PVT Controller (Series 5) (Sub-system for complete PVT monitoring), TSMC N4P

Overview

The PVT Controller provides a standard digital interface to the embedded Process, Voltage and Temperature (PVT) sensing Sub-System used to increase System on Chip performance and reliability. On-chip PVT monitoring is now a key consideration for 28-nanometer (nm) and FinFET technology based designs. This In-Chip Sensing and PVT Monitoring IP is available as part of the Synopsys DesignWare® Foundation IP portfolio. It also forms the foundation of the new Synopsys Silicon Lifecycle Management (SLM) platform. SLM enables new levels of insight for both SoC providers as well as their customers to optimize operational activities at each stage of the device and system lifecycles from design to in-field.

Key Features

  • Monitor multiple instances of Process Monitors, Voltage Monitors & Temperature Sensors
  • Temperature & Voltage Alarms / Hard Stops
  • PVT Statistics (max min sample values, sample counters)
  • Clock synth
  • Auto-polling
  • Soft and hard lock of register access
  • iJTAG access support

Benefits

  • Relieves system controller of many sensor related housekeeping tasks
  • Provides a standard digital interface for the system controller to the PVT sensors
  • Continuously monitors voltage and temperature levels and triggers alarms
  • Clock Speed Optimization
  • Increased Reliability & Device Lifetime

Applications

  • Thermal monitoring and management
  • Power and energy optimization
  • Process speed assessment
  • Enhancing reliability

Deliverables

  • Datasheet
  • RTL & Constraints (PVT-Controller)
  • Verilog model

Technical Specifications

Foundry, Node
TSMC, N4P
Availability
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TSMC
Pre-Silicon: 4nm
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Semiconductor IP