18528501. INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
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MOONGYUNG Kim of SUWON-SI (KR)
DONGHYEON Ham of SUWON-SI (KR)
INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18528501 titled 'INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
The abstract describes an integrated circuit that includes combinational logic circuits, a scan chain circuit, and control circuitry. The scan chain circuit stores output values of the combinational logic circuits in synchronization with two clock signals and provides these values sequentially. The control circuitry receives these output values as input values and provides them to the scan chain circuit. The sequential logic circuits in the scan chain circuit store input values at a specific time point, which are the same as the output values.
- The integrated circuit includes combinational logic circuits, a scan chain circuit, and control circuitry.
- The scan chain circuit stores and provides output values of the combinational logic circuits in synchronization with two clock signals.
- The control circuitry receives these output values as input values and provides them to the scan chain circuit.
- The sequential logic circuits in the scan chain circuit store input values at a specific time point, which are the same as the output values.
- The circuit is designed to efficiently store and transfer data within the integrated circuit.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in various digital systems requiring efficient data storage and transfer. - It can be applied in microprocessors, digital signal processors, and other complex digital systems.
Problems Solved: - Provides a solution for storing and transferring data within an integrated circuit efficiently. - Ensures synchronization of data with clock signals for accurate processing.
Benefits: - Improved performance and efficiency in data storage and transfer within integrated circuits. - Enhanced reliability and accuracy in digital systems.
Commercial Applications: Title: Efficient Data Storage and Transfer Technology for Integrated Circuits This technology can be commercialized in the semiconductor industry for the development of advanced digital systems. It has potential applications in consumer electronics, telecommunications, and automotive industries.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this technology improve data processing efficiency within integrated circuits? 2. What are the key advantages of using sequential logic circuits in the scan chain circuit for data storage and transfer?
Original Abstract Submitted
An integrated circuit includes a plurality of combinational logic circuits, a scan chain circuit including a plurality of sequential logic circuits configured to store output values of the plurality of combinational logic circuits in synchronization with a first clock signal and sequentially provide first output values stored at a first time point in synchronization with a second clock signal, and control circuitry configured to receive the first output values as input values and sequentially provide the input values to the scan chain circuit. The plurality of sequential logic circuits are configured to store first input values at a second time point passed occurring when a first cycle of the second clock signal passes. The first input values are the same as the first output values.