Expert Insights

Angela Raucher  |  November 24, 2015

Taking an end-to-end approach to IoT security

Achieving IoT security means addressing every link in the chain, from the quality of your application code to embedding a root of trust in the hardware.
Bruce McGaughy  |  October 28, 2015

FastSPICE simulators hit their expiration date

Although FastSPICE simulators are in almost every design flow, requirements are moving beyond the capabilities they can provide. Parallel processing provides a solution.
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Nasib Naser  |  October 19, 2015

Ten key tips for effective memory verification

Verification IP can help verify that memory-controller implementations meet standards; test an implementation against specific memories; and drive traffic for SoC verification and power analysis. Here's how to choose it.
Amol Herlekar  |  October 8, 2015

Preparing for low-power verification success: setting objectives and measuring outcomes

A look at what it takes to verify low-power SoC designs, including setting objectives and measuring outcomes in a UPF-driven verification strategy
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Lauro Rizzatti  |  September 12, 2015

Skeet shooting and design debug

In-circuit emulation is attractive but brings with it debug-visibility issues. There are ways to restructure the environment to make bug hunting much more deterministic.
Gervais Fong  |  August 26, 2015

USB Type-C: easier for users, harder for designers

Implementing the reversible connector of USB Type-C demands a rethink of the PHY architecture to achieve the most cost-effective IP solution
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Warren Kurisu  |  August 24, 2015

A scalable RTOS and other essentials for embedded wearables development

The wearables market is booming. Successful development depends on assembling the right software and hardware tools. Here's a primer on what to look for.
Jai Durgam  |  August 19, 2015

Make vs buy in automotive IP

A look at some of the quality and safety requirements that must be met when developing and applying semiconductor IP to the automotive sector.
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Mick Posner  |  August 4, 2015

Building better debug facilities for bigger FPGA-based prototypes

The introduction of bigger FPGAs enables more complex prototypes - but makes debugging more of a challenge. Here's one way to address the issue.
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John Blyler  |  July 14, 2015

USB Type-C: what it is and why it matters

A look at the USB Type-C connector and the enhanced data rates and charging facilities it will enable
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