Works (429)

Updated: January 30th, 2026 05:07

2025 article

3-D Stacking for AI Systems: Emulating Heterogeneous 3-D Architectures for AI

Kurshan, E., & Franzon, P. (2025, May 5). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 15, pp. 1161–1169.

By: E. Kurshan* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Artificial intelligence; Three-dimensional displays; Computer architecture; Three-dimensional integrated circuits; Hardware; Energy efficiency; Costs; Stacking; Noise; Training; 3-D integration; 3D integrated circuit (3DIC); artificial intelligence (AI); computing systems and optimization; low-power design; neuromorphic computing; system integration; temperature and reliability management
topics (OpenAlex): Manufacturing Process and Optimization; 3D Shape Modeling and Analysis
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 7, 2025

2025 article

3D Guard-Layer: An Integrated Agentic AI Safety System for Edge Artificial Intelligence

Kurshan, E., Xie, Y., & Franzon, P. D. (2025, January 1). SSRN Electronic Journal, Vol. 1.

By: E. Kurshan*, Y. Xie* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Adversarial Robustness in Machine Learning; Smart Grid Security and Resilience; Advanced Malware Detection Techniques
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 25, 2026

2025 article

3D Stacking for AI Systems: Emulating Heterogeneous 3D Architectures for AI

Kurshan, E., & Franzon, P. D. (2025, January 1). SSRN Electronic Journal, Vol. 1.

By: E. Kurshan* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 27, 2026

2025 journal article

A 27–30 GHz T/R Module With Reflection-Type Phase Shifting and Machine-Learned Calibration

IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I: Regular Papers, 1, 1–12.

By: Y. Chang n, Y. Wen n, Z. Hong n, B. Padmanabhan n, P. Franzon n & B. Floyd n

author keywords: Transmission line measurements; Switches; Phase shifters; Calibration; Gain; Circuits; Varactors; Voltage control; Tuning; Frequency measurement; Transmit-receive module; beamformer; phased-array; reflection-type phase shifter; millimeter wave; 28 GHz; 5G; calibration; machine learning; Bayesian optimization
topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Microwave Engineering and Waveguides
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Added: January 17, 2025

2025 article

A Conditional Diffusion Framework for Sample-Efficient Thermal Modeling in 3DICs

Dutta, S., Amin, F., Kashyap, P., Kannan, D., Panda, S., Rouf, N., & Franzon, P. D. (2025, October 19). (Vol. 10). Vol. 10.

By: S. Dutta n, F. Amin n, P. Kashyap*, D. Kannan n, S. Panda n, N. Rouf n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Model Reduction and Neural Networks; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; 3D IC and TSV technologies
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 26, 2026

2025 article

Q2SV: A High‐Level Synthesis Approach for State Vector Quantum Simulation

Bennakhi, A., Byrd, G. T., & Franzon, P. (2025, January 1). (S. Wei, Ed.). Quantum Engineering.

By: A. Bennakhi n, G. Byrd n & P. Franzon n

Ed(s): S. Wei

topics (OpenAlex): Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture; Quantum-Dot Cellular Automata; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
Source: ORCID
Added: November 30, 2025

2024 article proceedings

Analyzing Quantum Circuit Depth Reduction with Ancilla Qubits in MCX Gates

By: A. Bennakhi n, G. Byrd n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: quantum computing; ancilla qubits; quantum circuit depth reduction; NISQ; MCX
topics (OpenAlex): Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture; Quantum and electron transport phenomena; Quantum-Dot Cellular Automata
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: February 25, 2025

2024 article proceedings

Can Low-Rank Knowledge Distillation in LLMs be Useful for Microelectronic Reasoning?

By: N. Rouf n, F. Amin n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: LLMs for EDA education; LLM fine-tuning; knowledge-distillation; RAG; Low-Rank adaptation
topics (OpenAlex): Semantic Web and Ontologies; Natural Language Processing Techniques; Rough Sets and Fuzzy Logic
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: January 13, 2025

2024 article proceedings

High-Speed Receiver Transient Modeling with Generative Adversarial Networks

By: P. Kashyap*, A. Deroo*, D. Baron n, C. Wong n, T. Wu n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Data-Driven; Generative; Macro-model; SerDes; Transient
topics (OpenAlex): Non-Destructive Testing Techniques; Advanced Electrical Measurement Techniques; Magnetic Properties and Applications
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 26, 2024

2024 article

RD-FAXID: Ransomware Detection with FPGA-Accelerated XGBoost

Gajjar, A., Kashyap, P., Aysu, A., Franzon, P., Choi, Y., Cheng, C., … Ignowski, J. (2024, August 12). ACM Transactions on Reconfigurable Technology and Systems, Vol. 8.

author keywords: FPGAs; XGBoost; Binary Classification; High-Level Synthesis; Ransomware; Hardware Performance Counters; Accelerators; Machine Learning
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Malware Detection Techniques; Network Security and Intrusion Detection; Digital and Cyber Forensics
Sources: ORCID, Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 15, 2024

2024 article

Solving the B-SAT Problem Using Quantum Computing: Smaller Is Sometimes Better

Bennakhi, A., Byrd, G. T., & Franzon, P. (2024, October 18). Entropy, Vol. 26.

By: A. Bennakhi n, G. Byrd n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: quantum computing; B-SAT; Boolean satisfiability problem; Grover's search; electronic design automation (EDA); conjunctive normal form (CNF); closed-box testing
topics (OpenAlex): Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture; Computability, Logic, AI Algorithms; Complexity and Algorithms in Graphs
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Added: October 21, 2024

2024 article proceedings

Solving the B-SAT Problem Using Quantum Computing: Smaller is Sometimes Better

By: A. Bennakhi n, G. Byrd n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: quantum computing; B-SAT; Boolean satisfiability problem; Grover's Search; electronic design automation (EDA); conjunctive normal form (CNF); closed box testing
topics (OpenAlex): Distributed systems and fault tolerance; Advanced Database Systems and Queries; Logic, programming, and type systems
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: February 25, 2025

2024 article proceedings

Towards 3D AI Hardware: Fine-Grain Hardware Characterization of 3D Stacks for Heterogeneous System Integration & AI Systems

Towards 3D AI Hardware: Fine-Grain Hardware Characterization of 3D Stacks for Heterogeneous System Integration & AI Systems.

By: E. Kurshan* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Manufacturing Process and Optimization; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: February 25, 2025

2024 article proceedings

Transformer Based Channel Identification

author keywords: Channel-behavior; High-speed link; Transformer
topics (OpenAlex): Power Line Communications and Noise
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: February 25, 2025

2023 article proceedings

Chiplet Set For Artificial Intelligence

By: J. Stevens n, T. Pan n, P. Ravichandiran n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: ASIP; chiplet; AI accelerator; AIB
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: This paper presents a chipletized design used for Artificial Intelligence, which details a scalable AI chiplet set, along with Central Processing Units (CPUs), and focuses on phase one, which uses the United Semiconductor Japan Co. (USJC) 55 nm LP process to fabricate the design. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 14, 2023

2023 article proceedings

DepthGraphNet: Circuit Graph Isomorphism Detection via Siamese-Graph Neural Networks

By: F. Amin n, S. Chatterjee n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Machine Learning in Materials Science; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Computational Drug Discovery Methods
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 25, 2025

2023 article proceedings

Generative Adversarial Network Based Adaptive Transmitter Modeling

By: P. Kashyap n, P. Ravichandiran n, D. Baron n, C. Wong n, T. Wu n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Image and Signal Denoising Methods; Advanced Image Processing Techniques; Digital Media Forensic Detection
TL;DR: A data-driven approach for transmitter modeling is presented, which, coupled with prior receiver modeling work, enables end-to-end modeling of a SerDes link and reduces design time considerably, from running simulations to the final model deployment in under a week. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 19, 2023

2023 article proceedings

Generative Multi-Physics Models for System Power and Thermal Analysis Using Conditional Generative Adversarial Networks

By: P. Kashyap*, C. Cheng*, Y. Choi* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Power integrity; thermal analysis; digital twins; GAN; multi-physics; co-simulation
topics (OpenAlex): Model Reduction and Neural Networks; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
TL;DR: A novel way of using a class of deep learning algorithms called conditional GANs (cGANs) to efficiently model the power/thermal co-simulation task using generative models that can predict unseen simulation conditions is described. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: January 2, 2024

2023 article proceedings

System Aware Floorplanning for Chip-Package Co-design

By: T. Pan n, P. Franzon n, V. Srinivas*, M. Nagarajan* & D. Popovic*

author keywords: Floorplanning; Chip-package co-design
topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: A new floorplanning solution based on a novel floorplan model that more closely depicts the design challenges imposed by modern SoC system constraints is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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11. Sustainable Cities and Communities (OpenAlex)
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Added: January 2, 2024

2023 article proceedings

Thermal Cycling and Fatigue Life Analysis of a Laterally Conducting GaN-based Power Package

By: P. Zaghari n, S. Sinha n, J. Ryu n, P. Franzon n & D. Hopkins n

author keywords: GaN power module; thermal reliability; mechanical stress; fatigue life prediction; finite element analysis
topics (OpenAlex): Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies; Aluminum Alloys Composites Properties
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Added: July 3, 2023

2023 article proceedings

Thermal Estimation for 3D-ICs Through Generative Networks

By: P. Kashyap n, P. Ravichandiran n, L. Wang*, D. Baron n, C. Wong n, T. Wu n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: 3DIC; thermal; generative; GAN; hybrid-bonding
topics (OpenAlex): Model Reduction and Neural Networks; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Advancements in Photolithography Techniques
TL;DR: This paper presents a generative approach for modeling the power to heat dissipation for a 3DIC and shows that, given the power map, the model can generate the resultant heat for the bulk, opening the door for thermally aware floorplanning. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 14, 2023

2022 journal article

A Deep Transfer Learning Design Rule Checker With Synthetic Training

IEEE Design & Test, 40(1), 77–84.

By: L. Francisco n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Layout; Design methodology; Convolutional neural networks; Transfer learning; Generators; Deep learning; Manuals; Training data; Design Rule Checking; Machine Learning; IC Verification; Physical Verification; Convolutional Neural Network; Deep Learning; Synthetic Data Training; Transfer Learning
topics (OpenAlex): Machine Learning and Data Classification; Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems; Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; Model Reduction and Neural Networks
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Added: January 24, 2023

2022 journal article

Design Obfuscation Through 3-D Split Fabrication With Smart Partitioning

IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, 30(9), 1230–1243.

author keywords: Split-manufacturing; partitioning; design obfuscation; hybrid bonding; 3-D integrated circuit (3DIC)
topics (OpenAlex): Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) and Hardware Security; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
TL;DR: The results show that it should take more than 10 years to reconstruct the netlist using a brute-force attack if an adversary obtains either the fabricated wafers or their GDS. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 15, 2022

2022 article proceedings

FAXID: FPGA-Accelerated XGBoost Inference for Data Centers using HLS

By: A. Gajjar n, P. Kashyap n, A. Aysu n, P. Franzon n, S. Dey* & C. Cheng*

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Malware Detection Techniques; Adversarial Robustness in Machine Learning; Advanced Neural Network Applications
TL;DR: An FPGA-based XGBoost accelerator designed with High-Level Synthesis (HLS) tools and design flow accelerating binary classification inference is showcased, showing a latency speedup of the proposed design over state-of-art CPU and GPU implementations, including energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: October 11, 2022

2022 article

High Dimensional Optimization for Electronic Design

Wen, Y., Dean, J., Floyd, B. A., & Franzon, P. D. (2022, September 6). MLCAD '22: PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2022 ACM/IEEE 4TH WORKSHOP ON MACHINE LEARNING FOR CAD (MLCAD), pp. 153–157.

By: Y. Wen n, J. Dean n, B. Floyd n & P. Franzon n

Contributors: Y. Wen n, J. Dean n, B. Floyd n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Electronic Design Automation (EDA); High Dimensions; Bayesian Optimization; Random Embeddings; Local Inspection; Analog Circuits
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; Gaussian Processes and Bayesian Inference; Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithms Research
TL;DR: IC-REMBO improves the effectiveness and efficiency of the Random EMbedding Bayesian Optimization (REMBO) approach, which is a state-of-the-art high dimensional optimization method and is the first time applying REMBO or inspection method to electronic design. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: October 31, 2022

2022 article proceedings

High Dimensional Optimization for Electronic Design

By: Y. Wen n, J. Dean n, B. Floyd n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; Gaussian Processes and Bayesian Inference; Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithms Research
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 25, 2025

2022 article proceedings

Modeling of Adaptive Receiver Performance Using Generative Adversarial Networks

By: P. Kashyap n, Y. Choi*, S. Dey*, D. Baron n, C. Wong n, T. Wu n, C. Cheng*, P. Franzon n

author keywords: SerDes; receiver; behavior modeling; adaptive; generative; GAN; DFE; IBIS-AMI
topics (OpenAlex): Image and Signal Denoising Methods; Speech and Audio Processing; Advanced Image Processing Techniques
TL;DR: A data-driven approach to modeling a high-speed serializer/deserializer (SerDes) receiver through generative adversarial networks (GANs) through the use of a discriminator structure that improves the training to generate a contour plot that makes it difficult to distinguish the ground truth. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: September 19, 2022

2022 article

RxGAN: Modeling High-Speed Receiver through Generative Adversarial Networks

Kashyap, P., Gajjar, A., Choi, Y., Wong, C.-W., Baron, D., Wu, T., … Franzon, P. (2022, September 6). MLCAD '22: PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2022 ACM/IEEE 4TH WORKSHOP ON MACHINE LEARNING FOR CAD (MLCAD).

By: P. Kashyap n, A. Gajjar n, Y. Choi*, C. Wong n, D. Baron n, T. Wu n, C. Cheng*, P. Franzon n

Contributors: P. Kashyap n

author keywords: SerDes; receiver; behavior modeling; adaptive; generative; measurement; GAN; DFE; IBIS-AMI
topics (OpenAlex): Model Reduction and Neural Networks; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: This work proposes a data-driven approach using generative adversarial training to model a real-world receiver with varying DFE and CTLE configurations while handling different channel conditions and bitstreams. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: October 31, 2022

2022 article proceedings

RxGAN: Modeling High-Speed Receiver through Generative Adversarial Networks

topics (OpenAlex): Model Reduction and Neural Networks; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 2, 2025

2022 chapter

Solving the Inverse Problem Through Optimization — Applications to Analog/RF IC Design

In Surrogate Modeling for High-Frequency Design (pp. 325–360).

By: Y. Wang & P. Franzon*

topics (OpenAlex): Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 11, 2025

2021 article

A 125 μm × 245 μm Mainly Digital UHF EPC Gen2 Compatible RFID Tag in 55 nm CMOS Process

Bhanushali, K., Zhao, W., Pitts, W. S., & Franzon, P. D. (2021, June 8). IEEE Journal of Radio Frequency Identification, Vol. 9.

By: K. Bhanushali n, W. Zhao n, W. Pitts n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: UHF Gen2 RFID; passive; chip asset tracking; obscuration; RF-only
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
TL;DR: This paper presents a compact and largely digital UHF EPC Gen2-compatible RFID implemented using digital IP blocks that are easily portable and suitable for cost-sensitive applications, and as embedded RFIDs for tagging counterfeit Integrated Circuits. (via Semantic Scholar)
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (Web of Science; OpenAlex)
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Added: September 13, 2021

2021 article

A Review of 3D-Dynamic Random-Access Memory based Near-Memory Computation

Ravichandiran, P. P., & Franzon, P. D. (2021, October 1). 2021 IEEE INTERNATIONAL 3D SYSTEMS INTEGRATION CONFERENCE (3DIC).

By: P. Ravichandiran n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: near-memory computation; hardware accelerators; neural network; processing-in-memory; survey; 3D-IC; memory accelerator; comparison; hybrid-memory-cube
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: This paper analyzes a few critical NMC architecture implementations, specifically those with 3D-Stacked DRAM memory, and organized a literature review across structures, configuration, application, performance metrics, and present challenges and opportunities. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: May 2, 2022

2021 article

A Scalable Cluster-based Hierarchical Hardware Accelerator for a Cortically Inspired Algorithm

Dey, S., Baker, L., Schabel, J., Li, W., & Franzon, P. D. (2021, June 30). ACM Journal on Emerging Technologies in Computing Systems, Vol. 10.

By: S. Dey n, L. Baker n, J. Schabel n, W. Li n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Neuromorphic computing; accelerator; cortical processor; hierarchical temporal memory; sparse distributed memory
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Advanced Neural Network Applications; Stochastic Gradient Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: A scalable, configurable and cluster-based hierarchical hardware accelerator through custom hardware architecture for Sparsey, a cortical learning algorithm inspired by the operation of the human cortex that uses a Sparse Distributed Representation to enable unsupervised learning and inference in the same algorithm. (via Semantic Scholar)
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
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Added: February 28, 2022

2021 article

Design Benefits of Hybrid Bonding for 3D Integration

Nigussie, T., Pan, T.-H., Lipa, S., Pitts, W. S., DeLaCruz, J., & Franzon, P. (2021, June 1). IEEE 71ST ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AND TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE (ECTC 2021).

By: T. Nigussie*, T. Pan n, S. Lipa n, W. Pitts n, J. DeLaCruz* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: 3DIC; Hybrid bonding; DBI; Thermo-Compression Bonding; Partitioning; 3D design flow
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: Electrical and thermal analyses of 3D digital designs using hybrid bonding, specifically using the design rules, and other properties, for the XPERI DBI® technology at a $\mathrm{1.6}\ \mu \ mathrm{m}$ pad pitch are presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: November 1, 2021

2021 conference paper

Design Obfuscation through Smart Partitioning and 3D Integration – Experimental Results

Proceedings of Gomactech 2021. Presented at the Gomactech.

By: T. Nigussie, J. Schabel, S. Lipa, L. McIlrath, R. Patti & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 21, 2025

2021 article proceedings

Design for 3D Stacked Circuits

By: P. Franzon n, W. Davis n, E. Rotenberg n, J. Stevens n, S. Lipa n, T. Nigussie n, H. Pan n, L. Baker n ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: 2.5D and 3D technologies can give rise to a node equivalent of scaling due to improved connectivity because of improved connectivity, but design issues that need to be addressed in pursuing such exploitations include thermal management, design for test and computer aided design. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: July 11, 2022

2021 conference paper

Embedded RFID for Chip Asset Tracking

Proceedings of Gomactech 2021. Presented at the Gomactech.

By: K. Bhanushali, W. Pitts & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 21, 2025

2021 article

Fast and Accurate PPA Modeling with Transfer Learning

Francisco, L., Franzon, P., & Davis, W. R. (2021, August 30). 2021 ACM/IEEE 3RD WORKSHOP ON MACHINE LEARNING FOR CAD (MLCAD).

By: L. Francisco n, P. Franzon n & W. Davis n

author keywords: PPA; Machine Learning; Power; Performance; Area; Gradient Boost; Neural Network; Transfer Learning
topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: This work presents a machine learning approach using gradient boost models and neural networks to fast and accurately predict the power, performance, and area of a System-on-Chip (SoC) by reducing the number of samples used to create the models. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: November 15, 2021

2021 article proceedings

Fast and Accurate PPA Modeling with Transfer Learning

2021 IEEE/ACM International Conference On Computer Aided Design (ICCAD), 1–8.

By: W. Davis n, P. Franzon n, L. Francisco n, B. Huggins n & R. Jain*

author keywords: PPA; Machine Learning; Power; Performance; Area; Gradient Boost; Neural Network; Transfer Learning; Surrogate Modeling
topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms
TL;DR: The approach reached the same PPA solution as human designers in the same or fewer runs for a CORTEX-M0 system design, showing potential for automating the recipe optimization without needing more runs than a human designer would need. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: February 21, 2022

2021 article

Hardware Implementation of Hierarchical Temporal Memory Algorithm

Li, W., Franzon, P., Dey, S., & Schabel, J. (2021, October 22). ACM Journal on Emerging Technologies in Computing Systems, Vol. 18.

By: W. Li n, P. Franzon n, S. Dey n & J. Schabel n

author keywords: Hierarchical temporal memory (HTM); ASIC design; distributed memory; KTH benchmark
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Data Compression Techniques; Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Graph Theory and Algorithms
TL;DR: Hierarchical temporal memory is an un-supervised machine learning algorithm that can learn both spatial and temporal information of input that has been successfully applied to multiple areas. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 23, 2023

2021 article

High Speed Receiver Modeling Using Generative Adversarial Networks

Kashyap, P., Pitts, W. S., Baron, D., Wong, C.-W., Wu, T., & Franzon, P. D. (2021, October 17). IEEE 30TH CONFERENCE ON ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE OF ELECTRONIC PACKAGING AND SYSTEMS (EPEPS 2021).

By: P. Kashyap n, W. Pitts n, D. Baron n, C. Wong n, T. Wu n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: eye diagram; IBIS-AMI; generative model; generative adversarial network; GAN; receiver
topics (OpenAlex): Digital Media Forensic Detection; Model Reduction and Neural Networks; Music and Audio Processing
TL;DR: The model is not built with domain knowledge but learned from a wide range of channel conditions and input bitstreams to generate an eye diagram, and a neural network model is developed to evaluate the generated eye diagram's relevant characteristics, such as eye height and width. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 21, 2022

2021 article

Multi-ANN embedded system based on a custom 3D-DRAM

Baker, L. B., Patti, R., & Franzon, P. (2021, October 1). 2021 IEEE INTERNATIONAL 3D SYSTEMS INTEGRATION CONFERENCE (3DIC).

