dynamic Range

High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology has taken the world of visual entertainment, especially streaming media solutions, by storm. It's the secret sauce that makes images and videos look incredibly lifelike and captivating. From the vibrant colors in your favourite movies to the dazzling graphics in video games, HDR has revolutionized how we perceive visuals on screens.