imec on the Benefits of ASICs and How to Seize Them

imec on the Benefits of ASICs and How to Seize Them
by Daniel Nenni on 12-14-2025 at 2:00 pm

imec ASIC White Paper

In an era where product differentiation increasingly depends on performance, power efficiency, and form factor, Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) have become the ultimate competitive weapon for innovative companies. Unlike off-the-shelf processors, FPGAs, or even ASSPs, a full- or semi-custom ASIC is… Read More


Protect against ESD by ensuring latch-up guard rings

Protect against ESD by ensuring latch-up guard rings
by Admin on 10-13-2025 at 10:00 am

fig1 latchup event

By Mark Tawfik

Overview: Protecting ICs from costly ESD and latch-up failures

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) events cost the semiconductor industry an estimated $8 billion annually in lost productivity, warranty claims and product failures [1].

Ensuring the robust protection of integrated circuits (ICs) against various… Read More