By: L. Baker n, R. Patti & P. Franzon n

author keywords: machine learning; embedded system; Deep Neural Networks (DNNs); CNN; neural network; LSTM; MLP
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Advanced Neural Network Applications; CCD and CMOS Imaging Sensors
TL;DR: This work demon-strates how a customized 3D-DRAM with a very wide databus can be combined with application-specific layers to produce a system meeting the requirements of embedded systems employing multiple instances of disparate ANNs. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: May 2, 2022

2020 article

2Deep: Enhancing Side-Channel Attacks on Lattice-Based Key-Exchange via 2-D Deep Learning

Kashyap, P., Aydin, F., Potluri, S., Franzon, P. D., & Aysu, A. (2020, November 17). IEEE Transactions on Computer-Aided Design of Integrated Circuits and Systems, Vol. 6, pp. 1–1.

By: P. Kashyap n, F. Aydin n, S. Potluri n, P. Franzon n & A. Aysu n

author keywords: Resistance; Performance evaluation; Deep learning; Protocols; Power measurement; Side-channel attacks; NIST; Cross-device; data-augmentation; deep learning (DL); lattice-based key-exchange protocols; power side channels
topics (OpenAlex): Cryptographic Implementations and Security; Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) and Hardware Security; Security and Verification in Computing
TL;DR: 2Deep—a deep-learning (DL)-based SCA—targeting parallelized implementations of PQKE protocols, namely, Frodo and NewHope with data augmentation techniques are proposed, exploring approaches that convert 1-D time-series power measurement data into 2-D images to formulate SCA an image recognition task. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: June 10, 2021

2020 article

Application of Quantum Machine Learning to VLSI Placement

Turtletaub, I., Li, G., Ibrahim, M., & Franzon, P. (2020, November 16). PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2020 ACM/IEEE 2ND WORKSHOP ON MACHINE LEARNING FOR CAD (MLCAD '20).

By: I. Turtletaub n, G. Li n, M. Ibrahim n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Quantum Machine Learning; Balanced Min-Cut; Variational Quantum Eigensolver; Recursive Partitioning Placement
topics (OpenAlex): Quantum Computing Algorithms and Architecture; Quantum Information and Cryptography; Quantum-Dot Cellular Automata
TL;DR: The Variational Quantum Eigensolver (VQE) is used to formulate a recursive Balanced Min-Cut (BMC) algorithm, and it is suggested that quantum machine learning techniques can lower error rates and allow for faster convergence to an optimal solution. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 16, 2021

2020 article

Asymmetric Transformer Design With Multiband Frequency Response for Simultaneous Power and Data Transfer

Zannat, N., & Franzon, P. D. (2020, February 28). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 10, pp. 644–653.

By: N. Zannat n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Frequency response; Passband; Bandwidth; Mathematical model; Connectors; Inductors; Data transfer; Asymmetric transformer design; communication on wireless power transfer (WPT) link; inductive power transfer; inductively coupled channel
topics (OpenAlex): Wireless Power Transfer Systems; Energy Harvesting in Wireless Networks; RFID technology advancements
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (Web of Science; OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 27, 2020

2020 article

CTLE Adaptation Using Deep Learning in High- speed SerDes Link

Li, B., Jiao, B., Chou, C.-H., Mayder, R., & Franzon, P. (2020, June 1). 2020 IEEE 70TH ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS AND TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE (ECTC 2020), pp. 952–955.

By: B. Li n, B. Jiao*, C. Chou*, R. Mayder* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: receiver; CTLE; adaptation; deep neural networks; high- correlation; fast
topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design
TL;DR: This research focuses on building a model for high-speed SerDes receiver CTLE adaptation behavior, which has a fast simulation speed and high-precision prediction. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 8, 2021

2020 article

Design Rule Checking with a CNN Based Feature Extractor

Francisco, L., Lagare, T., Jain, A., Chaudhary, S., Kulkarni, M., Sardana, D., … Franzon, P. (2020, November 16). PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2020 ACM/IEEE 2ND WORKSHOP ON MACHINE LEARNING FOR CAD (MLCAD '20).

By: L. Francisco n, T. Lagare n, A. Jain n, S. Chaudhary n, M. Kulkarni n, D. Sardana n, W. Davis n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: Design Rule Checking; Machine Learning; IC Verification; Design for Manufacturing; Convolutional Neural Network; Deep Learning
topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Advancements in Photolithography Techniques; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: The proof of feasibility for a fast interactive DRC engine that could be used during layout is established and the proposed model consists of a convolutional neural network trained to detect DRC violations. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 16, 2021

2020 article

Machine learning and hardware security

Regazzoni, F., Bhasin, S., Pour, A. A., Alshaer, I., Aydin, F., Aysu, A., … Yli-Mäyry, V. (2020, November 2). 2020 IEEE/ACM INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMPUTER AIDED-DESIGN (ICCAD), Vol. 11.

author keywords: machine learning; hardware security
topics (OpenAlex): Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) and Hardware Security; Advanced Malware Detection Techniques; Adversarial Robustness in Machine Learning
TL;DR: Novel applications of machine learning for hardware security, such as evaluation of post quantum cryptography hardware and extraction of physically unclonable functions from neural networks and practical model extraction attack based on electromagnetic side-channel measurements are demonstrated. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 30, 2021

2020 article

Multi-Fidelity Surrogate-Based Optimization for Electromagnetic Simulation Acceleration

Wang, Y., Franzon, P. D., Smart, D., & Swahn, B. (2020, July 7). ACM Transactions on Design Automation of Electronic Systems, Vol. 25.

By: Y. Wang n, P. Franzon n, D. Smart* & B. Swahn*

author keywords: Statistical machine learning; surrogate-based optimization; multi-fidelity; electromagnetic simulation
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Optimal Experimental Design Methods
TL;DR: In this article, MFSBO-CS has been applied to two design cases, and the result shows that the proposed methodology offers a cost-efficient solution for analog/RF design problems involving EM simulation. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: November 2, 2020

2020 conference paper

Self Evolution Cascade Deep Learning for SerDes Adaptive Equalization

Proceedings of DesignCon 2020. Presented at the DesignCon, San Jose, CA.

By: B. Li, P. Franzon, N. Price, B. Jiao, G. Zhang & C. Chao

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 21, 2025

2020 article

Self-Evolution Cascade Deep Learning Model for High-Speed Receiver Adaptation

Li, B., Jiao, B., Chou, C.-H., Mayder, R., & Franzon, P. (2020, May 5). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 10, pp. 1043–1053.

By: B. Li n, B. Jiao*, C. Chou*, R. Mayder* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Adaptation models; Integrated circuit modeling; Logic gates; Receivers; Deep learning; Data models; Training; Adaptation; behavior; cascade; deep learning; high correlation; IBIS algorithmic modeling interface (IBIS-AMI); modeling; receiver; self-evolution cascade deep learning (SCDL)
topics (OpenAlex): Energy Load and Power Forecasting; Advanced Adaptive Filtering Techniques; Model Reduction and Neural Networks
TL;DR: The self-evolution cascade deep learning (SCDL) model is proposed to show a parallel approach to effectively modeling adaptive SerDes behavior and uses its own failure experiences to optimize its future solution search according to the prediction of the receiver equalization adaptation trend. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 6, 2020

2019 article proceedings

An Application Specific Processor Architecture with 3D Integration for Recurrent Neural Networks

By: S. Dey n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Neural Network Applications; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Advanced Image and Video Retrieval Techniques
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2025

2019 article proceedings

Estimating Pareto Optimum Fronts to Determine Knob Settings in Electronic Design Automation Tools

20th International Symposium on Quality Electronic Design (ISQED), 304–310.

By: B. Huggins n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; Manufacturing Process and Optimization; BIM and Construction Integration
TL;DR: This paper describes the use of estimated Pareto optimal trade-off sets to provide designers with the capability of visualizing the results of EDA tool configuration settings, or “knobs”, that will offer an optimal post detail route design based on two design metrics, critical path length and core area. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 1, 2022

2019 book

Handbook of 3D Integration: Design, Test, and Thermal Management

(P. D. Franzon, E. Jan Marinissen, & M. S. Bakir, Eds.).

By: P. Franzon n, E. Marinissen & M. Bakir*

Ed(s): P. Franzon n, E. Jan Marinissen & M. S. Bakir*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies
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Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 5, 2022

2019 article proceedings

Improved Numerical Methodologies on Power System Dynamic Simulation Using GPU Implementation

By: Z. Wang n, A. Chakrabortty n, C. Kelley n, X. Feng* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Power System Optimization and Stability; Optimal Power Flow Distribution; HVDC Systems and Fault Protection
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (Web of Science; OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2025

2019 article proceedings

Vertical Stack Thermal Characterization of Heterogeneous Integration and Packages

2019 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), 1–3.

By: T. Harris*, W. Davis n, S. Lipa n, W. Pitts n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
TL;DR: This paper presents thermal measurement data of GaN HEMT on CMOS heterogeneous integration (HI) using a Diverse Accessible Heterogeneous Integration (DAHI) process and thermal T3ster measurements, a product and service available from Mentor are presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 1, 2022

2018 article

3-D-DATE: A Circuit-Level Three-Dimensional DRAM Area, Timing, and Energy Model

Park, J. B., Davis, W. R., & Franzon, P. D. (2018, September 26). IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I Regular Papers, Vol. 66, pp. 756–768.

By: J. Park n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Dynamic random access memory (DRAM); area and energy and timing model; circuit level model
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: 3-D-DATE is presented, a circuit-level dynamic random access memory (DRAM) area, timing, and energy model that models both the front and back end of 3-D integrated DRAM designs from 90–16 nm, across a broader range of emerging transistor devices and through-silicon vias. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 18, 2019

2018 chapter

3D Design Styles

In P. Franzon, E. Martissen, & M. Bakir (Eds.), 3D Handbook Design and Test. Wiley.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): P. Franzon, E. Martissen & M. Bakir

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

2018 chapter

3D Integration: Technology and Design

In K. Sakuma (Ed.), 3D Integration in VLSI Circuits.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): K. Sakuma

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2018 book

3DIC Handbook Design and Test

Wiley.

Paul Franzon

Ed(s): P. Franzon, E. Martissen & M. Bakir

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2018 article proceedings

Design of a Rectifier-Free Near-Threshold UHF Gen2 RFID Tag using Dual-Phase RF-only Logic

By: K. Bhanushali n, W. Zhao* & P. Franzon*

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design
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Added: March 9, 2025

2018 chapter

Electronic Design Automaton for 3D

In P. Franzon, E. Martissen, & M. Bakir (Eds.), 3D Handbook Design and Test. Wiley.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): P. Franzon, E. Martissen & M. Bakir

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2018 article

Exploring the Tradeoffs of Application-Specific Processing

Schabel, J. C., & Franzon, P. D. (2018, June 25). IEEE Journal on Emerging and Selected Topics in Circuits and Systems, Vol. 8, pp. 531–542.

By: J. Schabel n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: ASIP; SIMD; CGRA; processing-in-memory; processing-near-memory; HTM; sparsey; artificial neural networks
topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: This work proposes an architecture that combines existing processing schemes utilizing CGRAs for dynamic data path configuration as a means to add flexibility and reusability to data-centric acceleration and presents a CGRA architecture for mapping functional accelerators operating at 500 MHz in 32 nm. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: October 16, 2018

2018 article proceedings

Multi-ANN embedded system based on a custom 3D-DRAM

By: L. Baker n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Neural Network Applications; Neural Networks and Applications; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2025

2018 article proceedings

RFIC IP Redesign and Reuse Through Surrogate Based Machine Learning Method

By: Y. Wang n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; RFID technology advancements
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2025

2017 journal article

Appliance Identification Algorithm for a Non-Intrusive Home Energy Monitor Using Cogent Confabulation

IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 10(1), 714–721.

By: S. Park*, L. Baker n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Appliance identification; cogent confabulation; monitoring; neural network applications; non-intrusive; energy monitor
topics (OpenAlex): Smart Grid Energy Management; Building Energy and Comfort Optimization; Energy Efficiency and Management; IoT-based Smart Home Systems
TL;DR: This paper presents an appliance identification algorithm for use with a non-intrusive home energy monitor based on a cogent confabulation neural network that showed better performance than the combinatorial optimization and artificial neural network approaches. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: January 28, 2019

2017 journal article

Corrections to “Crosstalk-Canceling Multimode Interconnect Using Transmitter Encoding”[ Aug 13 1562-1567]

IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, 25(5), 1792–1792.

By: H. Kim n, C. Won n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Photonic and Optical Devices; Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures
TL;DR: It is difficult to find correct references in the currently published paper due to the reference discords. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2017 conference paper

H3 (heterogeneity in 3D): A logic-on-logic 3D-stacked heterogeneous multi-core processor

2017 IEEE International Conference on Computer Design (ICCD), 145–152.

By: V. Srinivasan n, R. Chowdhury*, E. Forbes*, R. Widialaksono*, Z. Zhang*, J. Schabel n, S. Ku*, S. Lipa n ...

topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Embedded Systems Design Techniques
TL;DR: The H3 chip is presented, that uses 3D die stacking and novel microarchitecture to implement a heterogeneous multi-core processor (HMP) with low-latency fast thread migration capabilities and can reduce power consumption of benchmarks by up to 26%. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2017 article

On Using the Volatile Mem-Capacitive Effect of TiO2 Resistive Random Access Memory to Mimic the Synaptic Forgetting Process

Sarkar, B., Mills, S., Lee, B., Pitts, W. S., Misra, V., & Franzon, P. D. (2017, November 20). Journal of Electronic Materials, Vol. 47, pp. 994–997.

By: B. Sarkar n, S. Mills n, B. Lee n, W. Pitts n, V. Misra n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: RRAM; TiO2; synapse; neuromorphic systems; volatile memory
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices; Semiconductor materials and devices
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Added: August 6, 2018

2016 conference paper

Design and ASIC acceleration of cortical algorithm for text recognition

2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC). Presented at the 2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC).

By: S. Dey n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): EEG and Brain-Computer Interfaces; Neural Networks and Applications; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing
TL;DR: The aim of the work reported in this paper was to design and implement an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) having a massive speedup of a cortical algorithm, as compared with a CPU baseline. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

Design of a rectifier-free UHF Gen-2 compatible RFID Tag using RF-only logic

2016 IEEE International Conference on RFID (RFID). Presented at the 2016 IEEE International Conference on RFID (RFID).

By: W. Zhao n, K. Bhanushali n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Energy Harvesting in Wireless Networks; Full-Duplex Wireless Communications; RFID technology advancements
TL;DR: This work shows that AC-DC rectifier and storage capacitors take up 25% or more of chip area for cost-sensitive passive RFID tags and can be eliminated by utilizing a RF-only circuit structure, which would be smaller and cheaper. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

Hardware implementation of Hierarchical Temporal Memory algorithm

2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC). Presented at the 2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC).

By: W. Li n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Neural Networks and Applications; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Neural Networks and Reservoir Computing
TL;DR: A hardware ASIC implementation of the Numenta Hierarchical Temporal Memory (HTM) algorithm is presented, and compared to the performance of a software implementation on the 4 threads CPU, the ASIC version provides a 329.6× speedup in learning mode. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

Machine learning in physical design

2016 IEEE 25th Conference on Electrical Performance Of Electronic Packaging And Systems (EPEPS). Presented at the 2016 IEEE 25th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: B. Li n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Probabilistic and Robust Engineering Design; Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: Surrogate Modeling is implemented to predict results after GR in Physical Design and machine learning models for predicting Detailed Route (DR) results using Global Route (GR) results are discussed. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2016 article

Multimode High-Density Link Design Methodology and Implementation

Yan, Z., Aygun, K., Braunisch, H., & Franzon, P. D. (2016, July 19). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 6, pp. 1251–1260.

By: Z. Yan*, K. Aygun*, H. Braunisch* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Codesign methodology; crosstalk mitigation; high-density links; modal signaling; multimode signaling; S-parameters
topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; 3D IC and TSV technologies
TL;DR: This paper presents a design methodology for designing practical nonuniform high density links using multimode signaling and significantly improves the ability to design high-density low-crosstalk interconnect subsystems in practical scenarios. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 conference paper

Novel packaging and thermal measurement for 3D heterogeneous stacks

2016 International Symposium on 3D Power Electronics Integration and Manufacturing (3D-PEIM). Presented at the 2016 International Symposium on 3D Power Electronics Integration and Manufacturing, Raleigh, NC.

By: T. Harris*, W. Davis* & P. Franzon*

topics (OpenAlex): Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Engineering Applied Research
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Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

Physical design of a 3D-stacked heterogeneous multi-core processor

2016 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2016 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), -San Francisco, CA.

By: R. Widialaksono n, R. Basu Roy Chowdhury n, Z. Zhang n, J. Schabel n, S. Lipa n, E. Rotenberg n, W. Rhett Davis n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: This paper presents a 3D-SIC physical design methodology for a multi-core processor using commercial off-the-shelf tools and indicates an order of magnitude decrease in wirelengths for critical inter-core components in the 3D implementation compared to 2D implementations. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

Processor-in-memory support for artificial neural networks

2016 IEEE International Conference on Rebooting Computing (ICRC). Presented at the 2016 IEEE International Conference on Rebooting Computing (ICRC).

By: J. Schabel n, L. Baker n, S. Dey n, W. Li n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Neural Networks and Applications
TL;DR: This work presents a custom processor solution to accelerate two hetero-associative memories capable of unsupervised and one-hot learning and results in up to a 20× speedup and a 2000× reduction in energy per frame compared to a software implementation operating on a dataset for recognition of human actions. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

RDL and interposer design for DiRAM4 interfaces

2016 IEEE 25th Conference on Electrical Performance Of Electronic Packaging And Systems (EPEPS). Presented at the 2016 IEEE 25th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: T. Nigussie n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Copper Interconnects and Reliability
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2016 conference paper

Thermal raman and IR measurement of heterogeneous integration stacks

2016 15th IEEE Intersociety Conference on Thermal and Thermomechanical Phenomena in Electronic Systems (ITherm), 1505–1510.

By: T. Harris n, G. Pavlidis*, E. Wyers*, D. Newberry n, S. Graham*, P. Franzon n, W. Davis n

topics (OpenAlex): GaN-based semiconductor devices and materials; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Semiconductor Quantum Structures and Devices
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2015 journal article

A Generally Applicable Calibration Algorithm for Digitally Reconfigurable Self-Healing RFICs

IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, 24(3), 1151–1164.

By: E. Wyers n, M. Morton*, T. Sollner*, C. Kelley n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Calibration; digitally reconfigurable radio frequency integrated circuits (RFICs); Hooke-Jeeves algorithm; Nelder-Mead algorithm; self-healing
topics (OpenAlex): Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Microwave Engineering and Waveguides
TL;DR: It is shown that the proposed hybrid Nelder-Mead and Hooke-Jeeves calibration algorithm is capable of reducing the gain error and phase error of the phase rotator output to less than a maximum of 0.5 dB and 2° relative to the chosen gain and phase targets. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2015 article

A Multitier Study on Various Stacking Topologies of TSV-Based PDN Systems Using On-Chip Decoupling Capacitor Models

Charles, G., & Franzon, P. D. (2015, April 1). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 5, pp. 541–550.

By: G. Charles n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Back-to-back (B2B); face-to-back (F2B); face-to-face (F2F); on-chip decoupling capacitors; power distribution network (PDN); segmentation method; through silicon via (TSV)
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: The PDN impedance noise of F2F chip stacking is found to be relatively lower than F2B and B2B chip stacking topologies, and a metal-insulator-metal capacitor model written as a complex impedance equation is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2015 conference paper

Characterization of the Mechanical Stress Impact on Device Electrical Performance in the CMOS and III-V HEMT/HBT Heterogeneous Integration Environment

Proceedings Gomactech 2015.

By: E. Wyers, T. Harris, J. Massad & P. Franson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 11, 2019

2015 conference paper

Characterization of the mechanical stress impact on device electrical performance in the CMOS and III–V HEMT/HBT heterogeneous integration environment

2015 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2015 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: E. Wyers*, T. Harris n, W. Pitts n, J. Massad* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): GaN-based semiconductor devices and materials; Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: Measurements from a partial heterogeneous integration fabrication run will be presented to provide insight into how the backside source vias, alternatively referred to as through-silicon-carbide vias (TSCVs), used within the heterogeneous Integration environment impacts GaN HEMT device-level DC performance. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2015 chapter

Chip Package Codesign

In L. Scheffer, L. Lavagno, & G. Martin (Eds.), The Handbook for EDA of Electronic Circuits (Second). CRC Press.

By: P. Franzon & M. Swaminathan

Ed(s): L. Scheffer, L. Lavagno & G. Martin

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2015 conference paper

Computing in 3D

2015 IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference (CICC). Presented at the 2015 IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference - CICC 2015.

By: P. Franzon n, E. Rotenberg n, J. Tuck n, W. Davis n, H. Zhou n, J. Schabel n, Z. Zhang n, J. Dwiel n ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: 3D technologies offer significant potential to improve total performance and performance per unit of power, and the next frontier is to create sophisticated logic on logic solutions that promise further increases in performance/power beyond those attributable to memory interfaces alone. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2015 conference paper

Computing in 3D

2015 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 10.1109/3DIC.2015.7334571, Sendai, Japan.

