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Tag Archives: analog

Mixed-Signal and RF Help Drive Silicon-on-Insulator Growth

March 21, 2013

Here’s another example of the growing importance of analog/mixed-signal, RF-wireless, and silicon-on-insulator technologies. Continue reading

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Big Data Means Big Business for Semi IP

November 13, 2012

Vast amounts of machine-to-machine and human data promise plenty of work for information analysis and semiconductor IP designers. Continue reading

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Chip Patterns Look Like Salvador Dali Painting

July 17, 2012

Nanoscale variability requires many more simulations for statistically valid analysis. Tanner Design discusses this variability impact on traditional analog and RF IP designers. Continue reading

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Intelligent Embedded Systems elude Definition

June 22, 2012

Although a boon to semiconductor sensor, analog and RF-wireless IP providers, few practitioners seem able to clearly define intelligent embedded systems. Continue reading

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Wireless IP Grows in Surprising Ways

February 17, 2012

While growing, analog and wireless IP usage may face challenges in manufacturing preferences at lower nodes and emerging LTE technology trends. Continue reading

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Was IP Key to Synopsys-Magma Deal?

December 2, 2011

Bucking popular trends, Synopsys’s interest in Magma is driven more by R&D talent and existing customer base than semiconductor IP. Continue reading

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