Category Archives: ASIC Design

NASA Awards Alphacore Four Contracts for Radiation Hardened Microelectronics Innovation

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January 13, 2025 — The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awarded four contracts in 2024 to Alphacore to advance the development of cutting-edge microelectronics systems to support space and other missions. Alphacore, a leader in analog, mixed-signal, and RF integrated circuit design intellectual property, excels in creating high-performance, low-power designs

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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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ASIC vs Sensor vs FPGA

In a world increasingly reliant on technology, understanding the distinctions between key hardware components is essential. From powered devices to complex processing systems, the types of circuits and systems we choose can define performance, cost, and scalability. Among the most prominent players in the realm of electronics are Application-Specific Integrated

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VLSI Learning Courses

VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration) refers to the process of creating integrated circuits (ICs) by combining thousands to millions of transistors on a single chip. VLSI technology is at the heart of modern electronics, enabling advancements in microprocessors, memory devices, sensors, and more. Learning VLSI design can open doors to

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Ansys and Synopsys Announce Agreement with Keysight Technologies for Sale of Ansys PowerArtist

PITTSBURGH and SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/
 
Ansys (NASDAQ: ANSS) and Synopsys (NASDAQ: SNPS) today announced that Ansys has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of its PowerArtist™ business to Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS), a global leader in design and simulation software for semiconductors, electronics and high-performance systems. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including review by regulatory

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Cadence Virtuoso: Ultimate Guide

Cadence virtuoso

In a world driven by technological innovation, the tools we use to design circuits can substantially impact productivity and creativity. Cadence Virtuoso stands at the forefront of this transformation, shaping the landscape of analog design with its robust features. Understanding its capabilities is vital for engineers and designers looking to

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