6.1. Introduction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does power efficiency refer to?

   Hint

   Think about how energy is converted to useful work.

2. 2.

   What are logic gates?

   Hint

   Consider how decisions are made in electronic circuits.

3. 3.

   What is the main focus of this chapter?

   • To analyze semiconductor design
   • To explain power efficiency via case studies
   • To define logic gates

   Hint

   Look for the key terms in the introduction.

4. 4.

   True or False: Component selection can affect both energy consumption and device reliability.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what devices rely on efficient power usage.

5. 5.

   Design a low-power microcontroller for a wearable device. Discuss component choices and their expected impacts on power consumption.

   Hint

   Consider how each choice contributes to maintaining low power consumption.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of changing from standard CMOS technology to FinFET in a computing application. What benefits do you expect?

   Hint

   Don't forget to consider the impact on overall device heat and performance levels.