Why Philippine Government Must Focus on IC Design Industry
Introduction Picture a world where the heartbeat of modern civilization is governed not by skyscraper structures or grand statues but by tiny chips, invisible to the naked eye. These are the INTEGRATED CIRCUITS (ICs)- the lifeblood of our digital age. Every swipe on a smartphone, every calculation in a supercomputer, and all signals in communication […]
Empowering Open-Source Tools for Innovative IC Design
The world of Integrated Circuit (IC) design is at the heart of modern technology. From smartphones to AI-driven devices and the latest IoT products, virtually every electronic device relies on ICs. However, the cost and complexity of traditional design tools have made it challenging for startups, researchers, and smaller companies to get involved in chip […]
From Legacy to Innovation: I3C vs. I2C, SPI, UART, and CAN Demystified
Communication protocols are necessary in the field of electronics and embedded systems in order to provide effective device interaction and data sharing. Newer protocols like I3C are developing to solve the shortcomings of earlier ones, even if many well-known protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and CAN have fulfilled their functions over time. However, how does […]
Maximizing Potential: Cloud vs. Edge vs. Fog Computing – Which Solution is Right for You?”
The world of technology is changing fast, and with it comes a whole new set of computing models. If you’re trying to wrap your head around the terms cloud, edge, and fog computing, you’re not alone! They’re everywhere these days, and understanding the difference between them is more important than ever, whether you’re a developer, […]
The Leading EDA Tools in IC Design for VLSI
Our industry of microelectronics design is powered by highly complex fabrications that require an equivalent tool to help create them. Between manufacturers and designs of hardware, firmware, software and service providers, electronic design automation tools are essential to creating digital and analog semiconductor devices and electronic microchips. What are EDA tools? EDA tools are a […]
ASIC Design Flow for VLSI Engineering Teams [GUIDE]
Over the course of months, and even years, engineering teams all over the world work together to develop advanced technologies that are years ahead of where we are today in minute-sized, application specific integrated circuits (ASIC). It is this exciting race, filled with challenges and discoveries, that brings to life smaller, faster, and more power […]