Fukuoka, Japan
NSCore, a leader in Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) technology, is announcing the completion of its
Automotive Grade-1 qualification of their NVM IP. The increase in the electronic components count in
automobiles is requiring more and more NVM IP, for control of systems like anti-lock brakes,
infotainment, and driver assistance. These systems rely on NVM IP to store critical performance
requirements and provide access to software updates when available and uploaded into the electrical
system in the automobile.
This IP is available in a 180-nanometer (nm) mixed signal 1.8V/5V CMOS and a 180nm BCD process. The
NSCore NVM IP does not require any additional masks or process steps. Using this IP will reduce the
overall cost to manufacture chips by up to 30%. Adopting the NSCore NVM IP can also increase the
actual chip output of the foundry. This approach will enable a 30% reduction in the photo lithography
steps required to build each chip using the NSCore IP, compared to embedded Flash memory solutions.
By deploying the NSCore NVM IP, a foundry has the potential of increasing the total number of wafers
fabricated each day by up to 30%. This will enable to the foundry to significantly increase its production
to address the needs of the semiconductor market.
The current semiconductor shortage is also one of the major causes of inflation in the supply chain for
several different products, including automobiles. The 30% chip level savings gained by using the NSCore
MTP solution can also help reduce the overall bill of materials (BOM) cost for the electronic systems
deployed in automobiles. That kind of significant cost saving is a goal that many chip manufacturers are
looking to achieve. This is exciting news for all the industries currently suffering from the inflationary
pressures of the semiconductor chip shortage.
The NSCore Automotive Grade-1 NVM IP has been fully qualified to support 1K cycles of endurance.
That range can be increased to support 10K cycles of endurance, based on the specific requirements or
needs of the targeted application. A 32Kbyte silicon proven macro is available to be shipped to
customers with a complete design kit for chip level integration. Different macros can be made available
in a comprehensive range of configurations supporting both small and large densities applications.
NSCore’s 30+ patents, and its ability to build NVM IP solutions without any additional layers in a
standard digital process, enables it to provide this unique solution in multiple technology nodes, for low-
cost applications.
About NSCore:
Founded in 2004, NSCore is an IP provider specializing in the field of non-volatile memory technology.
NSCore has developed a non-volatile memory core which can be implemented in standard CMOS
platforms with excellent process portability, high yield, and high reliability. NSCore provides a complete
matrix of macros (bit counts), specific design parameters for each, foundry proven yield and reliability
data, and finally multiple licensing options to fit the customer’s needs. The result is a non-volatile memory
IP that is ready for integration into the end user’s product. Visit www.nscore.com for more information.
NSCore, a leader in Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) technology, is announcing the completion of its
Automotive Grade-1 qualification of their NVM IP. The increase in the electronic components count in
automobiles is requiring more and more NVM IP, for control of systems like anti-lock brakes,
infotainment, and driver assistance. These systems rely on NVM IP to store critical performance
requirements and provide access to software updates when available and uploaded into the electrical
system in the automobile.
This IP is available in a 180-nanometer (nm) mixed signal 1.8V/5V CMOS and a 180nm BCD process. The
NSCore NVM IP does not require any additional masks or process steps. Using this IP will reduce the
overall cost to manufacture chips by up to 30%. Adopting the NSCore NVM IP can also increase the
actual chip output of the foundry. This approach will enable a 30% reduction in the photo lithography
steps required to build each chip using the NSCore IP, compared to embedded Flash memory solutions.
By deploying the NSCore NVM IP, a foundry has the potential of increasing the total number of wafers
fabricated each day by up to 30%. This will enable to the foundry to significantly increase its production
to address the needs of the semiconductor market.
The current semiconductor shortage is also one of the major causes of inflation in the supply chain for
several different products, including automobiles. The 30% chip level savings gained by using the NSCore
MTP solution can also help reduce the overall bill of materials (BOM) cost for the electronic systems
deployed in automobiles. That kind of significant cost saving is a goal that many chip manufacturers are
looking to achieve. This is exciting news for all the industries currently suffering from the inflationary
pressures of the semiconductor chip shortage.
The NSCore Automotive Grade-1 NVM IP has been fully qualified to support 1K cycles of endurance.
That range can be increased to support 10K cycles of endurance, based on the specific requirements or
needs of the targeted application. A 32Kbyte silicon proven macro is available to be shipped to
customers with a complete design kit for chip level integration. Different macros can be made available
in a comprehensive range of configurations supporting both small and large densities applications.
NSCore’s 30+ patents, and its ability to build NVM IP solutions without any additional layers in a
standard digital process, enables it to provide this unique solution in multiple technology nodes, for low-
cost applications.
About NSCore:
Founded in 2004, NSCore is an IP provider specializing in the field of non-volatile memory technology.
NSCore has developed a non-volatile memory core which can be implemented in standard CMOS
platforms with excellent process portability, high yield, and high reliability. NSCore provides a complete
matrix of macros (bit counts), specific design parameters for each, foundry proven yield and reliability
data, and finally multiple licensing options to fit the customer’s needs. The result is a non-volatile memory
IP that is ready for integration into the end user’s product. Visit www.nscore.com for more information.