PVT Controller, TSMC 28HPC+

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, 28nm

Maturity

Available on Request

Availability

Available

TSMC

Pre-Silicon: 28nm

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