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Introduction to The OpenRoad Project

OpenROAD stands for Open Road Automated Design, and its mission is to transform the traditional RTL-to-GDSII flow into a streamlined, open-source solution. With objectives focused on improving accessibility, fostering collaboration, and leveraging machine learning, it offers a comprehensive suite of tools and methodologies that empower designers to create effective hardware

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IP Verification: Ultimate Guide

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In an era where semiconductor technology drives innovation across industries, the importance of effective verification methods has never been more prominent. As designs become increasingly complex, ensuring the integrity and functionality of Intellectual Property (IP) cores is critical for success.
 
IP verification stands at the forefront of semiconductor design,

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OSAT Location

Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test, commonly referred to as OSAT, plays a vital role in the semiconductor industry. These companies specialize in assembling and testing semiconductor devices designed by Integrated Device Manufacturers (IDMs) and fabless companies. OSATs provide services that include packaging raw silicon into usable chips and conducting rigorous

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What is a Wafer Fab

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Wafer fabrication, or wafer fab, plays a crucial role in transforming raw materials into the intricate microchips that power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles.
 
The process of wafer fabrication involves various sophisticated techniques and technologies that ensure precision and efficiency in creating integrated circuits. With the growth of

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Qualitas Semiconductor and Verisilicon signed a licensing agreement for 4nm PCIe 6.0 PHY IP

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SEOUL, South Korea – January 9, 2025 — QUALITAS SEMICONDUCTOR CO., LTD. (hereinafter referred to as “Qualitas”) (KOSDAQ: 432720), a leading provider of high-speed interconnect solutions, has announced the supply of its 4nm PCIe 6.0 PHY IP to VeriSilicon Inc., a global design house.
 
This agreement was part of

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Radiation Hardening ASICs

In a world increasingly reliant on technology, even the skies are not a limit—until radiation wreaks havoc on sensitive electronics. Aerospace missions, military operations, and deep-space explorations face the relentless threat of radiation, necessitating innovative solutions to protect vital components. Among these solutions lies the sophistication of radiation-hardened application-specific integrated

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