Automated ESD protection verification for 2.5D and 3D ICs
Nov. 4, 2022
2.5D/3D IC designs present new challenges in both ESD design and verification. Advanced automated ESD verification methodology accurately and effectively evaluates ESD protection in 2.5/3D IC designs.
While automated flows for ESD protection verification are well-established for 2D ICs, 2.5D and 3D designs present new challenges in both ESD circuit design and verification. New and innovative automated ESD verification methodologies can accurately and effectively evaluates ESD protection in 2.5/3D IC designs. Ensuring accurate and consistent ESD protection in 2.5/3D ICs raises the reliability and product life of these products, ensuring they deliver the value and functionality the market demands.
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