1.6 - Challenges in CMOS Technology
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What are short-channel effects?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to control as sizes decrease.
What is dynamic power consumption?
💡 Hint: Consider power usage during transitions in logic states.
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What are short-channel effects?
💡 Hint: Think about the size of the transistor and its functionality.
True or False: Dynamic power consumption decreases as the complexity of the circuit increases.
💡 Hint: Consider switching activity in complex designs.
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Discuss the implications of short-channel effects on future semiconductor technology. What strategies can engineers adopt to tackle these issues?
💡 Hint: Think about both materials and manufacturing processes that could improve control.
Evaluate how increasing dynamic power consumption might affect the positioning of CMOS technology within the market. What could be potential solutions?
💡 Hint: How can design choices impact market competitiveness?
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