By: P. Franzon n, E. Rotenberg n, W. Davis n, J. Tuck n, W. Davis n, H. Zhou n, J. Schabel n, Z. Zhang n ...

topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Advanced Data Storage Technologies
TL;DR: The concept of Fast Thread Migration using 3DIC technologies is introduced and the design of a power optimized SIMD unit in which over half of the power is employed in the FP units is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2015 conference paper

Computing in 3D

EDSSC. Presented at the EDSSC, Singapore.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
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2015 conference paper

Defense Applications of 3DIC

Proceedings Gomactech 2015.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 14, 2019

2015 chapter

Optimization for Self-Calibrating Circuits

In Semiconductor Devices in Harsh Conditions. CRC.

By: E. Wyers, T. Kelley & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2015 conference paper

Thermal simulation of heterogeneous GaN/ InP/silicon 3DIC stacks

2015 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), 1–3.

By: T. Harris n, E. Wyers*, L. Wang*, S. Graham*, G. Pavlidis*, P. Franzon n, W. Davis n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Thin-Film Transistor Technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: Preliminary results are presented which examine the thermal performance of the integration of materials such as GaN, InP, SiGe, and Si and two methods for building up the model of a test chip are compared. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2014 conference paper

3D-enabled customizable embedded computer (3DECC)

2014 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2014 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: P. Franzon n, E. Rotenberg n, J. Tuck n, H. Zhou n, W. Davis n, H. Dai n, J. Huh n, S. Ku n ...

topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Computer Graphics and Visualization Techniques; Embedded Systems Design Techniques
TL;DR: This paper describes a 3D computer architecture designed to achieve the lowest possible power consumption for “embedded applications” like radar and signal processing and introduces several unique concepts including a low-power SIMD tile, low- power 3D memories, and 3D and 2.5D interconnect that can be tuned at run-time for a specific application. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2014 conference paper

A 0.65 mW/Gbps 30 Gbps capacitive coupled 10 mm serial link in 2.5D silicon interposer

2014 IEEE 23rd Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems. Presented at the 2014 IEEE 23rd Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: M. Karim n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
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2014 journal article

A Generic and Scalable Architecture for a Large Acoustic Model and Large Vocabulary Speech Recognition Accelerator Using Logic on Memory

Bapat, O. A., Franzon, P. D., & Fastow, R. M. (2014, January 31). IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, Vol. 22, pp. 2701–2712.

By: O. Bapat n, P. Franzon n & R. Fastow

author keywords: Accelerator; beam search; embedded; hardware software co-design; logic on memory; multipass decoding; N-best; speech recognition; sphinx
topics (OpenAlex): Speech Recognition and Synthesis; Speech and Audio Processing; Advanced Data Compression Techniques
TL;DR: A scalable hardware accelerator for speech recognition, which uses a two pass decoding algorithm with word dependent N-best Viterbi Beam Search, which achieves an overall speed up of 4.3X over a 2.4-GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor running the CMU Sphinx speech recognition software. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2014 article

Adaptive and Reliable Clock Distribution Design for 3-D Integrated Circuits

Chen, X., Zhu, T., Davis, W. R., & Franzon, P. (2014, October 20). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 4, pp. 1862–1870.

By: X. Chen n, T. Zhu n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: 3-D integrated circuit (3-D IC); adaptive; clock distribution; deskew; optimization; process-voltage-temperature (PVT) variation; stacking; thermal profile; through-silicon-via (TSV); tunable-delay-buffer (TDB)
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: A novel active deskew technique to adaptively mitigate the cross-tier variations and the 3-D wiring asymmetry is proposed and a thermal profile-based optimization flow is developed to further improve the power efficiency and reduce design overhead. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2014 conference paper

Advances in TSVs and 3D interconnects

2014 IEEE 23rd Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems. Presented at the 2014 IEEE 23rd Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: P. Franzon n & S. Grivet-Talocia n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
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Added: March 24, 2019

2014 article

Dual Floating Gate Unified Memory MOSFET With Simultaneous Dynamic and Non-Volatile Operation

Sarkar, B., Ramanan, N., Jayanti, S., Spigna, N. D., Lee, B., Franzon, P., & Misra, V. (2014, January 1). IEEE Electron Device Letters, Vol. 35, pp. 48–50.

By: B. Sarkar n, N. Ramanan n, S. Jayanti n, N. Spigna n, B. Lee n, P. Franzon n, V. Misra n

author keywords: Flash memory; floating gate; dynamic memory; MOSFET; FN tunneling; direct tunneling
topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices
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2014 conference paper

Leveraging 3D-IC for on-chip timing uncertainty measurements

2014 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2014 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: R. Widialaksono n, W. Zhao n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: This paper presents a circuit implementation and design flow which realizes high volume on-chip timing measurements for a 2D product die using three-dimensional integration (3D-IC) and focuses on achieving observability at clock sinks which are critical for understanding on- chip timing uncertainty. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2014 article

Millimeter-Scale True 3-D Antenna-in-Package Structures for Near-Field Power Transfer

Gadfort, P., & Franzon, P. D. (2014, September 10). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 4, pp. 1574–1581.

By: P. Gadfort n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Coils; electronics packaging; inductive power transmission; omnidirectional antennas; planar arrays; three-dimensional integrated packaging
topics (OpenAlex): Energy Harvesting in Wireless Networks; Antenna Design and Analysis; Wireless Power Transfer Systems
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2014 conference paper

Pathfinder3D: A framework for exploring early thermal tradeoffs in 3DIC

2014 IEEE International Conference on IC Design & Technology. Presented at the 2014 IEEE International Conference on IC Design & Technology (ICICDT).

By: S. Priyadarshi n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A CAD flow and associated framework called Pathfinder3D is presented, which facilitates physically-aware system-level thermal simulation of 3DICs and facilitates early thermal evaluation of possible 3D design choices and thermal management techniques. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2014 chapter

Storage Class Memories

In A. Chen, J. Hutchby, V. Zhrinov, & G. Bourianoff (Eds.), Emerging Nanoelectronic Devices. Wiley.

By: G. Burr & P. Franzon

Ed(s): A. Chen, J. Hutchby, V. Zhrinov & G. Bourianoff

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2014 article

Thermal Pathfinding for 3-D ICs

Priyadarshi, S., Davis, W. R., Steer, M. B., & Franzon, P. D. (2014, May 21). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 4, pp. 1159–1168.

By: S. Priyadarshi n, W. Davis n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: 3-D IC; electronic system-level (ESL); electrothermal simulation; pathfinding; through-silicon via (TSV); transaction-level simulation
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: A pathfinding flow that integrates SystemC transaction-level electrical and dynamic thermal simulations to pass complex physical constraints to system architects in a convenient form is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2014 conference paper

Thermal effects of heterogeneous interconnects on InP / GaN / Si diverse integrated circuits

2014 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2014 International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: T. Harris n, P. Franzon n, W. Davis n & L. Wang*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies
TL;DR: Preliminary results are presented which examine the thermal performance of the DAPRA Diverse Accessible Heterogeneous Integration technology and two methods for building up the model of a test chip are compared. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2013 article

A Bounded and Discretized Nelder-Mead Algorithm Suitable for RFIC Calibration

Wyers, E. J., Steer, M. B., Kelley, C. T., & Franzon, P. D. (2013, June 11). IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I Regular Papers, Vol. 60, pp. 1787–1799.

By: E. Wyers n, M. Steer n, C. Kelley n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Calibration; derivative-free optimization; Nelder-Mead direct search algorithm; PLL spurious tone reduction; radio frequency integrated circuit calibration
topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Advanced Power Amplifier Design
TL;DR: It is shown that a gradient descent-based algorithm has difficulty in reducing the VCO control line ripple, while the proposed algorithm reduces the relative power of the first harmonic reference spurs by at least 10 dBc and effectively enables design complexity reduction in the supporting analog calibration circuitry. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

A compact inductively coupled connector for mobile devices

Zhao, W., Gadfort, P., Erickson, E., & Franzon, P. D. (2013, May 1). 2013 IEEE 63rd Electronic Components and Technology Conference (ECTC), pp. 2385–2390.

By: W. Zhao n, P. Gadfort n, E. Erickson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
TL;DR: A nested inductive connector, consisting of a single power channel and one or more data channels, is proposed as replacement for legacy conductive connectors in mobile devices, with advantages include minimized space in the mobile device, waterproofing, orientation independence, and resistance to stress through a breakaway mechanism. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 conference paper

Applications and design styles for 3DIC

2013 IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting. Presented at the 2013 IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting, Washington, DC.

By: P. Franzon n, E. Rotenberg n, J. Tuck n, W. Davis n, H. Zhou n, J. Schabel n, Z. Zhang n, J. Park n ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: 3D technologies offer significant potential to improve raw performance and performance per unit power and the next frontier is to create more sophisticated solutions that promise further increases in power/performance beyond those attributable to memory interfaces alone. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2013 article

Circuit/channel co-design methodology for multimode signaling

Yan, Z., Franzon, P. D., Aygun, K., & Braunisch, H. (2013, May 1). 2013 IEEE 63rd Electronic Components and Technology Conference (ECTC), pp. 1356–1361.

By: Z. Yan n, P. Franzon n, K. Aygun* & H. Braunisch*

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; 3D IC and TSV technologies
TL;DR: A new circuit/channel co-design methodology for high density links with multimode signaling with over 60% root mean square (RMS) jitter reduction compared with single-ended signaling is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

Crosstalk-Canceling Multimode Interconnect Using Transmitter Encoding

Kim, H. S., Won, C., & Franzon, P. D. (2013, February 5). IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, Vol. 21, pp. 1562–1567.

By: H. Kim n, C. Won n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Crosstalk cancellation; encoding; modal decomposition; multiconductor transmission; multimode interconnect
topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
TL;DR: A new implementation approach to cancel crosstalk using modal decomposition on a multiconductor transmission bundle is presented, which gives potential for more flexibility, lower power, better scaling, and ease of implementation. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 conference paper

Design and test of 2.5D and 3D stacked ICs

2013 IEEE 22nd Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems. Presented at the 2013 IEEE 22nd Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; Advanced Surface Polishing Techniques
TL;DR: This tutorial will discuss the significant opportunities presented by 3DIC in the context of the opportunities and challenges that face the designer. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2013 article

Design of 60 GHz contactless probe system for RDL in passive silicon interposer

Suh, E. J., & Franzon, P. D. (2013, October 1). 2013 Ieee International 3d Systems Integration Conference (3dic).

By: E. Suh n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies
TL;DR: A probe design for detecting discontinuities of a redistribution layer (RDL) on TSV silicon interposer using the capacitive coupling effects between two signal traces using a 60 GHz contactless system based on a quarter-wavelength directional coupler. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 conference paper

Design of controller for L2 cache mapped in Tezzaron stacked DRAM

2013 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2013 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), San Francisco, CA.

By: N. Tshibangu n, P. Franzon n, E. Rotenberg n & W. Davis n

topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Advanced Data Storage Technologies
TL;DR: This paper investigates the implementation of such a cache controller using 3-layer 256 MB Tezzaron Octopus stacked DRAM, which provides a fast data access through burst-4 and burst-8 mode and has a low hit latency. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 conference paper

Exploring early design tradeoffs in 3DIC

2013 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems (ISCAS), 545–549.

By: P. Franzon n, S. Priyadarshi n, S. Lipa n, W. Davis n & T. Thorolfsson*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This paper explores some of the approaches to creating 3D specific designs and the CAD tools that can help in that exploration, together with early results from a thermal pathfinding tool. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

Face-to-face bus design with built-in self-test in 3D ICs

Zhang, Z., Noia, B., Chakrabarty, K., & Franzon, P. (2013, October 1).

By: Z. Zhang n, B. Noia*, K. Chakrabarty* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Thin-Film Transistor Technologies; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing
TL;DR: A new teleport-register-file structure and corresponding clock gating and switching techniques to synchronize data across multiple clock domains are proposed and Simultaneous bi-directional transfer is supported and 50% reduction of flip-flops compared with conventional synchronizer design. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 conference paper

Hetero(2) 3d integration: A scheme for optimizing efficiency/cost of chip multiprocessors

Proceedings of the fourteenth international symposium on quality electronic design (ISQED 2013), 1–7.

By: S. Priyadarshi n, N. Choudhary n, B. Dwiel n, A. Upreti n, E. Rotenberg n, R. Davis n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: This work proposes exploiting two complementary forms of heterogeneity to profitably exploit an immature technology for Chip Multiprocessors (CMP): 3D integration facilitates a technology alloy and application and microarchitectural heterogeneity is exploited to compensate for lower efficiency of old-technology cores. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

Investigation of intermediate dielectric for dual floating gate MOSFET

Sarkar, B., Jayanti, S., Spigna, N. D., Lee, B., Misra, V., & Franzon, P. (2013, August 1). 2013 13th Non-Volatile Memory Technology Symposium (NVMTS).

By: B. Sarkar n, S. Jayanti n, N. Spigna n, B. Lee n, V. Misra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing
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2013 article

MOOCs, OOCs, flips and hybrids: The new world of higher education

Franzon, P. D. (2013, June 1). Proceedings Ieee International Conference on Microelectronic Systems, pp. 13–13.

By: P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Online Learning and Analytics
TL;DR: A combination of new teaching methods, tools, and cloud services together with cloud services promises to deliver greater efficiency to higher education with improved teaching outcomes. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2013 chapter book

Model-Based Variation-Aware Integrated Circuit Design

By: T. Zhu n, M. Yelten n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Real-time simulation and control systems; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 28, 2025

2013 article

Power comparison of 2D, 3D and 2.5D interconnect solutions and power optimization of interposer interconnects

Karim, M. A., Franzon, P. D., & Kumar, A. (2013, May 1). 2013 IEEE 63rd Electronic Components and Technology Conference (ECTC), pp. 860–866.

By: M. Karim n, P. Franzon n & A. Kumar

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies
TL;DR: It was found that power efficiency decreases linearly with the increase of pitch and length of the interposer traces both in one stack and 4 stack die of Wide IO, and optimization of a Back End of the Line (BEOL) 65 nm interposers interface is presented to find maximize power efficiency. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 conference paper

Rationale for a 3D heterogeneous multi-core processor

2013 IEEE 31st International Conference on Computer Design (ICCD), 154–168.

By: E. Rotenberg n, B. Dwiel n, E. Forbes n, Z. Zhang n, R. Widialaksono n, R. Chowdhury n, N. Tshibangu n, S. Lipa n ...

topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Embedded Systems Design Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: Single-ISA heterogeneous multi-core processors are comprised of multiple core types that are functionally equivalent but microarchitecturally diverse. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 chapter

Simulation and Experimental Characterization of a Unified Memory Device with Two Floating-Gates

In VLSI-SoC: From Algorithms to Circuits and System-on-Chip Design (pp. 217–233).

By: N. Di Spigna n, D. Schinke n, S. Jayanti n, V. Misra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advanced Data Storage Technologies; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: The operation of a novel unified memory device using two floating-gates using dynamic, nonvolatile, and concurrent modes is described through experimental characterization of a fabricated proof-of-concept device and confirmed through simulation. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 article

TSV-based, modular and collision detectable face-to-back shared bus design

Zhang, Z., & Franzon, P. (2013, October 1).

By: Z. Zhang n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: A shared backbone bus solution specially tuned for modular 3DIC post-silicon-stacking that allows multiple parallel TSV-based channels to be placed and shared among various stacked components, which is uniquely supported by the dense connection pitch of the Face-to-back TSV bonding technology. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2013 conference paper

Thermal requirements in future 3D processors

2013 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2013 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: P. Franzon n & A. Bar-Cohen*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: This paper reports on a study in which the projected thermal load of future 3D optimized embedded computers was explored, and the performance, power consumption and area of a reasonably power-efficient 7 nm, 6672 core baseline conventionally packaged design, and 3D alternatives to this design. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

A 10.35 mW/GFlop stacked SAR DSP unit using fine-grain partitioned 3D integration

Thorolfsson, T., Lipa, S., & Franzon, P. D. (2012, September 1). 2012 Ieee Custom Integrated Circuits Conference (Cicc).

By: T. Thorolfsson*, S. Lipa n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies; Photonic and Optical Devices
TL;DR: This paper shows how this technique was used to build the first fine-grain partitioned 3D integrated system to be demonstrated with silicon measurements in the literature, which is an ultra efficient floating-point synthetic aperture radar (SAR) DSP processing unit. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2012 article

A Transient Electrothermal Analysis of Three-Dimensional Integrated Circuits

Harris, T. R., Priyadarshi, S., Melamed, S., Ortega, C., Manohar, R., Dooley, S. R., … al. (2012, January 12). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, p. 1.

By: T. Harris n, S. Priyadarshi n, S. Melamed n, C. Ortega*, R. Manohar*, S. Dooley*, N. Kriplani n, W. Davis n ...

author keywords: 3DIC; electrothermal effects; thermal management; transient analysis
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
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2012 journal article

A Transient Electrothermal Analysis of Three-Dimensional Integrated Circuits

IEEE Trans CPMT, P(99), 1.

By: T. Harris, S. Priyadarshi, S. Melamed, C. Ortega, R. Manohar, S. Dooley, N. Kriplani, W. Davis, P. Franzon, M. Steer

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2012 article

A compact dielectric elastomer tubular actuator for refreshable Braille displays

Chakraborti, P., Toprakci, H. A. K., Yang, P., Spigna, N. D., Franzon, P., & Ghosh, T. (2012, February 25). Sensors and Actuators A Physical, Vol. 179, pp. 151–157.

By: P. Chakraborti n, H. Toprakci n, P. Yang n, N. Spigna n, P. Franzon n & T. Ghosh n

author keywords: Electroactive polymers; Dielectric elastomer actuator; Braille display actuators; Refreshable Braille display
topics (OpenAlex): Dielectric materials and actuators; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials; Advanced Materials and Mechanics
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2012 conference paper

A novel double floating-gate unified memory device

2012 IEEE/IFIP 20th International Conference on VLSI and System-on-Chip (VLSI-SoC). Presented at the 2012 IEEE/IFIP 20th International Conference on VLSI and System-on-Chip (VLSI-SoC).

By: N. Di Spigna n, D. Schinke n, S. Jayanti n, V. Misra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
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2012 article

An analysis of subthreshold SRAM bitcells for operation in low power RF-only technologies

Ledford, J., Gadfort, P., & Franzon, P. D. (2012, October 1). 2012 IEEE Subthreshold Microelectronics Conference (SUBVT).

By: J. Ledford n, P. Gadfort n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: An in-depth study and comparison of subthreshold SRAM bitcells has been conducted to analyze how such memories will function in a subth threshold RF-only regime without the need for RF-DC conversion. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

Comparison of TSV-based PDN-design effects using various stacking topology methods

Charles, G., & Franzon, P. D. (2012, October 1). Ieee Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging And, pp. 83–86.

By: G. Charles n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies
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2012 conference paper

Coordinating 3D designs: Interface IP, standards or free form?

2011 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2011 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), Osaka, Japan.

By: P. Franzon n, W. Davis n, Z. Zhou n, S. Priyadarshi n, M. Hogan*, T. Karnik*, G. Srinavas*

topics (OpenAlex): Manufacturing Process and Optimization
TL;DR: This paper proposes that 3D chip stack management should be managed through an Interface IP approach Design blocks with associated properties that not only supports signaling and power delivery but also constraints that must be managed between chips both during design but also in-situ and as part of physical verification. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 journal article

Demystifying Surrogate Modeling for Circuits and Systems

IEEE Circuits and Systems Magazine, 12(1), 45–63.

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Probabilistic and Robust Engineering Design
TL;DR: The important point is that surrogate modeling has a solid mathematical basis leading to what has become a dramatic increase in the ability to develop engineering models and to engineer systems. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

Design, modeling, and fabrication of mm<sup>3</sup> three-dimensional integrated antennas

Gadfort, P., & Franzon, P. D. (2012, May 1). 2012 IEEE 62nd Electronic Components and Technology Conference (ECTC), pp. 1794–1799.

By: P. Gadfort n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Wireless Body Area Networks; Energy Harvesting in Wireless Networks; Wireless Power Transfer Systems
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2012 journal article

Dynamic electrothermal simulation of three-dimensional integrated circuits using standard cell macromodels

IET Circuits, Devices & Systems, 6(1), 35.

By: S. Priyadarshi n, T. Harris n, S. Melamed n, C. Otero*, N. Kriplani n, C. Christoffersen*, R. Manohar*, S. Dooley* ...

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Semiconductor materials and devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies
TL;DR: The macromodel-based methodology enables robust and significantly faster dynamic electrothermal simulation over the long times required for thermal transients to subside and results in significant speed-up over transistor-level simulation for large-scale circuits. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

Junction-Level Thermal Analysis of 3-D Integrated Circuits Using High Definition Power Blurring

Melamed, S., Thorolfsson, T., Harris, T. R., Priyadarshi, S., Franzon, P., Steer, M. B., & Davis, W. R. (2012, April 20). IEEE Transactions on Computer-Aided Design of Integrated Circuits and Systems, Vol. 31, pp. 676–689.

