Practice Conclusion (5.6) - Scan Chains and Serial Testing - Design for Testability
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Question 1 Easy

What is a scan chain?

💡 Hint: Look for its relation to testing procedures.

Question 2 Easy

Name one benefit of using scan chains.

💡 Hint: Consider how they affect testing processes.

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Question 1

What do scan chains primarily provide in digital circuit testing?

Simplified design
Access to internal states
Increased cost
Analog testing

💡 Hint: Consider what access means in relation to testing and internal structure.

Question 2

Scan chains significantly improve fault coverage.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about what higher coverage indicates in a testing environment.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate how the implementation of scan chains could affect the production design cycle in modern electronics. What factors should engineers consider in this evaluation?

💡 Hint: Consider both the immediate gains and long-term implications on design processes.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose an alternative testing strategy that can complement scan chain usage in digital circuits. Justify your choice.

💡 Hint: Think about how self-testing can reduce reliance on external testing methods.

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