8. Practical Implementation of Low Power Designs with Advanced Technologies
Low-power design principles are crucial in the implementation of circuits using CMOS and FinFET technologies, highlighting the translation of theoretical strategies into practical applications. The chapter delineates the complete RTL-to-GDSII flow, emphasizing the implementation techniques necessary for minimizing power usage across different design stages. It stresses the importance of early design decisions and the continuous validation of power savings in achieving effective low-power solutions.
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What we have learnt
- The RTL-to-GDSII flow is critical for implementing low-power designs effectively.
- Utilizing multi-threshold logic and power gating from the start leads to significant power reductions.
- Testing and validation are essential to ensure the reliability and efficiency of low-power integrated circuits.
Key Concepts
- -- RTLtoGDSII Flow
- The design flow from Register Transfer Level to GDSII, incorporating steps that emphasize power-aware practices.
- -- Power Gating
- A technique that involves disconnecting power from portions of a circuit to reduce power consumption during idle states.
- -- Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS)
- A method used to adjust the voltage and frequency according to the workload, optimizing power consumption.
- -- FinFET Technology
- A type of transistor that enables low-power operation with improved performance due to its 3D structure.
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