By: S. Melamed*, T. Thorolfsson*, T. Harris*, S. Priyadarshi n, P. Franzon n, M. Steer n, W. Davis n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies
TL;DR: This paper presents a resistive mesh-based approach that improves on the fidelity of prior approaches by constructing a thermal model of the full structure of 3DICs, including the interconnect, and introduces a method for dividing the thermal response caused by a heat load into a high fidelity “near response” and a lower fidelity” in order to implement Power Blurring high definition (HD). (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

Near threshold RF-only analog to digital converter

Gadfort, P., & Franzon, P. D. (2012, October 1). 2012 IEEE Subthreshold Microelectronics Conference (SUBVT).

By: P. Gadfort n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Energy Harvesting in Wireless Networks; Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design; Wireless Power Transfer Systems
TL;DR: This paper describes an analog-to-digital converter capable of operating in a RF-only circuit topology, comprised of a cross-coupled pair of inverters, which act as the comparator for the ADC. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

Parallel Transient Simulation of Multiphysics Circuits Using Delay-Based Partitioning

Priyadarshi, S., Saunders, C. S., Kriplani, N. M., Demircioglu, H., Davis, W. R., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. (2012, September 15). IEEE Transactions on Computer-Aided Design of Integrated Circuits and Systems, Vol. 31, pp. 1522–1535.

By: S. Priyadarshi n, C. Saunders*, N. Kriplani n, H. Demircioglu n, W. Davis n, P. Franzon n, M. Steer n

author keywords: Delay element; electrothermal simulation; multicore; multiphysics; parallel simulation; parallelization; transient simulation
topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Real-time simulation and control systems
TL;DR: A parallel delay-based iterative approach for interfacing delay-partitioned subcircuits is applied, which achieves the reasonable accuracy of nonparallel circuit simulation if both incorporate the same interblock delay. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 conference paper

Pathfinder 3D: A flow for system-level design space exploration

Pathfinder 3D: A Flow for System-Level Design Space Exploration. 2011 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2011 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), Osaka, Japan.

By: S. Priyadarshi n, J. Hu n, W. Choi n, S. Melamed n, X. Chen n, W. Davis n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: A flow for fast system-level exploration useful for path finding studies and a free open source design kit compiler, FreePDK3D45, and a tool for fast floorplan evaluation of TSV-based digital architectures, Pathfinder3D. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2012 article

Process mismatch analysis based on reduced-order models

Yelten, M. B., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. (2012, March 1). 2012 13th International Symposium on Quality Electronic Design (Isqed), pp. 648–655.

By: M. Yelten n, P. Franzon n & M. Steer n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design
TL;DR: It is shown that in a cascode current mirror the variability of the reference current can be reduced by ensuring that the same rail transistors experience similar variations, as well as the variations of the effective channel length and intrinsic threshold voltage. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

S-parameter based multimode signaling

Yan, Z., Won, C., Franzon, P. D., Aygun, K., & Braunisch, H. (2012, October 1). Ieee Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging And, pp. 11–14.

By: Z. Yan n, C. Won n, P. Franzon n, K. Aygun* & H. Braunisch*

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Power Line Communications and Noise; Lightning and Electromagnetic Phenomena
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
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2012 journal article

Surrogate Model-Based Self-Calibrated Design for Process and Temperature Compensation in Analog/RF Circuits

IEEE Design Test of Computers, 29(6), 74–83.

By: T. Zhu n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: This article presents a design flow to find appropriate tuning knob settings to compensate for different process variation scenarios in analog circuits designed in submicrometer nodes. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2012 article

Variation-Aware Circuit Macromodeling and Design Based on Surrogate Models

Zhu, T., Yelten, M. B., Steer, M. B., & Franzon, P. D. (2012, October 11). Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, Vol. 197, pp. 255–269.

By: T. Zhu n, M. Yelten n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Surrogate Modeling; Macromodel; Variation-Aware; Circuit; Device Model; Design Exploration; IO Buffer
topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: A new variation-aware IO buffer macromodel is developed by integrating surrogate modeling and a physically-based model structure that provides both good accuracy and scalability for signal integrity analysis. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 conference paper

3D specific systems design and CAD

2011 International Conference on Embedded Computer Systems: Architectures, Modeling and Simulation. Presented at the 2011 International Conference on Embedded Computer Systems: Architectures, Modeling, and Simulation (SAMOS XI).

By: P. Franzon n, W. Davis n, T. Thorolfsson n & S. Melamed n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Thin-Film Transistor Technologies
TL;DR: This abstract explores application drivers, design and CAD for 3D ICs, including logic on memory, in a specific DSP example, showing a 25% power advantage when implemented in 3D compared with 2D. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 conference paper

3D specific systems: Design and CAD

2011 Asian Test Symposium, 470–473.

By: P. Franzon n, W. Davis n, T. Thorolfsson n & S. Melamed n

author keywords: 3DIC; 3D IC; three dimensional IC; TSV; stacked memory; memory on logic; FFT
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Thin-Film Transistor Technologies
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2011 article

Accurate and Scalable IO Buffer Macromodel Based on Surrogate Modeling

Zhu, T., Steer, M. B., & Franzon, P. D. (2011, July 20). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology, Vol. 1, pp. 1240–1249.

By: T. Zhu n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: IBIS; input/output buffer modeling; macromodel; process-voltage-temperature variations; surrogate modeling
topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: Both single-ended and differential output buffer circuit examples demonstrate that the proposed modeling method offers good accuracy and flexible scalability to facilitate signal integrity analysis. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 conference paper

Adaptive clock distribution for 3D integrated circuits

2011 IEEE 20th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems, 91–94.

By: X. Chen n, W. Davis n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A robust tunable-delay-buffer circuit and a novel active de-skew method are developed in order to handle the cross-die variations, thermal gradients, and wiring asymmetry in 3D ICs. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 article

Analog Negative-Bias-Temperature-Instability Monitoring Circuit

Yelten, M. B., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. (2011, December 5). IEEE Transactions on Device and Materials Reliability, Vol. 12, pp. 177–179.

By: M. Yelten n, P. Franzon n & M. Steer n

author keywords: Amplifier; analog circuits; negative-bias temperature instability (NBTI); reliability; sensor
topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
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2011 article

Analysis and approach of TSV-based hierarchical power distribution networks for estimating 1<sup>st</sup>-Droop and resonant noise in 3DIC

Charles, G., Franzon, P. D., Kim, J., & Levin, A. (2011, October 1). Ieee Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging And, pp. 267–270.

By: G. Charles n, P. Franzon n, J. Kim* & A. Levin*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies
TL;DR: To better understand how to reduce noise, particularly simultaneous switching noise (SSN) and determine voltage drop impact on power delivery networks for 3DICs, an analytical model is enhanced and applied to estimate the different noise levels of hierarchical TSV-based PDN structures. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 article

Comparing Through-Silicon-Via (TSV) Void/Pinhole Defect Self-Test Methods

Lou, Y., Yan, Z., Zhang, F., & Franzon, P. D. (2011, November 2). Journal of Electronic Testing, Vol. 28, pp. 27–38.

By: Y. Lou n, Z. Yan n, F. Zhang n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: TSV; 3D stacking yield; On-chip capacitor bridge; Test-before-stacking
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis
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2011 article

Comparison of modeling techniques in circuit variability analysis

Yelten, M. B., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. (2011, November 2). International Journal of Numerical Modelling Electronic Networks Devices and Fields, Vol. 25, pp. 288–302.

By: M. Yelten n, P. Franzon n & M. Steer n

author keywords: artificial neural network; digital circuit; drain current; Kriging; least-squares support vector machine; surrogate modeling; variability Analysis; XOR
topics (OpenAlex): Model Reduction and Neural Networks; Probabilistic and Robust Engineering Design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
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2011 conference paper

Design strategies for processor, chip/package co-design (M-VI)

2011 IEEE 20th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems. Presented at the 2011 IEEE 20th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: P. Franzon n & E. Liu*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2011 article

Reconfigurable five-layer three-dimensional integrated memory-on-logic synthetic aperture radar processor

Thorolfsson, T., Moezzi-Madani, N., & Franzon, P. D. (2011, May 9). IET Computers & Digital Techniques, Vol. 5, pp. 198–204.

By: T. Thorolfsson n, N. Moezzi-Madani n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Embedded Systems Design Techniques; Interconnection Networks and Systems; 3D IC and TSV technologies
TL;DR: A floating-point synthetic aperture radar processor that achieves a power efficiency of 18.0 mW/GFlop in simulation through the use of three-dimensional (3D) integration and reconfiguration of the data path is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 article

SPICE-compatible physical model of nanocrystal floating gate devices for circuit simulation

Schinke, D., Priyadarshi, S., Pitts, W. S., Spigna, N. D., & Franzon, P. (2011, November 18). IET Circuits Devices & Systems, Vol. 5, pp. 477–483.

By: D. Schinke n, S. Priyadarshi n, W. Pitts n, N. Spigna n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Quantum and electron transport phenomena
TL;DR: A comprehensive and accurate SPICE-compatible physical equation-based model of nanocrystal floating gate devices is developed based on uniform direct Tunnelling and Fowler-Nordheim tunnelling based on a Verilog-A module that captures the physical behaviours of programming and erasing the device. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2011 journal article

Surrogate Model-Based Analysis of Analog Circuits – Part I. Variability Analysis

IEEE Transactions on Device and Materials Reliability, PP(99).

By: M. Yelten, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2010 conference paper

A zero power consumption Multi-Capacitor structure for voltage summing in high-speed FFE

19th Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems. Presented at the 2010 IEEE 19th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems (EPEPS).

By: B. Su n, W. Pitts n, P. Franzon n & J. Wilson n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
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2010 article

Computing with Novel Floating-Gate Devices

Schinke, D., Spigna, N. D., Shiveshwarkar, M., & Franzon, P. (2010, December 23). Computer, Vol. 44, pp. 29–36.

By: D. Schinke n, N. Spigna n, M. Shiveshwarkar n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: The authors report on the design, operation, and architectural implications of single and double floating-gate devices for nontraditional applications enabling low-power FPGAs and analog-to-digital converters, and propose a unified nonvolatile/volatile memory device. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2010 conference paper

Creating 3D specific systems: Architecture, design and CAD

Creating 3D Specific Systems: Architecture, Design, and CAD. 2010 Design, Automation & Test in Europe Conference & Exhibition, 1684–1688.

By: P. Franzon n, W. Davis n & T. Thorolffson n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2010 conference paper

Logic-on-logic 3D integration and placement

2010 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2010 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: T. Thorolfsson n, G. Luo*, J. Cong* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This methodology shows that using 3D face-to-face integration with microbumps in conjunction with the three placement algorithms can improve the maximum clock speed of AES module by 15.3% and the PE by 22.6%, while reducing the power of the AES module and thePE by 2.6%. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2010 article

Multimode transceiver for high-density interconnects: Measurement and validation

Choi, Y., Braunisch, H., Aygun, K., & Franzon, P. D. (2010, June 1). 2010 Proceedings 60th Electronic Components and Technology Conference (Ectc), pp. 1733–1738.

By: Y. Choi n, H. Braunisch*, K. Aygun* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2010 conference paper

The NCSU Tezzaron design kit

2010 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC), 1–15.

By: S. Lipa n, T. Thorolfsson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Experimental Learning in Engineering; Power Systems and Technologies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 11, 2019

2010 article

The integration of novel EAP-based Braille cells for use in a refreshable tactile display

Spigna, N. D., Chakraborti, P., Winick, D., Yang, P., Ghosh, T., & Franzon, P. (2010, March 25). Proceedings of SPIE, the International Society for Optical Engineering/Proceedings of SPIE, Vol. 7642.

By: N. Spigna n, P. Chakraborti n, D. Winick n, P. Yang n, T. Ghosh n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Braille; blind; PVDF; electroactive polymers; dielectric elastomer; visual impairments; bimorph
topics (OpenAlex): Tactile and Sensory Interactions; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials; Interactive and Immersive Displays
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2010 conference paper

Thermal Investigatoin of Tier Swapping to Improve the Thermal Profile of Memory-on-Logic 3DICs

IEEE THERMINIC, 1–6.

By: S. Melamed, T. Thorolfsson, A. Srinivasan, E. Cheng, P. Franozn & W. Davis

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 11, 2019

2010 conference paper

Thermal isolation in 3D chip stacks using vacuum gaps and capacitive or inductive communications

2010 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC). Presented at the 2010 IEEE International 3D Systems Integration Conference (3DIC).

By: P. Franzon*, J. Wilson* & M. Li*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
TL;DR: Simulation shows that the DRAM can operate at a temperature 47°C cooler than the CPU, and the combination of a vacuum gap, formed using standard semiconductor processing, together with capacitive or inductive signaling across the gap. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 journal article

A 32-Gb/s On-Chip Bus With Driver Pre-Emphasis Signaling

IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, 17(9), 1267–1274.

By: L. Zhang n, J. Wilson n, R. Bashirullah*, L. Luo n, J. Xu n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Interconnects; low power; on-chip; pre-emphasis
topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies
TL;DR: A differential current-mode bus architecture based on driver pre-emphasis for on-chip global interconnects that achieves high-data rates while reducing bus power dissipation and improving signal delay latency is described. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 article

A low power 3D integrated FFT engine using hypercube memory division

Thorolfsson, T., Moezzi-Madani, N., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, August 19). ISLPED 09, pp. 231–236.

By: T. Thorolfsson n, N. Moezzi-Madani n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: A floating point FFT processor that leverages both 3D integration and a hypercube memory division scheme to reduce the power consumption of a 1024 point F FT down to 4.227 μJ is demonstrated. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 article

An enhanced macromodeling approach for differential output drivers

Zhu, N. T., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, September 1). BMAS 2009: Proceedings of the 2009 IEEE International Behavioral Modeling and Simulation Workshop, pp. 54–59.

By: N. Zhu n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Real-time simulation and control systems; Evolutionary Algorithms and Applications; Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies
TL;DR: The approach is demonstrated with two typical digital drivers, low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) driver and pre-emphasis driver, which achieve excellent accuracy in capturing behaviors at various input patterns, loading conditions and supply voltages. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 article

Application Exploration for 3-D Integrated Circuits: TCAM, FIFO, and FFT Case Studies

Davis, W. R., Oh, E. C., Sule, A. M., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, March 19). IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, Vol. 17, pp. 496–506.

By: W. Davis n, E. Oh n, A. Sule n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Fast Fourier transform (FFT); first-in first-out (FIFO); ternary content-addressable memory (TCAM); 3-D integrated circuit (IC)
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Thin-Film Transistor Technologies
TL;DR: This paper presents physical-design case studies of ternary content-addressable memories, first-in first-out (FIFO) memories, and a 8192-point fast Fourier transform (FFT) processor in order to quantify the benefit of the through-silicon vias in an available 180-nm 3-D process. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 conference paper

Application of EAP materials toward a refreshable Braille display

In Y. Bar-Cohen & T. Wallmersperger (Eds.), Electroactive Polymer Actuators and Devices (EAPAD) 2009.

By: N. Di Spigna n, P. Chakraborti n, P. Yang n, T. Ghosh n & P. Franzon n

Ed(s): Y. Bar-Cohen & T. Wallmersperger

topics (OpenAlex): Tactile and Sensory Interactions; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials; Modular Robots and Swarm Intelligence
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2009 article

Application of surrogate modeling to generate compact and PVT-sensitive IBIS models

Zhu, T., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, October 1). Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems, pp. 77–80.

By: T. Zhu n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Embedded Systems Design Techniques; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A new proposal of applying surrogate-modeling in Input-output Buffer Information Specification (IBIS) saves the IBIS data storage resource, extends the model utility to various process-voltage-temperature (PVT) simulations and eliminates the data interpolation deviations. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 conference paper

CAD and Design Application Exploration of 3DICs

Proceedings 2008 Gomactech.

By: P. Franzon, W. Davis, M. Steer, T. Thorolfsson, L. McIlrath & K. Obermiller

Source: NC State University Libraries
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2009 article

Controllable Molecular Modulation of Conductivity in Silicon-Based Devices

He, T., Corley, D. A., Lu, M., Spigna, N. H. D., He, J., Nackashi, D. P., … Tour, J. M. (2009, July 1). Journal of the American Chemical Society, Vol. 131, pp. 10023–10030.

By: T. He n, D. Corley n, M. Lu n, N. Spigna n, J. He n, D. Nackashi n, P. Franzon n, J. Tour n

MeSH headings : Electric Conductivity; Membranes, Artificial; Semiconductors; Silicon / chemistry
topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
TL;DR: It is reported that a molecular monolayer, covalently grafted atop a silicon channel, can play a role similar to gating and impurity doping, which leads to the observed controllable modulation of conductivity in pseudometal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors (pseudo-MOSFETs). (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 conference paper

CryptoFSM – Securing chips against reverse engineering

Proceedings 2008 Gomactech.

By: M. Hamlett, L. McIlrath, F. Kiamilev & V. Ozguz

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 11, 2019

2009 conference paper

Design Automation of a 3DIC FFT Processor, for Synthetic Aperture Radar: A case study

Proceedings ACM/IEEE DAC 2009, 51–56.

By: T. Thorolffson n, K. Gonsalves n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices
TL;DR: The work shows how the vertical dimension can be exploited for novel memory architecture tradeoffs that are not feasible in 2D, reducing the energy consumed per memory operation in the FFT by 60.3%. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 conference paper

Junction-level thermal extraction and simulation of 3DICs

2009 IEEE International Conference on 3d Systems Integration, 395–401.

By: S. Melamed n, T. Thorolfsson n, A. Srinivasan*, E. Cheng*, P. Franzon n & R. Davis n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis
TL;DR: It was found that lowering the simulation resolution and using composite thermal conductivities failed to accurately predict the location of these tentpoles, so large isolated temperature spikes were found near groups of clock buffers at the edge of the SRAMs on the middle tier. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 article

Low-power self-equalizing driver for silicon carrier interconnects with low bit error rate

Gadfort, P., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, October 1). Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems, pp. 37–40.

By: P. Gadfort n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design
TL;DR: This paper demonstrates and compares the power efficiency of a standard differential current mode driver operating over an FR-4 channel with an improved driver with pre-emphasis operating over a silicon carrier channel. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2009 article

Multi-bit fractional equalization for multi-Gb/s inductively coupled connectors

Erickson, E., Wilson, J., Chandrasekar, K., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, October 1). Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging and Systems, pp. 121–124.

By: E. Erickson n, J. Wilson*, K. Chandrasekar* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Semiconductor materials and devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies
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2009 article

Overview of RFID Technology and Its Applications in the Food Industry

Kumar, P., Reinitz, H. W., Simunovic, J., Sandeep, K. P., & Franzon, P. D. (2009, September 11). Journal of Food Science, Vol. 74, pp. R101–106.

By: P. Kumar n, H. Reinitz n, J. Simunovic n, K. Sandeep n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: applications in food industry; RFID; working principle
MeSH headings : Food Industry / instrumentation; Food Industry / methods; Food Industry / standards; Radio Frequency Identification Device / economics; Radio Frequency Identification Device / methods
topics (OpenAlex): RFID technology advancements; Food Supply Chain Traceability; QR Code Applications and Technologies
TL;DR: Key concepts and terminology related to RFID technology and its applications in the food industry (supply chain management, temperature monitoring of foods, and ensuring food safety) are presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2009 chapter

Use of AC Coupled Interconnect in Contactless Packaging

In R. Ho (Ed.), Coupled Data Communications. Springer-Verlag.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): R. Ho

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2008 conference paper

AC coupled backplane communication using embedded capacitor

2008 IEEE-EPEP Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the 2008 IEEE 17th Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging (EPEP).

By: B. Su n, P. Patel*, S. Hunter*, M. Cases* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design
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2008 conference paper

An 8192-point fast fourier transform 3D-IC case study

An 8192-point Fast Fourier Transform 3D-IC Case Study. 2008 51st Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems, 438–441.

By: W. Davis n, A. Sule* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Phase-change materials and chalcogenides
TL;DR: This paper presents a case studies of an 8192-point fast Fourier transform (FFT) processor in order to quantify the benefit of the through-silicon vias in an available 180 nm 3D process. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2008 conference paper

Analysis of inter-bundle crosstalk in multimode signaling for high-density interconnects

2008 58th Electronic Components and Technology Conference. Presented at the 2008 58th Electronic Components and Technology Conference (ECTC 2008).

By: Y. Choi n, H. Braunisch*, K. Aygun* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
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Added: March 24, 2019

2008 conference paper

Application Specific Integrated Circuit Verification: An Illustration Based Approach

IEEE MSE.

By: M. Yadav, R. Jenkal, P. Franzon, P. Lafucci, B. Potts & I. Burgess

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 14, 2019

2008 conference paper

Application and Design Exploration for 3D Integrated Circuits

VLSI Multi-level Interconnect Conference.

By: P. Franzon, W. Davis, M. Steer, H. Hao, S. Lipa, S. Luniya, C. Mineo, J. Oh, A. Sule, T. Thorolfsson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 11, 2019

2008 conference paper

Autonomous Vision Processing and 3D Scene Reconstruction

GOMACTECH.

By: W. Pitts, M. Vaidya, M. Kadambi, S. Malkani & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 14, 2019

2008 conference paper

Computer-Aided Design and Application Exploration for 3D Integrated Circuits

GOMACTECH.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 15, 2019

2008 conference paper

Design and CAD for 3D integrated circuits

Design and CAD for 3D Integrated Circuits. DAC '08: Proceedings of the 45th annual Design Automation Conference, 668–673.

