➀ AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D features thick dummy silicon layers using 93% of the CCD stack for stability; ➁ The 3D chiplet is now positioned underneath the CCD; ➂ The thick silicon layer provides structural support and protection for the processor.
Recent #Silicon news in the semiconductor industry
➀ The complexities of modern IC designs with multiple clocks and asynchronous resets make reset logic more challenging than in early single-clock designs; ➁ Reset Domain Crossing (RDC) tools, like Questa RDC, perform static verification on reset logic to identify issues like glitches and metastability; ➂ Siemens' Questa RDC is effective in identifying structural and advanced reset tree issues, ensuring integrity before tapeout.
➀ Ollie Jones emphasizes customer focus at Sondrel, ensuring high-quality personal service in custom chip delivery; ➁ Sondrel expands into the American market after establishing a strong reputation in Europe and Israel; ➂ The company differentiates itself by providing tailored services for complex chip designs.