Practice - Clock Skew and Its Impact
Practice Questions
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Define clock skew in one sentence.
💡 Hint: Remember it's about timing difference.
What are setup violations?
💡 Hint: Think about when data isn't captured correctly.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does clock skew refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how timing varies.
True or False: Setup violations occur when the clock signal arrives too early.
💡 Hint: Revisit the definitions to clarify your understanding.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate a design where clock skew exceeds acceptable limits. Describe the design adjustments that need to be made to correct this issue.
💡 Hint: Consider aspects of the design that influence timing.
Imagine a VLSI chip that experiences both setup and hold violations due to poor clock skew management. Outline a strategy for redesigning the Clock Tree Synthesis to enhance performance.
💡 Hint: Focus on how restructuring the tree layout contributes to minimized delay.
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