By: P. Franzon n, S. Berkeley*, B. Shani*, K. Obermiller*, W. Davis n, M. Steer n, S. Lipa n, E. Oh n ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
TL;DR: This paper presents several case studies that are uniquely enhanced through 3D implementation, including a 3D CAM, an FFT processor, and a SAR processor, which requires higher fidelity thermal modeling than 2DIC design. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2008 chapter

Design for 3-D Integration

In P. Garrou, P. Ramm, & C. Bower (Eds.), 3-D IC Integration: Technology and Applications. Wiley VCH.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): P. Garrou, P. Ramm & C. Bower

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2008 article

Editorial

Xie, Y., Cong, J., & Franzon, P. (2008, October 1). ACM Journal on Emerging Technologies in Computing Systems, Vol. 4.

By: Y. Xie*, J. Cong & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex):
TL;DR: This special issue of the ACM Journal of Emerging Technologies in Computing Systems is dedicated to three-dimensional integrated circuits and microarchitectures and five papers on diverse topics related to 3D integration were accepted for the special issue. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2008 conference paper

Extreme Temperature Invariant Circuitry Through Adaptive Body Biasing

GOMACTECH.

By: W. Pitts, V. Devasthali, J. Damiano & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 15, 2019

2008 article

Foreword Special Section on Electrical Performance Analysis and Simulation of Interconnects, Packages and Devices Composing Electronic Systems for High-Performance Applications

Canavero, F., & Franzon, P. D. (2008, November 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 31, pp. 662–663.

By: F. Canavero* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2008 article

Improving Behavioral IO Buffer Modeling Based on IBIS

Varma, A. K., Steer, M., & Franzon, P. D. (2008, November 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 31, pp. 711–721.

By: A. Varma*, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: Behavioral modeling; gate modulation effect; input output buffer information specification (IBIS); input/output (IO) buffer modeling; simultaneous switching noise (SSN)
topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics; Real-time simulation and control systems
TL;DR: A method is presented for compensating for the missing information in IBIS by complimenting the IBIS model with a black box that is simulator independent, without compromising with the speed that IBIS enjoys over the transistor models. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2008 article

Inductively Coupled Connectors and Sockets for Multi-Gb/s Pulse Signaling

Chandrasekar, K., Wilson, J., Erickson, E., Feng, Z., Xu, J., Mick, S., & Franzon, P. (2008, November 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 31, pp. 749–758.

By: K. Chandrasekar n, J. Wilson n, E. Erickson n, Z. Feng n, J. Xu n, S. Mick n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies
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2008 conference paper

Keeping hot chips cool

Proceedings of the 45th annual conference on Design automation - DAC '08. Presented at the the 45th annual conference.

By: R. Puri*, D. Varma, D. Edwards*, A. Weger*, P. Franzon n, A. Yang*, S. Kosonocky*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Embedded Systems Design Techniques
TL;DR: This is an educational panel with a little bit of controversy that will address the thermal issue in IC design and the severity of power issues coupled with packaging complexity translate into a thermal crisis in future. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2008 conference paper

Memory rich applications for 3D integration

In S. F. Al-Sarawi, V. K. Varadan, N. Weste, & K. Kalantar-Zadeh (Eds.), Smart Structures, Devices, and Systems IV.

By: P. Franzon n, S. Lipa n, J. Oh n, T. Thorolfsson n & R. Davis n

Ed(s): S. Al-Sarawi, V. Varadan, N. Weste & K. Kalantar-Zadeh

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing
TL;DR: This paper shows how memory power and memory bandwidth can both be improved by an order of magnitude through 3D integration, and specifically explores a DSP application. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2008 conference paper

Multimode signaling on non-ideal channels

2008 IEEE-EPEP Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 51–54.

By: Y. Choi n, C. Won n, P. Franzon n, H. Braunisch* & K. Aygun*

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
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Added: April 15, 2019

2008 article

Reversible Modulation of Conductance in Silicon Devices via UV/Visible‐Light Irradiation

He, T., Lu, M., Yao, J., He, J., Chen, B., Spigna, N. H. D., … Tour, J. M. (2008, October 20). Advanced Materials, Vol. 20, pp. 4541–4546.

topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Semiconductor materials and devices
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2007 conference paper

Application and Design Exploration for 3D Integrated Circuits

VLSI Multi-level Interconnect Conference.

By: P. Franzon, W. Davis, M. Steer, H. Hao, S. Lipa, S. Luniya, C. Mineo, J. Oh, A. Sule, T. Thorolfsson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 14, 2019

2007 conference paper

Design Considerations and Benefits of Three-Dimensional Ternary Content Addressable Memory

2007 IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference. Presented at the 2007 IEEE 29th Custom Integrated Circuits Conference.

By: E. Oh n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Ferroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices
TL;DR: It is demonstrated that a 3D TCAM with three tiers can achieve 40% matchline capacitance reduction and 21% power reduction compared to a TCAM in a conventional single-tier process. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 conference paper

Design for 3D Integration and Applications

2007 International Symposium on Signals, Systems and Electronics, 263–266,

By: P. Franzon n, W. Davis n, M. Steer n, H. Hao n, S. Lipa n, S. Luniya n, C. Mineo n, J. Oh n ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: This paper explores application drivers and computer aided design (CAD) for 3D ICs in order to provide system advantages equivalent to up to two technology nodes of scaling. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 article

Electronic Properties of Molecular Memory Circuits on a Nanoscale Scaffold

Blum, A. S., Soto, C. M., Wilson, C. D., Amsinck, C., Franzon, P., & Ratna, B. R. (2007, December 1). IEEE Transactions on NanoBioscience, Vol. 6, pp. 270–274.

By: A. Blum*, C. Soto*, C. Wilson, C. Amsinck n, P. Franzon n & B. Ratna*

author keywords: biomaterials; molecular electronics; nanotechnology
MeSH headings : Binding Sites; Biocompatible Materials / chemistry; Bionics / methods; Comovirus / chemistry; Crystallization; Electric Conductivity; Gold; Ion Exchange; Macromolecular Substances / chemistry; Materials Testing; Metal Nanoparticles / chemistry; Metal Nanoparticles / virology; Microscopy, Scanning Tunneling; Molecular Conformation; Nanotechnology / methods; Organisms, Genetically Modified; Protein Engineering
topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications
TL;DR: Here, genetically engineered cowpea mosaic virus was modified to express cysteine residues on the capsid exterior, gold nanoparticles were attached to the viral scaffold in a specific predetermined pattern to produce specific interparticle distances, resulting in three-dimensional network. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2007 conference paper

Flexible Low Power Probability Density Estimation Unit For Speech Recognition

2007 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems. Presented at the 2007 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems.

By: U. Pazhayaveetil n, D. Chandra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Speech Recognition and Synthesis; Speech and Audio Processing; Speech and dialogue systems
TL;DR: A flexible probability density estimation unit that is both power efficient and meets real time requirements while being flexible enough to handle emerging speech recognition techniques is designed. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2007 conference paper

FreePDK: An Open-Source Variation-Aware Design Kit

2007 IEEE International Conference on Microelectronic Systems Education (MSE'07). Presented at the 2007 IEEE International Conference on Microelectronic Systems Education (MSE'07), San Diego, CA.

By: J. Stine*, I. Castellanos*, M. Wood*, J. Henson*, F. Love*, W. Davis n, P. Franzon n, M. Bucher n ...

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: An open source, variation aware Process Design Kit (PDK), based on Scalable CMOS design rules, down to 45 nm, for use in VLSI research, education and small businesses is discussed. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 article

Fully Integrated AC Coupled Interconnect Using Buried Bumps

Wilson, J., Mick, S., Xu, J., Luo, L., Bonafede, S., Huffman, A., … Franzon, P. D. (2007, May 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 30, pp. 191–199.

By: J. Wilson n, S. Mick n, J. Xu n, L. Luo n, S. Bonafede*, A. Huffman*, R. LaBennett*, P. Franzon n

author keywords: AC coupled interconnect (ACCI); buried bumps; capacitive coupling; MCM; pulse signaling; noncontacting I/O; chip and package co-design
topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2007 conference paper

Hardware Architecture of a Parallel Pattern Matching Engine

2007 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems. Presented at the 2007 IEEE International Symposium on Circuits and Systems.

By: M. Yadav n, A. Venkatachaliah n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Algorithms and Data Compression; Caching and Content Delivery
TL;DR: The hardware architecture of a parallel, pipelined pattern matching engine that uses trie based pattern matching algorithmic approach is described that outperforms most current implementations in terms of speed and memory requirement and outperforms TCAM based solutions interms of power consumption, area, and cost while remaining competitive in Terms of throughput and update times. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 conference paper

Molecular Electronics

2nd IEEE International Workshop on advances in sensors and interfaces.

By: P. Franzon, C. Amsinck, N. DiSPigna, D. Nackashi & S. Sonkusale

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 14, 2019

2007 chapter

Molecular Electronics – Devices and Circuits Technology

In Vlsi-Soc: From Systems To Silicon. Springer Boston.

By: P. Franzon, D. Nackashi, C. Amsinck, N. DiSpigna & S. Sonkulale

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2007 article

SOI CMOS Implementation of a Multirate PSK Demodulator for Space Communications

Yuce, M. R., Liu, W., Damiano, J., Bharath, B., Franzon, P. D., & Dogan, N. S. (2007, February 1). IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I Fundamental Theory and Applications, Vol. 54, pp. 420–431.

By: M. Yuce*, W. Liu*, J. Damiano*, B. Bharath*, P. Franzon* & N. Dogan*

author keywords: differential detection; multirate; phase-shift keying (PSK); sampling; space communications; symbol timing circuit
topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Radio Astronomy Observations and Technology
TL;DR: A low-power phase-shift keying demodulator integrated circuit (IC) has been implemented using silicon-on-insulator CMOS technology for deep space and satellite applications and digital decimation is used after sampling to achieve a low power implementation of multirate transmission. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 conference paper

System Design for 3D Multi-FPGA Packaging

2007 IEEE Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the 2007 IEEE Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging.

By: T. Thorolfsson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This paper explores the system-level considerations such as layout, routing and IO in the design of 3D multi-FPGA packaging, along with their architectural implications. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 conference paper

System level Validation of Improved IO Buffer Behavioral Modeling Methodology Based on IBIS

2007 IEEE Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the 2007 IEEE Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging.

By: A. Varma n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
TL;DR: System level simulation and validation of a new macromodeling methodology based on IBIS (Input/Output Buffer Information Specification) models is presented and enhancements of the black-box techniques discussed in [1] are discussed. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2007 article

Uniformity analysis of wafer scale sub-25nm wide nanowire array nanoimprint mold fabricated by PEDAL process

Sonkusale, S. R., Spigna, N. H. D., & Franzon, P. D. (2007, February 10). Microelectronic Engineering, Vol. 84, pp. 1523–1527.

By: S. Sonkusale n, N. Spigna n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: PEDAL; nanoimprint; mold; nanowires
topics (OpenAlex): Nanofabrication and Lithography Techniques; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Advancements in Photolithography Techniques
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2007 article

Voltage-Mode Driver Preemphasis Technique For On-Chip Global Buses

Zhang, L., Wilson, J. M., Bashirullah, R., Luo, L., Xu, J., & Franzon, P. D. (2007, February 1). IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Systems, Vol. 15, pp. 231–236.

By: L. Zhang n, J. Wilson n, R. Bashirullah*, L. Luo n, J. Xu n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: global buses; low-power; on-chip; preemphasis; repeater insertion
topics (OpenAlex): Interconnection Networks and Systems; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This paper demonstrates that driver preemphasis technique can be used for on-chip global buses to increase signal channel bandwidth and reduces power consumption by 12%-39% for data activity factors above 0.1. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2006 conference paper

A 32Gb/s On-chip Bus with Driver Pre-emphasis Signaling

IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference 2006. Presented at the Proceedings of the IEEE 2006 Custom Integrated Circuits Conference.

By: L. Zhang n, J. Wilson n, R. Bashirullah n, L. Luo n, J. Xu n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Interconnection Networks and Systems; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies
TL;DR: A 16-bit on-chip bus with driver pre-emphasis fabricated in 0.25mum CMOS technology attains an aggregate signaling data rate of 32Gb/s over 5-10mm long lossy interconnects while reducing delay latency, power, and peak current over a conventional single-ended voltage-mode static bus. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2006 conference paper

A 36Gb/s ACCI Multi-Channel Bus using a Fully Differential Pulse Receiver

IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference 2006. Presented at the IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference 2006.

By: L. Luo n, J. Wilson n, S. Mick n, J. Xu n, L. Zhang n, E. Erickson n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
TL;DR: A new differential pulse receiver is demonstrated for AC coupled interconnect (ACCI), which enables the highest data rate, at 6Gb/s/channel (36Gb/S aggregate), for capacitively coupled systems using pulse signaling. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2006 conference paper

AC Coupled Interconnect using Buried Bumps for Laminated Organic Packages

Proceedings Electronic Components and Technology, ECTC.

By: J. Wilson, L. Luo, S. Mick, B. Chan, H. Lin & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 15, 2019

2006 conference paper

Architecture for Low Power Large Vocabulary Speech Recognition

2006 IEEE International SOC Conference. Presented at the 2006 IEEE International SOC Conference.

By: D. Chandra n, U. Pazhayaveetil n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Speech Recognition and Synthesis; Speech and dialogue systems; Speech and Audio Processing
TL;DR: This paper proposes an architecture for real-time large vocabulary speech recognition on a mobile embedded device that has a low power embedded processor and dedicated ASIC units for complex computations. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2006 conference paper

Considerations for Transmission Line Design on MCMs using AC Coupled Interconnect with Buried Solder Bumps

2006 IEEE Workship on Signal Propagation on Interconnects. Presented at the 2006 IEEE Workshop on Signal Propagation on Interconnects.

By: J. Wilson n, S. Mick n, J. Xu n, L. Luo n, E. Erickson n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: AC Coupled Interconnect; ACCI; buried solder bumps; transmission lines; routing; MCM; stripline
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Copper Interconnects and Reliability
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Added: March 24, 2019

2006 article

Controlled Modulation of Conductance in Silicon Devices by Molecular Monolayers

He, T., He, J. L., Lu, M., Chen, B., Pang, H., Reus, W. F., … al. (2006, October 25). Journal of the American Chemical Society, Vol. 128, pp. 14537–14541.

By: T. He n, J. He n, M. Lu n, B. Chen n, H. Pang n, W. Reus n, W. Nolte n, D. Nackashi n ...

topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: Controlling the drain current and threshold voltage in pseudo metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors by grafting a monolayer of molecules atop oxide-free H-passivated silicon surfaces might serve as a useful method for controlling electronic characteristics in small silicon devices at future technology nodes. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2006 conference paper

Controlled nanowire fabrication by PEDAL process

2006 1st International Conference on Nano-Networks and Workshops. Presented at the 2006 1st International Conference on Nano-Networks and Workshops.

By: S. Sonkusale n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Nanofabrication and Lithography Techniques; Advancements in Photolithography Techniques; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications
TL;DR: The experimental results presented in this paper prove the efficacy of PEDAL process in making nanowire template of sub-25 nm wide lines with good routing capability. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2006 article

Deterministic nanowire fanout and interconnect without any critical translational alignment

Spigna, N. H. D., Nackashi, D. P., Amsinck, C. J., Sonkusale, S. R., & Franzon, P. D. (2006, July 1). IEEE Transactions on Nanotechnology, Vol. 5, pp. 356–361.

By: N. Spigna n, D. Nackashi n, C. Amsinck n, S. Sonkusale n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: alignment; crossbar architectures; fanout; interconnect; nanoscale interfacing; nanotechnology
topics (OpenAlex): Nanofabrication and Lithography Techniques; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Force Microscopy Techniques and Applications
TL;DR: A design is presented that allows complete and deterministic fanout of regular arrays of wires from the nano- to the microworld without the need for any critical translational alignment steps. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2006 conference paper

Developing Improved IO Buffer Behavioral Modeling Methodology Based on IBIS

2006 IEEE Electrical Performane of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the 2006 IEEE Electrical Performane of Electronic Packaging.

By: A. Varma n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
TL;DR: A new macromodeling methodology based on IBIS (input/output buffer information specification) models is proposed and produces models that can be simulated accurately for simultaneous switching noise (SSN). (via Semantic Scholar)
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2006 conference paper

Differential current-mode signaling for robust and power efficient on-chip global interconnects

IEEE 14th Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 2005. Presented at the IEEE 14th Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 2005.

By: L. Zhang n, J. Wilson n, R. Bashirullah n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; 3D IC and TSV technologies
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
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2006 conference paper

Fine Pitch Inductively Coupled Connectors for Multi-Gbps Pulse Signaling

2006 IEEE Electrical Performane of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the 2006 IEEE Electrical Performane of Electronic Packaging.

By: K. Chandrasekar n, J. Wilson n, E. Erickson n, Z. Feng n, J. Xu n, S. Mick n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Semiconductor materials and devices
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2006 conference paper

High-Frequency Characterization of Printed CPW Lines on Textiles using a Custom Test Fixture

2006 IEEE Workship on Signal Propagation on Interconnects. Presented at the 2006 IEEE Workship on Signal Propagation on Interconnects.

By: J. Wilson n, C. Merritt n, B. Karaguzel n, T. Kang n, H. Nagle n, E. Grant n, B. Pourdeyhemi n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: wearable electronics; electronic textiles; RF and microwave testing; printed electronics; polymer thick film
topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Measurements; Near-Field Optical Microscopy
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Added: March 24, 2019

2006 conference paper

Impact of SOI research Project on microelectronics education: a case study

Proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Microelectronics systems education, 33–34.

By: N. Dogan*, P. Franzon n & W. Liu*

topics (OpenAlex): Experimental Learning in Engineering; Nanotechnology research and applications; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis
TL;DR: The impact of an RF-SoC research project on the career choices of students involved and its broader impact on the microelectronics education in the participating universities are presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2006 article

Physically based molecular device model in a transient circuit simulator

Kriplani, N. M., Nackashi, D. P., Amsinck, C. J., Spigna, N. H. D., Steer, M. B., Franzon, P. D., … Reimers, J. R. (2006, March 10). Chemical Physics, Vol. 326, pp. 188–196.

By: N. Kriplani n, D. Nackashi n, C. Amsinck n, N. Spigna n, M. Steer n, P. Franzon n, R. Rick*, G. Solomon*, J. Reimers*

author keywords: molecular electronics; circuit simulator; density-functional theory; 1,4-benzenedithiol; single-molecule conductivity
topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2006 conference paper

Pulse Signaling in Inductively Coupled Sockets and Connectors

SRC Student Symposium.

By: J. Xu, J. Wilson, E. Erickson & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 14, 2019

2006 conference paper

Sensors on textile substrates for home-based healthcare monitoring

Sensors on Textile Substrates for Home-Based Healthcare Monitoring. 1st Transdisciplinary Conference on Distributed Diagnosis and Home Healthcare, 2006. D2H2., 5–7.

By: T. Kang n, C. Merritt n, B. Karaguzel n, J. Wilson n, P. Franzon n, B. Pourdeyhimi n, E. Grant n, T. Nagle n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
TL;DR: Progress in developing textile-based sensors for wearable physiological monitoring systems for ECG and EOG data is described and a capacitive sensor for monitoring breathing is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: March 24, 2019

2006 conference paper

Signal integrity and robustness of ACCI packaged systems

IEEE 14th Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 2005. Presented at the IEEE 14th Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 2005.

By: L. Luo n, J. Wilson n, J. Xu n, S. Mick n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
TL;DR: The potential for switching noise, crosstalk and ISI control in ACCI system is discussed, which could help improve multi-Giga-b/s/channel communication. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2006 conference paper

TCAM core design in 3D IC for low matchline capacitance and low power

In S. F. Al-Sarawi (Ed.), Smart Structures, Devices, and Systems III.

By: E. Oh n & P. Franzon n

Ed(s): S. Al-Sarawi

author keywords: TCAM (ternary content addressable memory); 3D1C (3-dimentional integrated circuits); integrated circuit interconnect; vertical interconnect; inter-tier via; 3D via; inatchline capacitance; interconnect capacitance; low power TCAM; CAM
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Network Packet Processing and Optimization
TL;DR: 3D vias are used to replace matchlines, whose transition during parallel search operations is a major source of high power consumption in TCAM and field analysis and spice simulation results show that a 40% matchline capacitance reduction and a 23% power reduction can be achieved by using a 3-tier 3D IC structure instead of the conventional 2D approach. (via Semantic Scholar)
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2005 conference paper

2.8 Gb/s Inductively Coupled Interconnect for 3-D ICs

Japan VLSI Symposium.

By: J. Xu, J. Wilson, S. Mick, L. Luo & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2005 conference paper

2.8 Gbps inductively coupled interconnect for 3D ICs

Proceedings of the 2005 symposium on VLSI circuits, 352–355.

By: J. Xu, J. Wilson, S. Mick & L. Luo

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2005 journal article

3 Gb/s AC Coupled Chip-to-Chip Communication Using a Low Swing Pulse Receiver

IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, 41(1), 287–296.

By: L. Luo n, J. Wilson n, S. Mick n, J. Xu n, L. Zhang n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: AC coupled interconnect; bandlimited communications; buried bump technology; capacitive coupling; multichip modules; pulse receiver; pulse signaling
topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
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Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 conference paper

3Gb/s AC-coupled chip-to-chip communication using a low-swing pulse receiver

Proceedings of the 2005 International Solid State Circuits Conference. Presented at the 2005 International Solid State Circuits Conference, San Francisco, CA, USA.

