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The Impact of Make vs Buy Decisions for Memory Interface Solutions (Jun. 18, 2007)
When planning a complex product development project using an ASIC or SoC it is critical to analyze the various risks, project costs, resources required, and expertise required in order to allocate resources (money, equipment and people) to maximize the profit potential of the product. At MemCore we believe that many times this analysis does not include many of the key ''hidden'' costs and risks associated with the implementation of a complex memory interface solution (memory controller).
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Open source soft microprocessors promise a new era in embedded design (Mar. 08, 2007)
FPGA designers are embedding soft microprocessors in an increasing number of designs. As a result, FPGA vendors and third-party Intellectual Property (IP) vendors have developed a number of soft microprocessors that are licensed in a variety of ways including the most recent model, Open Source.
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High Performance Connectivity IP -- Avoiding Pitfalls When Selecting An IP Vendor (Feb. 12, 2007)
In this paper, we will discuss how to select a third party IP vendor, how to verify third party IP, and some of the gotcha's when integrating third party IP, with a special focus on the SerDes-based PHYs for PCI Express and SATA as well as PHYs for USB and DDR2. In addition, we will discuss the impact of 65 nm and 45 nm process effects on yield, we will review the advantages and disadvantages of moving to serial links, we will propose complete vertical integrated solutions, and we will present production testing techniques.
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How Aggregators Help ASIC Design Teams Differentiate Their Products (Aug. 17, 2006)
Selecting and integrating IP is rapidly becoming the biggest challenge of the ASIC industry. The success of an ASIC depends on the careful selection of reliable IP.
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Reverse Disaggregation - How Silicon IP Will Change the Semiconductor Supply Chain (May. 11, 2006)
How Silicon IP Will Change the Semiconductor Supply Chain
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Bridging the Gap Between IP Provider and Silicon Design Center (Mar. 23, 2006)
In this paper the reasons why the gap exists and some practical approaches on how to fill the gap are explored. With this understanding, the different IP cost structures of license fee and royalties are discussed to see which fits best in which situation
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IP's future: survival of the fittest (Mar. 13, 2006)
We see the genesis of this today with platform systems-on-chip in which most IP blocks come preintegrated, preverified and validated. The method in which an IP vendor is selected will also mature. A lot will depend on the methodology, process and level of
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Business Considerations in SoC IP Procurement (Feb. 13, 2006)
This paper details the legal, business and procedural considerations associated with the acquisition of commercial IP from IP vendors and partnering to facilitate its integration into an SOC device. It outlines PMC-Sierra’s experiences with commercial IP
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Follow the right steps for evaluating platform methodology (Oct. 20, 2005)
Using a structured approach, analysts can identify and select high pay-off alternatives of proposed products prior to engaging in costly product development
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One Approach to IP Cores: Ten Years and Going Strong (Jan. 21, 2005)
One Approach to IP Cores: Ten Years and Going Strong
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Modeling Total Cost of Ownership for Semiconductor IP (Nov. 05, 2004)
Modeling Total Cost of Ownership for Semiconductor IP