1.1. Introduction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is CMOS?

   Hint

   Think about the components used in modern electronics.

2. 2.

   Why is power dissipation important?

   Hint

   Consider the longevity of battery-powered gadgets.

3. 3.

   What is a primary source of dynamic power in integrated circuits?

   • Heat loss
   • Switching activities
   • Leakage currents

   Hint

   Consider what happens when a circuit toggles.

4. 4.

   True or False: FinFETs are primarily beneficial for high-voltage applications.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the typical applications of FinFETs.

5. 5.

   Evaluate and compare the total power dissipation for a CMOS circuit operating at 1.2V with 5fF capacitance at 150 MHz and switching activity of 0.8, to a FinFET operating at 0.9V with 4fF capacitance at the same frequency and activity.

   Hint

   Use the formulas provided for dynamic and static power calculations.

6. 6.

   Discuss the implications of power dissipation on future device designs as we approach the limits of Moore's Law.

   Hint

   Consider the environmental and technological aspects of power consumption.