By: L. Luo n, J. Wilson n, S. Mick n, J. Xu n, L. Zhang n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: A 120-mV/sub ppd/ low swing pulse receiver is presented for AC coupled interconnect (ACCI) and first-time demonstration of a flip-chip ACCI is presented, with both the AC and DC connections successfully integrated between the flipped chip and the multichip module (MCM) substrate by using the buried bump technology. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: June 9, 2019

2005 article

A tunable combline bandpass filter using barium strontium titanate interdigital varactors on an alumina substrate

Nath, J., Fathelbab, W., Franzon, P. D., Kingon, A. I., Ghosh, D., Maria, J.-P., & Steer, M. B. (2005, January 1). IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest, 2005., pp. 595–598.

By: J. Nath n, W. Fathelbab n, P. Franzon n, A. Kingon n, D. Ghosh n, J. Maria n, M. Steer n

author keywords: Barium Strontium Titanate (BST); ferroelectric; microstrip filters; resonators; thin film devices; tunable filters; varactor
topics (OpenAlex): Microwave Engineering and Waveguides; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Acoustic Wave Resonator Technologies
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Added: August 6, 2018

2005 conference paper

AC Coupled Interconnect for Dense 3-D Systems

Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Nuclear Science and Imaging. Presented at the 2003 IEEE Nuclear Science Symposium Conference, Portland, OR, USA.

By: N. Xu n, S. Mick n, J. Wilson n, N. Luo n, K. Chandrasekar n, E. Erickson n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Photonic and Optical Devices; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
TL;DR: This paper presents the potential application of AC Coupled Interconnect (ACCI) for dense three-dimensional (3-D) ICs and suggests that it can provide small pitch vertical interconnects, as well as an excellent thermal solution for dense 3-D ICs. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2005 journal article

An Engineered Virus as a Scaffold for Three-Dimensional Self-Assembly on the Nanoscale

Small, 1(7), 702–706.

By: A. Blum*, C. Soto*, C. Wilson, T. Brower*, S. Pollack*, T. Schull*, A. Chatterji*, T. Lin* ...

author keywords: molecular electronics; nanotechnology; protein engineering; self-assembly; viruses
MeSH headings : Biomedical Engineering / methods; Capsid / chemistry; Electronics; Microscopy, Scanning Tunneling; Models, Chemical; Models, Molecular; Mutation; Nanocomposites / chemistry; Nanostructures; Nanotechnology / methods; Protein Engineering / methods; Viruses / chemistry; Viruses / genetics
topics (OpenAlex): Bacteriophages and microbial interactions; Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques; Virology and Viral Diseases
TL;DR: Using cowpea mosaic virus, modified to express cysteine residues on the capsid exterior, gold nanoparticles were attached to the viral scaffold to produce specific interparticle distances, resulting in a 3D spherical conductive network. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2005 article

An electronically tunable microstrip bandpass filter using thin-film Barium-Strontium-Titanate (BST) varactors

Nath, J., Ghosh, D., Maria, J.-P., Kingon, A. I., Fathelbab, W., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. (2005, September 1). IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques, Vol. 53, pp. 2707–2712.

By: J. Nath n, D. Ghosh n, J. Maria n, A. Kingon n, W. Fathelbab n, P. Franzon n, M. Steer n

author keywords: barium strontium titanate (BST); combline filter; ferroelectric films; intermodulation distortion; microstrip filters; resonators; thin-film devices; tunable filters; varactor
topics (OpenAlex): Microwave Engineering and Waveguides; Acoustic Wave Resonator Technologies; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 conference paper

An integrated self-masking technique for providing low-loss metallized RF MEMS devices in a polysilicon only MEMS process

Proceedings of the SPIE Micro Europe. Presented at the SPIE Micro Europe, Sevilla, Spain.

By: J. Wilson n, R. Bashirullah*, D. Nackashi n, D. Winick n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: RF MEMS; post process; metallization; tunable capacitor; removable mask; SUMMiT
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies; Acoustic Wave Resonator Technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2005 conference paper

Automating Design for Signal Integrity

Proceedings 1992 IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 10–13.

By: P. Franzon n, M. Mehrotra n, S. Simovich n & M. Steer n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2005 journal article

CAD Flows for Chip-Package CoVerification

IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, 28(1), 194–202.

By: A. Varma, A. Glaser & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2005 article

CAD flows for chip-package coverification

Varma, A. K., Glaser, A., & Franzon, P. D. (2005, February 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 28, pp. 194–202.

By: A. Varma n, A. Glaser* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Manufacturing Process and Optimization; Advancements in Photolithography Techniques
TL;DR: A unified method is presented for layout and package design implemented within a commercial design environment that will reduce design time and enable chip-package coverification. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 chapter

Chip-Package Codesign

In L. Scheffer, L. Lavagno, & G. Martin (Eds.), The Handbook for EDA of Electronic Circuits. CRC Press.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): L. Scheffer, L. Lavagno & G. Martin

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2005 journal article

Configurable String Matching Hardware for Speeding Up Intrusion Detection

Aldwairi, M., Conte, T., & Franzon, P. (2005, March 1). Configurable string matching hardware for speeding up intrusion detection. ACM SIGARCH Computer Architecture News, Vol. 33, pp. 99–107.

By: M. Aldwairi n, T. Conte n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Network Security and Intrusion Detection; Algorithms and Data Compression
TL;DR: A configurable string matching accelerator is developed with the focus on increasing throughput while maintaining the configurability provided by the software IDSs. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2005 journal article

Cover Picture: An Engineered Virus as a Scaffold for Three-Dimensional Self-Assembly on the Nanoscale (Small 7/2005)

Small, 1(7), 669–669.

By: A. Blum*, C. Soto*, C. Wilson, T. Brower*, S. Pollack*, T. Schull*, A. Chatterji*, T. Lin* ...

topics (OpenAlex): Modular Robots and Swarm Intelligence
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 6, 2020

2005 journal article

Cover Picture: An Engineered Virus as a Scaffold for Three-Dimensional Self-Assembly on the Nanoscale (Small 7/2005)

Small, 1(7), 669–669.

By: A. Blum, C. Soto, C. Wilson, T. Brower, S. Pollack, T. Schull, A. Chatterji, T. Lin ...

topics (OpenAlex): Modular Robots and Swarm Intelligence
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 6, 2020

2005 article

Demystifying 3D ICs: The Pros and Cons of Going Vertical

Davis, W. R., Wilson, J., Mick, S., Xu, J., Hua, H., Mineo, C., … Franzon, P. D. (2005, June 1). IEEE Design & Test of Computers, Vol. 22, pp. 498–510.

By: W. Davis n, J. Wilson n, S. Mick n, J. Xu n, H. Hua n, C. Mineo n, A. Sule n, M. Steer n, P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: A practical introduction to the design trade-offs of the currently available 3D IC technology options is provided, with an analysis relating the number of transistors on a chip to the vertical interconnect density using estimates based on Rent's rule. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2005 conference paper

Differential current mode signalling for robust and power efficient on-chip global interconnect

Proceedings of EPEP, 315–318.

By: L. Zhang, J. Wilson, R. Bashirullah & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 21, 2025

2005 conference paper

Drive circuit for a mode conversion rotary ultrasonic motor

31st Annual Conference of IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, 2005. IECON 2005. Presented at the 31st Annual Conference of IEEE Industrial Electronics Society, 2005. IECON 2005.

By: J. Xu n, E. Grant n, A. Kingon n, J. Wilson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Piezoelectric Actuators and Control; Wireless Power Transfer Systems; Ferroelectric and Piezoelectric Materials
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2005 conference paper

Driver pre-emphasis techniques for on-chip global buses

Proceedings of the 2005 international symposium on Low power electronics and design - ISLPED '05. Presented at the the 2005 international symposium.

By: L. Zhang n, J. Wilson n, R. Bashirullah n, L. Luo n, J. Xu n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Interconnection Networks and Systems; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This proposed architecture lowers the worst coupling capacitance to total capacitance ratio to 14.4%. (via Semantic Scholar)
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7. Affordable and Clean Energy (OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2005 article

Fabrication of wafer scale, aligned sub-25nm nanowire and nanowire templates using planar edge defined alternate layer process

Sonkusale, S. R., Amsinck, C. J., Nackashi, D. P., Spigna, N. H. D., Barlage, D., Johnson, M., & Franzon, P. D. (2005, May 11). Physica E Low-Dimensional Systems and Nanostructures, Vol. 28, pp. 107–114.

By: S. Sonkusale n, C. Amsinck n, D. Nackashi n, N. Spigna n, D. Barlage n, M. Johnson n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: nanowire; nanoimprinting; mold; template; interconnects; nanotechnology
topics (OpenAlex): Nanofabrication and Lithography Techniques; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Anodic Oxide Films and Nanostructures
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Added: August 6, 2018

2005 conference paper

Fabrication of wafer-scale, aligned Sub-25 nm nanowires and templates using Planar Edge Defined Alternate Layer (PEDAL) Process

Technical Proceedings of the 2005 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show. Presented at the 2005 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show, Anaheim, CA.

By: S. Sonkusale, C. Amsinck, D. Nackashi, N. Di Spigna, D. Barlage, M. Johnson, P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2005 conference paper

Inductively Coupled Board to Board Connectors

ECTC’05, 1109–1113.

By: K. Chandrasekar, Z. Feng, J. Wilson, S. Mick & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 21, 2025

2005 conference paper

Inductively Coupled Board-to-Board Connectors

Proceedings Electronic Components and Technology, 2005. ECTC '05., 1109–1113.

By: K. Chandrasekar n, Z. Feng n, J. Wilson n, S. Mick n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Advanced Antenna and Metasurface Technologies
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2005 conference paper

Integrated dynamic body contact for H-gate PD-SOI MOSFETs for high performance/low power

2004 IEEE International SOI Conference (IEEE Cat. No.04CH37573). Presented at the 2004 IEEE International SOI Conference.

By: J. Damiano n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
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Added: March 24, 2019

2005 conference paper

Microwave characterization of thin-film multi-chip module substrates and printed wiring boards accounting for frequency-dependent characteristic impedance

Proceedings of the IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 125–127.

By: M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Microwave Engineering and Waveguides; Full-Duplex Wireless Communications
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2005 conference paper

Molecular electronic latches and memories

IEEE Nano, 819–822.

By: D. Nackashi n, C. Amsinck n, N. DiSPigna n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Quantum and electron transport phenomena; Quantum-Dot Cellular Automata
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2005 conference paper

Molecular electronics – devices and circuits technology

Proceedings IFIP VLSI-SoC 2005, 57–63.

By: P. Franzon, D. Nackashi, N. DiSpigna & S. Sonkusale

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2005 journal article

Optimal chip-package codesign for high-performance DSP

IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, 28(2), 288–297.

By: P. Mehrotra n, V. Rao n, T. Conte n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: chip-package codesign; fast Fourier transform (FFT); seamless high off-chip connectivity (SHOCC)
topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in Photolithography Techniques; Digital Filter Design and Implementation; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This paper presents the design of a fast Fourier transform (FFT) engine that gives SRAM-like performance in a DRAM-based system and uses almost 100% of the available burst-mode memory bandwidth. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018

2005 conference paper

SSN issues with IBIS models

Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 87–90.

By: A. Varma n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Embedded Systems Design Techniques; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: A CMOS driver circuit is simulated in HSPICE and compared with an equivalent circuit created with IBIS (input/output buffer information specification) models of the same drivers to analyze for accuracy in modeling simultaneous switching noise in drivers. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2005 article

Scaling constraints in nanoelectronic random-access memories

Amsinck, C. J., Spigna, N. H. D., Nackashi, D. P., & Franzon, P. D. (2005, August 26). Nanotechnology, Vol. 16, pp. 2251–2260.

By: C. Amsinck n, N. Spigna n, D. Nackashi n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor materials and devices; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures
TL;DR: Using a combined circuit theoretical modelling and simulation approach, the impact of both the device and interconnect architecture on the scalability of a conductivity-state memory system is quantified. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 article

A "defect level versus cost" system tradeoff for electronics manufacturing

Scheffler, M., Franzon, P. D., & Troster, G. (2004, January 1). IEEE Transactions on Electronics Packaging Manufacturing, Vol. 27, pp. 67–76.

By: M. Scheffler*, P. Franzon n & G. Troster*

author keywords: cost quality tradeoff; genetic algorithm; high-density packaging (HDP); Pareto chart
topics (OpenAlex): Flexible and Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems; Manufacturing Process and Optimization; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2004 conference paper

A configurable classification engine for polymorphous chip architecture

Proceedings of the ACM BEACON Workshop. Presented at the ACM BEACON Workshop, Boston, MA.

By: M. Yadav, P. Hamilton, R. Sears, Y. Viniotis, T. Conte & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2004 conference paper

A low power PSK receiver for space applications in 0.35 µm CMOS

Proceedings of the IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, 155–158.

By: M. Yuce n, W. Liu n, J. Damiano n, B. Bharat n, P. Franzon n & N. Nugan*

topics (OpenAlex): Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies
TL;DR: An all-digital and low power PSK baseband receiver circuit using silicon on insulator technology (SOI) is designed for space applications and employs double differential detection to improve the receiver's robustness to Doppler effect as well as a 1 bit A/D at the front to reduce complexity and power. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2004 article

AC coupled interconnect for dense 3-D ICs

Xu, J., Mick, S., Wilson, J., Luo, L., Chandrasekar, K., Erickson, E., & Franzon, P. D. (2004, October 1). IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science, Vol. 51, pp. 2156–2160.

By: J. Xu n, S. Mick n, J. Wilson n, L. Luo n, K. Chandrasekar n, E. Erickson n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: AC coupled; inductive coupling; spiral inductor; three-dimensional integrated circuits (3-D ICs); through vias; vertical interconnect
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Photonic and Optical Devices
TL;DR: This paper presents the potential application of AC coupled interconnect (ACCI) for dense three-dimensional (3-D) integrated circuits (ICs) and concludes that inductive ACCI can provide small pitch vertical interconnects, as well as an excellent thermal solution for dense 3-D ICs. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2004 conference paper

Binary Search Schemes for Fast IP Lookups

Proceedings of the IEEE Globecom, 2005–2009.

By: P. Mehortra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Algorithms and Data Compression; Network Security and Intrusion Detection
TL;DR: Binary search schemes that allow fast address lookups that scale very well with both large databases and for longer addresses (as in IPv6) are described. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2004 article

Buried Bump and AC Coupled Interconnection Technology

Mick, S., Luo, L., Wilson, J., & Franzon, P. (2004, February 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 27, pp. 121–125.

By: S. Mick n, L. Luo n, J. Wilson n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: capacity-coupled circuits; coupled interconnections; integrated circuits; I/O; solder bumps
topics (OpenAlex): Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis
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2004 article

Causal Reduced-Order Modeling of Distributed Structures in a Transient Circuit Simulator

Mohan, R., Choi, M. J., Mick, S. E., Hart, F. P., Chandrasekar, K., Cangellaris, A. C., … Steer, M. B. (2004, September 1). IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques, Vol. 52, pp. 2207–2214.

By: R. Mohan n, M. Choi*, S. Mick n, F. Hart n, K. Chandrasekar n, A. Cangellaris*, P. Franzon n, M. Steer n

author keywords: Foster's canonical model; transient circuit simulation
topics (OpenAlex): Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics; Lightning and Electromagnetic Phenomena; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: The implementation of the Foster's model in the fREEDA circuit simulator is reported and the modeling of a two-port coupled inductor is presented as an example. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2004 article

Chip-Package Co-Implementation of a Triple DES Processor

Schaffer, T., Glaser, A., & Franzon, P. D. (2004, February 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 27, pp. 194–202.

By: T. Schaffer n, A. Glaser n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: CMOS; DES processor; IC; I/O; MCM package
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Data Storage Technologies; Cryptographic Implementations and Security; Chaos-based Image/Signal Encryption
TL;DR: Measurements show 3DES operation at 110 MHz, which translates to a throughput of over 7 Gb/s, the highest reported 3DES throughput to date. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2004 journal article

Clustering Effects on Discontinuous Gold Film NanoCells

Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 4(7), 907–917.

By: J. Seminario*, Y. Ma, L. Agapito, L. Yan, R. Araujo, S. Bingi, N. Vadlamani, K. Chagarlamudi ...

author keywords: negative differential resistance; NanoCell; clustering; filamentary formation; discontinuous gold film; interlinking molecule; self-assembling; ab initio; molecular dynamics; density functional theory; nanotechnology; molecular electronics; nanoelectronics
MeSH headings : Electric Impedance; Electronics; Electrons; Gold / chemistry; Materials Testing; Models, Molecular; Nanostructures / chemistry; Nanotechnology / methods
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Quantum-Dot Cellular Automata
TL;DR: The domain of molecular electronics based in organic molecules to include nanosized clusters as active units is extended and facilitates a scenario where synthetically accessible organic molecules can be adjusted by metallic nanoclusters as an in situ fine-tuning element, able to compensate for the lack of addressing in the nanosize regime. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2004 conference paper

Configureable String matching hardware for speeding up intrusion detection

ACM Workshop on secure networking. Presented at the Boston.

By: M. Aldwairi, T. Conte & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2004 conference paper

Integration for Molecular Electronics

Proceedings of the Conference on Foundations of NanoScience. Presented at the Snowbird, UT.

By: P. Franzon, C. Amsinck, N. Di Spigna, S. Sonkusale & D. Nackashi

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2004 conference paper

Low power logical element for FPGA fabric

Proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Microelectronics, 55–57.

By: M. Nakkar* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Embedded Systems Design Techniques; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A low power LE is shown by taking advantage of the commutative property of operations to allow the data to be reorganized such that there will be separate paths for logic state 0 and logic state 1. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2004 article proceedings

Simplified delay design guidelines for on-chip global interconnects

By: L. Zhang n, W. Liu*, R. Bashirullah n, J. Wilson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 10, 2025

2004 conference paper

Simplified delay design guidelines for on-chip global interconnects

Zhang, L., Liu, W., Bashirullah, R., Wilson, J., & Franzon, P. (2004, April). 29–32.

By: L. Zhang, W. Liu, R. Bashirullah, J. Wilson & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2004 conference paper

Simultaneous switching noise in IBIS models

Proceedings of the 2004 International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility (IEEE Cat. No.04CH37559), 3, 1000–1004.

By: A. Varma n, S. Lipa n, A. Glaser n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Embedded Systems Design Techniques; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: A tool to convert SPICE netlists to IBIS (Input/Output Buffer Information Specification) models is presented and these models are compared against macro-models of nonlinear digital drivers using spline functions with finite time difference approximation modeling techniques. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2004 article

The Design and Characterization of a Novel Piezoelectric Transducer-Based Linear Motor

Palmer, J. A., Dessent, B., Mulling, J. F., Usher, T., Grant, E., Eischen, J. W., … Franzon, P. D. (2004, June 1). IEEE/ASME Transactions on Mechatronics, Vol. 9, pp. 392–398.

By: J. Palmer n, B. Dessent n, J. Mulling n, T. Usher*, E. Grant n, J. Eischen n, A. Kingon n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: direct drive motors; linear piezomotor; passive latches; piezoelectric transducers
topics (OpenAlex): Innovative Energy Harvesting Technologies; Piezoelectric Actuators and Control; Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies
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2004 conference paper

The Design, Fabrication and Characterization of Millimeter Scale Motors for Miniature Direct Drive Robots

The design, fabrication, and characterization of millimeter scale motors for miniature direct drive robots. IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation, 2004. Proceedings. ICRA '04. 2004, 4668–4673.

By: J. Palmer n, J. Mulling n, B. Dessent n, E. Grant n, J. Eischen n, A. Gruverman n, A. Kingon n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: piezoelectric; scale; ultrasonic motor
topics (OpenAlex): Piezoelectric Actuators and Control; Microfluidic and Bio-sensing Technologies; Soft Robotics and Applications
TL;DR: Research into miniature, direct drive, high force/torque motors to support insect-sized mobile robotic platforms and results suggest that smaller versions of the rotary ultrasonic motor would possess a static torque density seven times that of a commercial 3-mm electromagnetic system. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2004 conference paper

The performance and experimental results of a multiple bit rate symbol timing recovery circuit for PSK receivers

Proceedings of the IEEE 2004 Custom Integrated Circuits Conference (IEEE Cat. No.04CH37571), 591–594.

By: M. Yuce n, W. Liu n, B. Bharat n, J. Damaino n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Advanced Wireless Communication Techniques; Satellite Communication Systems
TL;DR: A low-power all-digital symbol timing recovery circuit for digital PSK transmission systems is implemented in a 0.35-pm Silicon Qn Insulator (SOI) technology and robust against fast and large Doppler shift or frequency error on the input signal. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2003 conference paper

4 Gbps AC Coupled Interconnection

Proceedings of the IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, 133–140.

By: S. Mick n, J. Wilson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: A novel physical structure, buried solder bumps, are used as a solution for providing DC power and ground connections across the same surface as the AC connections to enable multi-gigabit-persecond communication data rates between integrated circuits with very high pin counts and low power consumption. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2003 conference paper

AC Coupled Interconnect for High-Density High-Bandwidth Packaging

Extended Abstracts of the 2003 International Conference on Solid State Devices and Materials, 67–69.

