Seminar 2024

Ron Duncan: Innovating the Future: Bridging Academia and the Semiconductor Industry

Abstract:

In an era where technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, the synergy between academia and industry becomes crucial for driving innovation and solving complex global challenges. Join us for an inspiring seminar with Ron Duncan, Head of Corporate Innovation Programs at Synopsys, to explore the transformative power of collaboration and innovation in the field of semiconductors and electronics design.

Drawing from a wealth of experience in semiconductors, TCAD, EDA and advanced chip design, Ron will share insights into how manufacturing advancements...

Michael Flynn: The Evolution, Tradeoffs and Future of Noise-Shaping SAR

Abstract:

The Noise-Shaping SAR is a relatively new ADC architecture that combines the advantages of SAR and delta-sigma. It is particularly energy-efficient compared to delta-sigma and better suited for higher resolution compared to SAR. While the first noise-shaping SAR ADCs were limited to moderate resolution and speed, recent developments have extended the SNR to audio performance levels using high-order noise shaping. On the other hand, interleaving of noise-shaping SAR has effectively addressed the speed bottleneck. Noise-shaping SARs are also useful in...

Neil Jarvis: RF and Microwave Instrument Fundamentals

Abstract: Learn the basic architecture and Applications of key Measurement Instruments
Signal Generators Spectrum Analyzers Network Analyzers Power Meters Oscilloscopes Power Supplies

Discuss current projects at BWRC and possible measurement applications and solutions.

YouTube tutorial on RF circuit testing and measurements

About the Speaker

Neil Jarvis is an Applications...

Ezekwe Chinwuba: The Evolution of Readout Architecture and Circuits of Bosch Consumer-Electronic Gyroscopes

Abstract:

MEMS-based Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) have found wide application in consumer-electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, remote controls, earbuds, and drones, for gesture recognition, context awareness, navigation, and optical image stabilization. Advances in miniaturization, accuracy, and power efficiency of MEMS gyroscopes, the dominant component of MEMS-based IMUs, have been instrumental in enabling the near ubiquity of these sensors. In this talk, I will highlight some of the challenges raised by the conflicting goals of miniaturization,...

Kyle Campiotti: Force Sensing in Consumer Electronics

Abstract: Force sensing can provide tactile information to enhance human-machine interactions in a number of applications. This talk will provide examples of force sensing techniques utilized in consumer electronics, practical challenges in implementing those techniques, and solutions to overcome technical barriers. I will show how first principles physics is utilized in solving sensing problems and applied to my work in industry. About the Speaker

Kyle Campiotti is a Senior Manager of Sensing Hardware Engineering at Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA. Kyle...

Didem Melek: Low Power and Highly BW Efficient D2D Link Design for Chiplets

Abstract: Advances in packaging technologies, combined with reduced bump pitches are rapidly enabling the disaggregation of large SoCs into chiplet based System in Package (SiP) solutions. Development and adoption of the UCIe standard has paved the way for power efficient, low latency, high bandwidth D2D link designs that are crucial to enable the disaggregation of high-performance systems. SerDes transceivers need to adopt advanced circuit techniques to meet the challenging performance targets of these D2D links. This talk will explore the architectural challenges of both...