Practice Role of Scan Chains in Serial Testing - 5.3 | 5. Scan Chains and Serial Testing | Design for Testability
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Question 1

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What is a scan chain?

💡 Hint: Consider how testability relates to internal states.

Question 2

Easy

What purpose does serial testing serve?

💡 Hint: Think about how testing is structured over time.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of scan chains in serial testing?

  • To apply test vectors serially
  • To enhance design complexity
  • To observe analog states

💡 Hint: Consider their primary function in testing.

Question 2

True or False: Scan chains can help detect stuck-at faults.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the types of faults discussed.

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Question 1

Propose a design that integrates scan chains into a digital system while minimizing complexity. Discuss potential trade-offs.

💡 Hint: Consider how to simplify while ensuring accessibility.

Question 2

Evaluate a complex digital system’s ability to use scan chains effectively. Identify potential fault types that might elude detection.

💡 Hint: Think about the various complexities in multilevel systems.

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