By: P. Franzon*, S. Mick, J. Wilson, L. Luo & K. Chandrasakhar

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Copper Interconnects and Reliability
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

2003 conference paper

Buried solder bump connections for high- density capacitive coupling

Proceedings of the IEEE Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 205–208.

By: S. Mick n, L. Luo n, J. Wilson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
TL;DR: AC coupled interconnects enable reliable, multi-gigabit-per-second communication data rates between integrated circuits with very high pin counts and low power consumption. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: April 21, 2019

2003 conference paper

CAD flows for chip-package codesign

Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 11–14.

By: A. Varma n, A. Glaser n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Manufacturing Process and Optimization; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; 3D IC and TSV technologies
TL;DR: A unified method is presented for layout and package design implemented within a commercial design environment that will reduce design time and enable chip-package codesign. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2003 conference paper

High Frequency, High Density Interconnect Using AC Coupling

Fall MRS Conference. Presented at the Boston, MA.

By: P. Franzon*, A. Kingon, S. Mick, J. Wilson, L. Luo, K. Chandrasakhar, J. Xu, S. Bonafede ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis
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2003 journal article

Improved delay prediction for on-chip buses

Proceedings of the 1999 Design Automation Conference, 497–501.

By: R. Pomerleau n, G. Bilbro n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: A simple procedure to predict wiring delay in bi-directional buses and a way of properly sizing the driver for each of its ports and a simple calibration procedure to improve its delay prediction over the Elmore delay of the RC tree are introduced. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2003 conference paper

Infrastructure and course progression for complex IC design education

Proceedings of the 1999 IEEE International Conference on Microelectronic Systems Education (MSE'99) `Systems Education in the 21st Century' (Cat.No.99-63794), 88–89.

By: P. Franzon n, W. Lui n, C. Gloster n, T. Schaffer n, A. Glaser n & A. Stanaski n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: The ability to cope with design complexity is an important skill for computer engineers, especially potential system on a chip design engineers, and teaching complexity requires considerable investment in tool flows, design examples and tutorials. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2003 conference paper

Introducing the through-line deembedding procedure

1992 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest. Presented at the Albuquerque, NM, USA.

By: M. Steer n, S. Goldberg n, G. Rinne*, P. Franzon n, I. Turlik* & J. Kasten n

topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Measurements; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
TL;DR: The through-line (TL) method is introduced to replace the through-reflect- line (TRL) deembedding procedure and accounts for the frequency-dependent characteristic impedance of the line and avoids the periodic glitches inherent in the TRL procedure. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: April 21, 2019

2003 article

Molecular electronics: from devices and interconnect to circuits and architecture

Stan, M. R., Franzon, P. D., Goldstein, S. C., Lach, J. C., & Ziegler, M. M. (2003, October 31). Proceedings of the IEEE, Vol. 91, pp. 1940–1957.

author keywords: crossbar architectures; defect tolerance; molecular electronics; nanocircuits; nanodevices; nanoscience; nanotechnology; nanotubes
topics (OpenAlex): Nanowire Synthesis and Applications; Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
TL;DR: This work explores the design space available to the nanoelectronic circuit designer and system architect based on proposed nanoscale interconnect and device structures and presents issues related to circuits and architecture. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

2003 article

NanoCell Electronic Memories

Tour, J. M., Cheng, L., Nackashi, D. P., Yao, Y., Flatt, A. K., Angelo, S. K. S., … Franzon, P. D. (2003, October 1). Journal of the American Chemical Society, Vol. 125, pp. 13279–13283.

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques
TL;DR: The first assembly of a NanoCell with disordered arrays of molecules and Au islands is reported, demonstrating the efficacy of a disordered nanoscale array for high-yielding switching and memory while mitigating the arduous task of nanoscaling. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2003 conference paper

Novel Hardware Implementation for Fast Address Lookups

Proceedings of 2002 Workshop on High Performance Switching and Routing. Presented at the 2002 Workshop on High Performance Switching and Routing, Kobe, Japan.

By: P. Mehortra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Network Security and Intrusion Detection; Algorithms and Data Compression
TL;DR: The work presented describes a new fast and efficient algorithm for searching a large database where only a single off-chip DRAM access is required to determine the next hop address. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: June 9, 2019

2003 conference paper

The development of a macro-modeling tool to develop IBIS models

Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 177–280.

By: A. Varma n, A. Glaser n, S. Lipa n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Database Systems and Queries; Simulation Techniques and Applications; Business Process Modeling and Analysis
TL;DR: A tool to convert SPICE netlists to IBIS (Input/Output Buffer Information Specification) models is presented and produces both static and dynamic characteristics of the IBIS model. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

A Low-cost, High Performance Three-Dimensional Memory Module

Proceedings of the IEEE Memory Technology, Design and Testing Workshop. Presented at the San Jose, CA, USA.

By: A. Glaser n, M. Nakkar n, P. Franzon n, T. Conte, G. Rinne*, M. Roberson*, V. Rogers*, C. Williams*

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
TL;DR: This attach technology, perpendicular chip attach, is well-suited for applications such as memory modules, mixed-signal systems integration, and high-density microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). (via Semantic Scholar)
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2002 conference paper

A Signal Integrity Advisor for Automated Packaging Design

Proceedings of the 1993 IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the Monterey, CA, USA.

By: S. Simovich n, S. Mehrotra n, P. Franzon n, M. Steer n, Z. Rakib* & G. Simpson*

topics (OpenAlex): Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression
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Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Accurate experimental characterization of three-ports

Proceedings of the 1991 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest. Presented at the Boston, MA, USA.

By: S. Goldberg n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Microwave Engineering and Waveguides; Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit Design
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2002 conference paper

Automatic A-Priori Generation of Delay and Noise Macromodels and Wiring Rules for MCMs

Proceedings 1993 IEEE Multi-Chip Module Conference MCMC-93. Presented at the Santa Cruz, CA, USA.

By: P. Franzon n, S. Simovich n, S. Mehrotra n & M. Steer n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: An automated approach based on a-priori simulation-based characterization of the interconnect circuit configurations is presented and the improved flexibility and accuracy provided, when compared with the rule of thumb approach, are demonstrated. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Experimental Electrical Characterization of On-Chip Interconnects

Proceedings of the IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 57–59.

By: B. Biswas n, A. Glasser n, S. Lipa n, M. Steer n, P. Franzon n, D. Griffis n, P. Russell n

topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; 3D IC and TSV technologies
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Experimental characterization of interconnects and discontinuities in thin-film multichip module substrates

Proceedings of the 1993 IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Presented at the 1993 IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, Monterey, CA, USA.

By: M. Steer n, S. Lipa n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Copper Interconnects and Reliability; Semiconductor materials and devices; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2002 conference paper

Flip-chip Power Distribution

Proceedings of the IEEE 7th Topical Meeting on the Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 39–41.

By: S. Lipa n, J. Schaffer n, A. Glaser n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Hierarchical simulation of high speed digital interconnects using a packaging simulator

1994 Proceedings. 44th Electronic Components and Technology Conference. Presented at the 1994 Proceedings. 44th Electronic Components and Technology Conference.

By: M. Basel n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Microwave Engineering and Waveguides
TL;DR: A hierarchical strategy is presented which permits the tradeoff of modeling and simulation accuracy with simulation speed in the simulation of high speed signals on interconnects in multichip modules and printed circuit boards. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 24, 2019

2002 conference paper

High Speed Digital System Simulation using Frequency Dependent Transmission Line Network Modeling

Proceedings of the 1991 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest. Presented at the Boston, MA, USA.

By: M. Basel n, M. Steer n, P. Franzon n & D. Winkelstein*

topics (OpenAlex): Real-time simulation and control systems; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Electrostatic Discharge in Electronics
TL;DR: A robust and accurate method for the analysis of high-speed digital circuits with a lossy, frequency-dependent transmission line network with convolution and time-domain scattering parameters is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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2002 conference paper

High displacement piezoelectric actuators: characterization at high load with controlled end conditions

Proceedings of the 12th IEEE International Symposium on Applications of Ferroelectrics, 745–748.

By: J. Mulling n, T. Usher*, B. Desent n, J. Palmer n, P. Franzon n, E. Grant n, A. Kingon n

topics (OpenAlex): Aeroelasticity and Vibration Control; Piezoelectric Actuators and Control; Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies
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Added: June 9, 2019

2002 conference paper

Issues in Chip-Package Codesign with MCM-D/Flip-Chip Technology

Proceedings of the IEEE International Symposium on Chip-Package Codesign, 88–92.

By: J. Schaffer n, S. Lipa n, A. Glaser n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing
TL;DR: By distributing on-chip global power, ground, and clock planes on a thin film MCM, the IC can be made smaller, faster, and less noisy while consuming less power. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Issues in Partitioning Integrated Circuits for MCM-D/Flip-Chip Technology

Proceedings of the 1996 IEEE MultiChip Module Conference. Presented at the Santa Cruz, CA, USA.

By: S. Banerjia n, A. Glaser n, C. Harvatis n, S. Lipa n, R. Pomerleau n, T. Schaffer n, A. Stanaski n, Y. Tekmen n ...

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A discussion on issues of partitioning a high performance large monolithic chip onto MCM-D/flip-chip-solder-bump technology, using a CPU as an example, and speculates on some interesting possibilities arising from partitioning. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Leveraging high density packaging for high performance DSP systems

Proceedings of the IEEE Electrical Performance on Electronic Packaging, 25–28.

By: P. Mehrotra n, V. Rao n, T. Conte n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Advanced Data Storage Technologies
TL;DR: The physical and logical architecture of a high performance FFT system enabled by a combination of high density packaging and good memory management schemes, with an emphasis on signal integrity issues is described. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2002 conference paper

Macromodels for Generating Signal Integrity and Timing Management Advice for Package Design

Proceedings of the IEEE 1993 ECTC Conference, 523–529.

By: P. Franzon n, S. Simovich n, S. Mehrotra n & M. Steer n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Electronic Packaging and Soldering Technologies; Low-power high-performance VLSI design
TL;DR: The most important aspect of this solution, the internal 'macromodels' that accurately capture the relationships between electrical/timing design and the package physical design (or layout), are described. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 article

Nanocell logic gates for molecular computing

Tour, J. M., Zandt, W. L. V., Husband, C. P., Husband, S. M., Wilson, L. S., Franzon, P. D., & Nackashi, D. P. (2002, June 1). IEEE Transactions on Nanotechnology, Vol. 1, pp. 100–109.

By: J. Tour*, W. Zandt*, C. Husband*, S. Husband*, L. Wilson*, P. Franzon n, D. Nackashi n

author keywords: circuit simulation; genetic algorithms; logic circuit fault tolerance; logic devices; molecular electronics
topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Quantum-Dot Cellular Automata
TL;DR: Genetic algorithm-based simulations of molecular device structures in a nanocell where placement and connectivity of the internal molecular switches are not specifically directed and the internal topology is generally disordered show that it is possible to use easily fabricated nanocells as logic devices by setting theinternal molecular switch states after the topological molecular assembly is complete. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2002 conference paper

Network Processor Design for Optical Burst Switched Networks

Proceedings of the 14th Annual IEEE International ASIC/SOC Conference, 296–300.

By: P. Mehrotra n, I. Baldine*, D. Stevenson n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Optical Network Technologies; Optical Network Technologies; Advanced Photonic Communication Systems
TL;DR: Scalable hardware, architectures are required for optical burst switched networks where future fibers may be handling 4Tbps or more and issues investigated include centralized vs. distributed architectures, sealing issues related to performance, and the hardware impact of just-in- time (JIT) vs. just-enough-time (JET) signaling. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2002 journal article

Novel hardware architecture for fast address lookups

IEEE Communications Magazine, 40(11), 66–71.

By: P. Mehrotra n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Network Packet Processing and Optimization; Network Security and Intrusion Detection; Software-Defined Networks and 5G
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Added: March 9, 2019

2002 conference paper

Packaging Technology for AC Coupled Interconnection

IMAPS Flip-Chip Conference.

By: S. Mick, P. Franzon & A. Huffman

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2002 conference paper

Performance Evaluation of Micromechanical Binary Phase-Only Holographic Optical Elements

Proceedings of the IEEE Electronic Technology and Components Conference, 419–424.

By: D. Winick n, B. Duewer n, S. Palchaudhury n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies; Photonic and Optical Devices; Mechanical and Optical Resonators
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Pin Assignment for High-Performance MCM Systems

Proceedings of the 1996 IEEE ISCAS Conference, 771–774.

By: C. Harvatis n, Y. Tekmen n, G. Bilbro n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Interconnection Networks and Systems
TL;DR: A very fast and efficient pin assignment strategy and algorithm for the early design phase of high-performance Multi-Chip-Modules (MCM) is proposed, which minimizes total wire length, white satisfying the timing constraints. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 conference paper

Scalable Molecular Circuit Architectures

2002 Engineering Foundation Conference on Molecular Computing. Presented at the Key West.

By: P. Franzon, C. Amsinck, D. Nackashi & N. DeSpagna

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2002 conference paper

Simulation vs. Calculation of Crosstalk

Proceedings of the IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 131–134.

By: K. McClellan*, T. Wailes & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Copper Interconnects and Reliability; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2002 journal article

Single force measurements on 3D collagen matrix

Biophysical Journal, 82(1).

By: A. Meshel, D. Nackashi, P. Franzon & M. Sheetz

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

2002 conference paper

System Design Optimization for MCM

Proceedings of the 1995 IEEE MultiChip Module Conference. Presented at the Santa Cruz, CA, USA.

By: P. Franzon n, A. Stanaski n, Y. Tekmen n & S. Banerjia n

topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design
TL;DR: Examples are given showing for what conditions the cost of the system can be reduced through chip partitioning and how the performance/cost of a computer core can be increased by 81%. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2001 conference paper

Design of rotating MEMS tunable capacitors for use at RF and Microwave frequencies

Proceedings of the SPIE International Symposium on Microelectronics and MEMS. Presented at the Adelaide, Australia.

By: J. Wilson, R. Bashirullah, D. Nackashi, D. Winick, B. Duewer & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2001 conference paper

Improving Interconnect Characteristics of Thin Film MEMS Processes

Proceedings of the SPIE International Symposium on Microelectronics and MEMS. Presented at the Adelaide, Australia.

By: B. Duewer, D. Winick, A. Oberhofer, J. Muth & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2001 article

Load characterization of high displacement piezoelectric actuators with various end conditions

Mulling, J., Usher, T., Dessent, B., Palmer, J., Franzon, P., Grant, E., & Kingon, A. (2001, October 1). Sensors and Actuators A Physical, Vol. 94, pp. 19–24.

By: J. Mulling n, T. Usher n, B. Dessent n, J. Palmer n, P. Franzon n, E. Grant n, A. Kingon n

author keywords: THUNDER transducers; piezoelectric; actuator; ferroelectric; PZT; unimorph
topics (OpenAlex): Aeroelasticity and Vibration Control; Piezoelectric Actuators and Control; Composite Structure Analysis and Optimization
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Added: August 6, 2018

2001 conference paper

Moletronics: A circuit design perspective

Proceedings of the SPIE 4236, Smart Electronics and MEMS II, 4236, 80–88.

By: D. Nackashi n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Molecular Junctions and Nanostructures; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications
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Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

2001 conference paper

Multi-gigahertz low-power low-skew rotary clock scheme

Proceedings International Conference On Solid State Circuits, 400–401, 470.

By: J. Wood, S. Lipa, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

2001 conference paper

Smart sensors to monitor warp tension and breaks on a loom

By: S. Gahide, G. Hodge, A. Seyam, W. Oxenham & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2001 conference paper

The Future of Molecular Electronics

Proceedings of the International Conference on Computer Aided Design of Integrated Circuits. Panel Session.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

2000 conference paper

Application of micromachines to textiles: Using smart sensors to monitor warp tension and breaks during formation of woven fabrics

Proceedings of the International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition, ASME, Orlando (FL), November 2000. New York: ASME.

By: S. Gahide, A. Seyam, G. Hodge, W. Oxenham & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2000 conference paper

Micromachines and textiles: Matching two industries

By: S. Gahide, G. Hodge, W. Oxenham, A. Seyam & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2000 journal article

Micromachines and textiles: Matching two industries

Textile Asia, 31, 58–66.

By: S. Gahide, A. Seyam, G. Hodge, W. Oxenham & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1999 conference paper

Accuracy Issues in Full-Chip Extraction

DAC 1999.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

1999 conference paper

Design Automation and Design Challenges for Package/Systems

Proceedings of the IEEE Asia Design Automation Conference, 372.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1999 conference paper

Dynamically Programmable Cache, Evaluation and Virtualization

Proceedings ACM/SIGDA FPGA 99, 246.

By: M. Nakkar n, D. Bentlage n, J. Harding n, D. Schwartz n, P. Franzon n & T. Conte n

topics (OpenAlex): Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Cloud Computing and Resource Management; Distributed and Parallel Computing Systems
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1999 article

High frequency loss and electromagnetic field distribution for striplines and microstrips [MCM packages]

Lo, H. L., Kauffman, J. F., & Franzon, P. D. (1999, January 1). IEEE Transactions on Advanced Packaging, Vol. 22, pp. 16–25.

By: H. Lo, J. Kauffman n & P. Franzon n

author keywords: finite element method; measured equation of invariance; microstrip; multichip module; package design; propagation mode; triplate strip
topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Electromagnetic Simulation and Numerical Methods; Electromagnetic Scattering and Analysis
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Added: August 6, 2018

1999 conference paper

MEMS-based switches for Digital and RF Switching

Proceedings Advanced Research in VLSI, 369–377.

By: B. Duewer, J. Wilson, D. Winick & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1999 conference paper

Methodology for Design of Electrostatic MEMS Devices Using the SUMMiT Process

Proceedings of the 45th International Instrumentation Symposium, 511–520.

By: B. Duewer, D. Winick, J. Wilson, J. Palmer & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1999 conference paper

Programmable MEMS Capacitor Arrays

Proceedings SPIE International Symposium on Microelectronics and Micromechanical Systems.

By: P. Franzon, B. Duewer, J. Wilson & D. Winick

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

1999 conference paper

Three Dimensional MCM Package Assembly and Analysis

Proceedings of the IEEE/IMAPS Conference on High Density Packaging and MCMS, 188–192.

By: M. Nakkar, A. Glaser, P. Franzon, K. Williams, M. Roberson & G. Rinne

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1998 article

A review of 3-D packaging technology

Al-Sarawi, S. F., Abbott, D., & Franzon, P. D. (1998, January 1). IEEE Transactions on Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology Part B, Vol. 21, pp. 2–14.

By: S. Al-Sarawi*, D. Abbott* & P. Franzon n

author keywords: bare dice stacking; MCM stacking; 3-D MCM technology; 3-D packaging; vertical interconnection
topics (OpenAlex): 3D IC and TSV technologies; Interconnection Networks and Systems; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: This paper reviews the state-of-the-art in three-dimensional (3-D) packaging technology for very large scale integration (VLSI) and investigates vertical interconnect techniques. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: August 6, 2018

1998 conference paper

Accurate Lumped-Parameter modeling for dynamic simulation of electrostatic MEMS Actuators

Proceedings International Workshop on Modeling of MEMS Systems.

By: S. Chaudhury & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1998 conference paper

Dynamically Programmable Cache

Proceedings of the SPIE Conference on Reconfigurable Computing, 218–226.

By: M. Nakkar, D. Bentlage, J. Harding, D. Schwartz, P. Franzon & T. Conte

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

1998 conference paper

MEMS-based diffractive optical beam steering system

Proceedings SPIE 3276, Miniaturized Systems with Micro-Optics and Micromechanics III, 3276, 81–87.

By: D. Winick n, B. Duewer n, S. Chaudry n, J. Wilson n, J. Ticker n, U. Eksi n, P. Franzon n

author keywords: optical beam steering; programmable diffractive optics; MEMS; micro-mirrors; phase modulators
topics (OpenAlex): Advanced MEMS and NEMS Technologies; Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Photonic and Optical Devices
TL;DR: This paper presents some results from phase-1 research into developing a beam steerer based on micro-mechanical diffractive elements that are electrostatically controlled to allow dynamic programming of a 2D phase function. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1998 conference paper

Power Reduction by low activity datapath design and SRAM energy models

Proceedings Workshop on Low Power Techniques, ISCA98.

By: M. Azam, R. Evans & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 17, 2019

1998 conference paper

The NCSU Design Kit for IC Fabrication Through MOSIS

Proceedings 1998 International Cadence User Group Conference, 71–80.

By: T. Schaffer, A. Stanaski, A. Glaser & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1997 conference paper

An accurate, computationally efficient crosstalk model for routing high-speed MCMs

Proceedings ASIC Conference and Exhibit, 110–114.

By: K. McClellan, T. Wailes & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1997 article

Clocking Optimization and Distribution in Digital Systems with Scheduled Skews

Hsieh, H.-Y., Liu, W., Franzon, P., & Cavin, R., III. (1997, June 1). The Journal of VLSI Signal Processing Systems for Signal Image and Video Technology, Vol. 16, pp. 131–147.

By: H. Hsieh n, W. Liu n, P. Franzon n & R. Cavin*

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques; Embedded Systems Design Techniques
TL;DR: A theoretical framework is first presented for solving the problem of optimally scheduling skews and a novel self-calibrating clock distribution scheme is then developed which can automatically track variations and minimize unintentional skews. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

1997 journal article

Clocking Optimization and Distribution of Digital Systems with Scheduled Skews

International Journal of VLSI Signal Processing, 16, 19–36.

