Practice Reduced Testing Time And Cost (5.4.3) - Scan Chains and Serial Testing
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Reduced Testing Time and Cost

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary benefit of using scan chains in testing?

💡 Hint: Think about efficiency in manufacturing.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of using automated testing processes.

💡 Hint: Consider how automation impacts resource usage.

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Question 1

What is the effect of scan chains on testing time?

Increases testing time
Reduces testing time
Has no effect

💡 Hint: Consider the role of automation in testing.

Question 2

True or False: Scan chains only benefit high-volume manufacturing.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how they might assist even in lower production scenarios.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A manufacturer wants to implement scan chains to reduce time. Estimate how much their resource allocation might change and discuss the implications of that change in terms of budget and labor.

💡 Hint: Think about hourly labor costs and how fast tests can be performed.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the impact of not adopting scan chain technology in a digital circuit environment with increasing complexity and production requirements.

💡 Hint: Consider market demands and how quickly products need to be brought to market.

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