10.2.3.2. Reconfigurable Testing

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is reconfigurable testing?

   Hint

   Think about how testing can change in real-time.

2. 2.

   Give one example of reconfigurable hardware.

   Hint

   What kind of hardware can be programmed after manufacturing?

3. 3.

   What is the purpose of reconfigurable testing?

   • To reduce testing time
   • To allow adjustments to testability features
   • To improve circuit design

   Hint

   Focus on the aspect of operating adaptability.

4. 4.

   Adaptive scan chains can modify their length based on testing requirements. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how flexibility in testing impacts outcomes.

5. 5.

   Design a test strategy using reconfigurable testing for a new FPGA-based circuit intended for high-reliability applications.

   Hint

   Think about potential faults and how testing can dynamically adapt.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the cost-benefit of using adaptive scan chains in a production circuit versus traditional fixed scan chains.

   Hint

   Consider both short-term costs and long-term operational benefits.