By: H. Hseih, W. Liu, P. Franzon & R. Cavin

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

1997 conference paper

Low Power Data Processing by Elimination of Redundant Computations

Proceedings 1997 International Symposium on Low Power Electronics and Design, 259–264.

By: M. Azam, P. Franzon & T. Conte

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1997 conference paper

MCM Implementation of a Data Encryption Standard (DES) Processor

Proceedings of the 1997 IEEE MCM Conference, 13–17.

By: T. Schaeffer, A. Glaser, S. Lipa & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1997 conference paper

MIDAS Flip-Chip Service

Proceedings of the 1997 IEEE MCM Conference, 133–135.

By: W. Hansford, J. Peltier, P. Franzon, S. Lipa & J. Schaeffer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1997 conference paper

Thermal/mechanical analysis and design of three dimensional high density MCM package

Proceedings of the Next Generation Package Design Workshop.

By: M. Nakkar, P. Franzon, A. Glaser, V. Rogers, K. Willimas & G. Rinne

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1996 conference paper

Computer Design Strategy for MCM-D/Flip-Chip Technology

Proceedings of the 1996 Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 6–8.

By: P. Franzon, T. Conte, S. Banerjia, A. Glaser, S. Lipa, T. Schaffer, A. Stanaski, Y. Tekmen

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1996 conference paper

Computer Design Strategy for MCM-D/Flip-Chip Technology

Proceedings of the 1996 ASIC Conference, 35–39.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1996 journal article

Experimental Characterization of Transmission Lines in Thin-Film Multichip Modules

IEEE Trans. on Components Hybrids and Manufacturing Technology Part A, 19(1), 74–82.

By: S. Lipa, M. Steer, A. Cangellaris & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

1996 book

High Performance Design Automation for Multi-Chip Modules and Packages

World Scientific.

By: J. Cho & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1996 conference paper

High Speed Bus Design Using HSPICE Optimization Techniques Based on Worst Case Design Approach

Proceedings of the 1996 Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging, 93–96.

By: R. Lakhani, C. Deutschle & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1996 chapter

Multichip Module Technology

In J. Whitaker (Ed.), The Electronic Handbook. CRC Press.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): J. Whitaker

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1996 conference paper

System Design Optimization With Multichip Module Technology

Proceedings 1996 Conference of the Brazilian Microelectronics Society. Presented at the 1996 Conference of the Brazilian Microelectronics Society.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1995 conference paper

A Micro-machined Approach to Optical Interconnect

Proceedings 1995 Electronic Components and Technology Conference, 620–627.

By: Winick, M. Teague & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1995 journal article

Energy consumption modeling and optimization for SRAM's

IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, 30(5), 571–579.

By: R. Evans* & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: This paper presents and compares five approaches for modeling the energy consumption of CMOS circuits and shows that global, rather than local improvements, produce the largest energy savings. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 9, 2019

1995 conference paper

Measurement of on-IC Capacitance Structures

Proceedings of the 1995 IEEE Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging.

By: A. Glaser, M. Steer & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1995 conference paper

Optimal System Design with MultiChip Module Technology

Proceedings of Microeletronics'95.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1995 chapter

Performance Driven Global Routing and Wiring Rule Generation for High Speed PCBs and MCMs

In M. Pecht (Ed.), Advanced Routing of Electronic Modules. Kluwer.

By: S. Mehrotra & P. Franzon

Ed(s): M. Pecht

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1995 conference paper

Performance Driven Global Routing and Wiring Rule Generation for High Speed PCBs and MCMs

Proceedings 1995 Design Automation Conference, 36–40.

By: S. Mehrotra, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1995 journal article

Simulation of high speed interconnects using a convolution-based hierarchical packaging simulator

IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging, and Manufacturing Technology: Part B, 18(1), 74–82.

By: M. Basel n, M. Steer n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A new impulse response/convolution technique is developed to efficiently handle large distributed interconnect networks and provides a smooth transition from delay modeling of interconnects to full distributed circuit simulation. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

1995 journal article

System design optimization for MCM-D/flip-chip

IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging, and Manufacturing Technology: Part B, 18(4), 620–627.

By: P. Franzon n, A. Stanaski n, Y. Tekmen n & S. Banerjia n

author keywords: MULTICHIP MODULE; DESIGN OPTIMIZATION; PACKAGE DESIGN; IC DESIGN; IC YIELD; COST; MICROPROCESSOR; MCM-D; FLIP-CHIP
topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design; Parallel Computing and Optimization Techniques
TL;DR: Examples are given showing for what conditions the cost of the system can be reduced through chip partitioning and how the performance/cost of a computer core can be increased. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 9, 2019

1994 conference paper

Applications of MEMS to Reconfigurable Free Space Optical Interconnect

Proceedings NSF Optical Packaging Workshop. Presented at the NSF Optical Packaging Workshop, Breckenridge, CO.

By: D. Winick, M. Teague & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1994 conference paper

Control of Crosstalk Noise

Proceedings of the 1994 ECTC Conference.

By: M. Sengupta, S. Lipa, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1994 journal article

Delay and reflection noise macromodeling for signal integrity management of PCBs and MCMs

IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging, and Manufacturing Technology: Part B, 17(1), 15–21.

By: S. Simovich, S. Mehrotra n, P. Franzon* & M. Steer n

topics (OpenAlex): Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Electromagnetic Scattering and Analysis
TL;DR: An automated approach based on a-priori simulation-based characterization of the interconnect circuit configurations is presented and the improved flexibility and accuracy provided, when compared with traditional approaches, are demonstrated via an MCM interconnect example. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1994 journal article

Energy control and accurate delay estimation in the design of CMOS buffers

IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, 29(9), 1150–1153.

By: S. Ma & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques
TL;DR: A computer aided method is presented to design CMOS multistage variable-taper buffers with optimum energy efficiencies while satisfying speed requirements, and a technique for obtaining accurate empirical delay equations for buffers is presented. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 9, 2019

1994 journal article

SABSA: Switching-Activity Based State Assignment

International Journal of High Speed Electronics and Systems, 5(2), 203–212.

By: S. Washabaugh, P. Franzon & H. Nagle

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

1994 conference paper

Skew and Delay Minimization of High Speed CMOS Circuits using Stochastic Optimization

Proceedings of the 1994 Custom Integrated Circuits Conference, 45–48.

By: S. Mehrotra, P. Franzon & W. Liu

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1994 conference paper

Stochastic OptimizationApproach to Transistor Sizing for CMOS Circuits

Proceedings of the 1994 IEEE Design Automation Conference, 36–40.

By: S. Mehrotra n, P. Franzon n & W. Liu n

topics (OpenAlex): Low-power high-performance VLSI design; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Advanced Multi-Objective Optimization Algorithms
TL;DR: A stochastic global optimization approach is presented for transistor sizing in CMOS VLSI circuits, which is a direct search strategy for the best design among feasible ones, with the designer determining when the search is stopped. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1994 journal article

The Case for MCMs

Semiconductor International, 85–86.

By: D. Doane & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1993 journal article

A layout-driven yield predictor and fault generator for VLSI

IEEE Transactions on Semiconductor Manufacturing, 6(1), 77–82.

By: A. Dalal n, P. Franzon n & M. Lorenzetti*

topics (OpenAlex): VLSI and Analog Circuit Testing; VLSI and FPGA Design Techniques; Integrated Circuits and Semiconductor Failure Analysis
TL;DR: The authors present an efficient approach to probability-graded fault list generation, and critical area calculation for IC yield production, which is built on top of existing design rule checking routines. (via Semantic Scholar)
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Added: March 9, 2019

1993 conference paper

A simple method for noise tolerance characterization of digital circuits

Proceedings 1993 Great Lakes VLSI Conference.

By: S. Simovich & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1993 journal article

An MCM Design Process with Application to a Laptop Computer Design

IEEE Computer Magazine, 26(4), 41–49.

By: P. Franzon & R. Evans

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1993 conference paper

Behavioral modeling of processors from instruction set specifications

In Open Verilog International 1993 Conference.

Paul Franzon

Ed(s): T. Cook, E. Harcourt, T. Miller & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1993 journal article

Comparison of methods for determining the capacitance of planar transmission lines with application to multichip module characterization

IEEE Trans. on Components Hybrids and Manufacturing Technology/Advanced Packaging.

By: S. Lipa, M. Steer, A. Morris & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

1993 conference paper

Design advice systems for concurrent engineering: A constraint-based approach

Bowen, J., Bahler, D., & Franzon, P. (1993, January). Presented at the NSF Grantees Conference, Charlotte, NC.

By: J. Bowen, D. Bahler & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1993 conference paper

LISAS: A Language for Instruction Set Architecture Specification

Proceedings 1993 ICCD Conference, 552–557.

By: T. Cook, P. Franzon & T. Miller

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1993 journal article

Method for automated waveform analysis of transient in digital circuits

Electronics Letters, 29(8), 681–693.

By: S. Simovich, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1993 book

Multichip Modules: Basics and Alternatives

Van Nostrand Rheinhold.

By: D. Doane & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1993 chapter

Tools and Techniques for the Design of High Speed Multichip Modules, Chapter 7

In J. Morris (Ed.), Electronics Packaging Forum (Vol. 3). IEEE Press.

By: P. Franzon & M. Steer

Ed(s): J. Morris

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1992 conference paper

An efficient table-driven decoder for one-half rate convolutional codes

ACM-SE 30 Proceedings of the 30th annual Southeast regional conference, 116–123.

By: A. Dholakia n, T. Lee n, D. Bitzer n, M. Vouk n, L. Wang n & P. Franzon n

topics (OpenAlex): Advanced Wireless Communication Techniques; Error Correcting Code Techniques; Coding theory and cryptography
TL;DR: This paper describes an efficient table-driven decoder for 1/2-rate nonsystematic convolutional codes and discusses various decoder implementation and performance issues. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: NC State University Libraries, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1992 journal article

Comment on an accurate measurement technique for line properties, junction effects and dielectric and magnetic parameters

IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory Tech.

By: M. Steer, S. Goldberg & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1992 conference paper

Cost/performance issues in multichip module packaging

Proceedings of the Japan International Conference on Microelectronics.

By: E. Vardaman, M. Hartnett, L. Ng & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1992 conference paper

Tools to aid in Wiring Rule Generation for High Speed Interconnects

Proceedings 1992 Design Automation Conference, 466–471.

By: P. Franzon, S. Simovich, M. Steer, M. Basel, S. Mehrotra & T. Mills

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1991 conference paper

Automating Design for Signal Integrity

Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Tucson, Arizona.

By: P. Franzon, S. Mehrotra, S. Simovich & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1991 conference paper

Experimental electrical characterization of high speed interconnects

Proceedings of the 41st Electronic Components and Technology Conference.

By: S. Goldberg, M. Steer & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1991 journal article

Experimental electrical characterization of interconnects and discontinuities in high-speed digital systems

IEEE Transactions on Components, Hybrids, and Manufacturing Technology, 14(4), 761–765.

By: S. Goldberg n, M. Steer n, P. Franzon n & J. Kasten n

topics (OpenAlex): Microwave and Dielectric Measurement Techniques; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Noise Suppression; Electromagnetic Compatibility and Measurements
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1991 conference paper

Interconnect Modeling and Simulation for High Speed MCM

Proceedings Multichip Module Workshop, 122–129.

By: P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1991 conference paper

Microwave characterization of thin-film multi-chip module substrates and printed wiring boards accounting for frequency-dependent characteristic impedance

Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electronic Packaging. Tucson, Arizona.

By: M. Steer & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1991 conference paper

The NCSU Design Center

Proceedings of the 1991 Microsystems Educators Conference. Presented at the San Jose, CA.

By: D. Van den Bout, T. Nagle, T. Miller & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1991 conference paper

Tools and Techniques for the Design of High Speed Multichip Modules

Proceedings of the Third Annual Electronics Packaging Symposium. Presented at the Third Annual Electronics Packaging Symposium, Binghamton, NY.

By: P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1991 conference paper

Tools and techniques for the Design of High Speed Multichip Modules

Proceedings Japan IEMT.

By: P. Franzon, M. Steer & R. Gyurcsik

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1990 conference paper

Circuit Simulation with Distributed Elements

Proceedings of the Workshop on Circuit and Process Simulation. Presented at the Workshop on Circuit and Process Simulation, Microelectronics Center of North Carolina, Research Triangle Park.

By: M. Steer & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1990 conference paper

Defect tolerant implementations for feed-forward and recurrent neural networks

Proceedings of 1990 International Conference on Wafer-Scale Integration, 160–166.

By: P. Franzon, D. Van den Bout, J. Paulos, T. Miller, W. Snyder, T. Nagle, W. Liu

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1990 conference paper

McYield: A CAD Tool for Functional Yield Projections for VLSI

1990 International Workshop on Defect and Fault Tolerance in VLSI Systems.

By: M. Lorenzetti, A. Dalal & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1990 journal article

Scalable VLSI implementations for neural networks

Journal of VLSI Signal Processing Systems for Signal, Image and Video Technology, 1(4), 367–385.

By: D. van den Bout n, P. Franzon n, J. Paulos n, T. Miller n, W. Snyder n, T. Nagle n, W. Liu n

topics (OpenAlex): Neural Networks and Applications; Advanced Memory and Neural Computing; Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design
TL;DR: It is found that analog computation with digitally programmable weights works best for feed-forward networks, while stochastic processing takes advantage of the integrative nature of recurrent networks. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 24, 2019

1989 journal article

Achieving ULSI through defect tolerance

International Journal of Computer Aided VLSI Design, 1(1), 73–90.

By: P. Franzon & K. Eshraghian

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1989 chapter

Comparison of Reconfiguration Schemes for Defect Tolerant Mesh Arrays

In V. K. Jain (Ed.), Defect and Fault Tolerance in VLSI Systems (Vol. 2). Plenum.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): V. Jain

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1989 conference paper

Comparison of Reconfiguration Schemes for Defect Tolerant Mesh Arrays

Proceedings of the 1989 Workshop on Defect Tolerance. Presented at the Tampa, Florida.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1989 chapter

Fundamental interconnection issues

In Electronic Materials Handbook: Vol. 1: Packaging (pp. 1–11). ASM International.

By: M. Hatamian, L. Hornak, T. Little, S. Tewksbury & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 20, 2019

1989 journal article

Modeling interconnect yield in reconfigurable circuits

Electronics Letters, 25(18), 1225–1226.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1988 chapter

'Chip Frame’ scheme for reconfigurable mesh-connected arrays

In R. M. Lea (Ed.), Water Scale Integration II. North Holland.

By: P. Franzon & S. Tewksbury

Ed(s): R. Lea

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 11, 2019

1987 journal article

FIR digital filters for high sample rate applications

IEEE Communications Magazine, 25(7), 62–72.

By: S. Tewksbury*, M. Hatamian, P. Franzon*, L. Hornak, C. Siller & V. Lawrence

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies; Photonic and Optical Devices
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1987 chapter

Franzon: Yield Modeling for Fault Tolerant VLSI

In W. Moore, A. McCabe, & R. Urquhart (Eds.), Systolic Arrays. Adam Hilger.

By: P. Franzon

Ed(s): W. Moore, A. McCabe & R. Urquhart

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1987 journal article

Fundamental Interconnection Issues

AT&T Technical Journal, 66(4), 13–30.

By: M. Hatamian*, L. Hornak, T. Little, S. Tewksbury & P. Franzon*

topics (OpenAlex): Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices; 3D IC and TSV technologies; Semiconductor materials and devices
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: March 9, 2019

1987 conference paper

`Chip Frame' scheme for reconfigurable mesh-connected arrays

Proceedings of the 1987 International workshop on Wafer Scale Integration. Uxbridge, England.

By: P. Franzon & S. Tewksbury

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1986 conference paper

Interconnect Strategies for Fault Tolerant 2D VLSI Arrays

Proceedings of the International Conference on Computer Design, 230–234.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1986 conference paper

Through-Wafer Optical Interconnects for Multi-Wafer Wafer-Scale Integrated architectures

Proceedings of SPIE 86. Presented at the SPIE 86, San Diego, California.

By: L. Hornak, S. Tewksbury, M. Hatamian, A. Ligtenberg, B. Sugla & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

1986 conference paper

Yield Modeling for Fault Tolerant VLSI

Proceedings of the International Workshop on Systolic Arrays. England: University of Oxford.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

1985 conference paper

The Transform and Filter Brick: A new architecture for signal processing

Proceedings of the VLSI 85. Presented at the VLSI 85, Tokyo, Japan.

By: K. Eshraghian, R. Bryant, A. Dickinson, D. Fensom, P. Franzon, M. Pope, J. Rockliff, G. Zyner

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: June 9, 2019

conference paper

A Robust calibration and supervised machine learning reliability framework for digitally-assisted self-healing RFICS

Wyers, E. J., Qi, W. Y., & Franzon, P. D. 2017 ieee 60th international midwest symposium on circuits and systems (mwscas), 1138–1141.

By: E. Wyers, W. Qi & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

patent

Buried solder bumps for AC-coupled microelectronic interconnects

Franzon, P. D., Mick, S. E., & Wilson, J. M. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

By: P. Franzon, S. Mick & J. Wilson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

CAD Tools for the Automated Design of High Speed Multichip Modules

Franzon, P. Proceedings of the 1990 International Packaging Symposium.

By: P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

conference paper

CAD tools for Managing Signal Integrity and Congestion Simultaneously

Mehrotra, S., Franzon, P., Bilbro, G., & Steer, M. Proceedings of the 1994 Topical Meeting on Electrical Performance of Electrical Packaging, 30–32.

By: S. Mehrotra, P. Franzon, G. Bilbro & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 21, 2019

conference paper

Comparative analysis of two 3D integration implementations of a SAR processor

Thorolfsson, T., Melamed, S., Charles, G., & Franzon, P. D. 2009 IEEE International Conference on 3d Systems Integration, 25–28.

By: T. Thorolfsson, S. Melamed, G. Charles & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Design and ASIC acceleration of cortical algorithm for text recognition

Dey, S., & Franzon, P. D. 2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC), 114–119.

By: S. Dey & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Design and ASIC acceleration of cortical algorithm for text recognition

Dey, S., & Franzon, P. D. 2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC), 114–119.

By: S. Dey & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Hardware implementation of hierarchical temporal memory algorithm

Li, W. F., & Franzon, P. 2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC), 133–138.

By: W. Li & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Hardware implementation of hierarchical temporal memory algorithm

Li, W. F., & Franzon, P. 2016 29th IEEE International System-on-Chip Conference (SOCC), 133–138.

By: W. Li & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

patent

Inductively coupled electrical connectors

Franzon, P. D., Mick, S. E., & Wilson, J. M. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

By: P. Franzon, S. Mick & J. Wilson

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Machine learning in physical design

Li, B. W., & Franzon, P. D. Ieee conference on electrical performance of electronic packaging and, 147–149.

By: B. Li & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

patent

Methods and systems for fast binary network address lookups using parent node information stored in routing table entries

Mehrotra, P., & Franzon, P. D. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

By: P. Mehrotra & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

patent

Methods and systems for fast packet forwarding

Mehrotra, P., & Franzon, P. D. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

By: P. Mehrotra & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Processor-in-memory support for artificial neural networks

Schabel, J., Baker, L., Dey, S., Li, W. F., & Franzon, P. D. 2016 IEEE International Conference on Rebooting Computing (icrc).

By: J. Schabel, L. Baker, S. Dey, W. Li & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

RDL and interposer design for DiRAM4 interfaces

Nigussie, T., & Franzon, P. D. Ieee conference on electrical performance of electronic packaging and, 17–19.

By: T. Nigussie & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

journal article

RF-only logic: An area efficient logic family for RF-power harvesting applications

Zhao, W. X., Gadfort, P., Bhanushali, K., & Franzon, P. D. IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems. I, Regular Papers, 65(1), 406–418.

By: W. Zhao, P. Gadfort, K. Bhanushali & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Self-calibrating clock distribution with scheduled skews

Hsieh, H.-Y., Lui, W., Clements, M., & Franzon, P. Proceedings of ISCAS'98, 2 , 470–473.

By: H. Hsieh, W. Lui, M. Clements & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: April 18, 2019

journal article

Storage class memory

Burr, G. W., & Franzon, P. Emerging Nanoelectronic Devices, 498–510.

By: G. Burr & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

journal article

Surrogate-model-based analysis of analog circuits-part I: Variability analysis

Yelten, M. B., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. IEEE Transactions on Device and Materials Reliability, 11(3), 466–473.

By: M. Yelten, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

journal article

Surrogate-model-based analysis of analog circuits-part II: Reliability analysis

Yelten, M. B., Franzon, P. D., & Steer, M. B. IEEE Transactions on Device and Materials Reliability, 11(3), 458–465.

By: M. Yelten, P. Franzon & M. Steer

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Technology impact analysis for 3D TCAM

Oh, E. C., & Franzon, P. D. 2009 IEEE International Conference on 3d Systems Integration, 206–210.

By: E. Oh & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

conference paper

Through silicon Via(TSV) defect/pinhole self test circuit for 3D-IC

Tsai, M. L., Klooz, A., Leonard, A., Appel, J., & Franzon, P. 2009 IEEE International Conference on 3d Systems Integration, 170–177.

By: M. Tsai, A. Klooz, A. Leonard, J. Appel & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

book

Verilog styles for synthesis of digital systems

Smith, D. R., & Franzon, P. D. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

By: D. Smith & P. Franzon

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

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