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204 articles for “comparator circuit”
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Schmitt-Trigger Based 12T SRAM Cell with Enhanced Stability
Abstract: In this work, we present a single-ended Schmitt-trigger (ST) based 12T static random access memory (SRAM) cell. The proposed cell employs cross-point data aware write structure, and thus supports bit interleaving architecture to mitigate soft errors. The proposed cell does not suffer from read disturbance as bit line is completely isolated from bit storage node. Simulation is done on 180 nm CMOS technology on Cadence. Read static noise margin (RSNM) …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Implementation and Analysis of Full Adder using low Power Adiabatic Techniques
Abstract: AbstractIn this study, authors have discussed, designed and compared the low power adiabatic logic energy efficient recovery logic (ECRL) and positive feedback of adiabatic logic (PFAL) with conventional Complementary Mosfet (CMOS) logic. A one-bit full adder using these design techniques are implemented and results are compared like power, delay, transistor count and power delay product. Tanner tool v13 is used for designing of schematic and simulation. From the result, it …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Advances and Challenges in the Development of High-performance Silicon Carbide (SiC) Power Devices
Abstract: Due to its distinct features, silicon carbide (SiC), a wide-bandgap semiconductor material, has attracted a lot of attention lately. SiC has superior electrical characteristics compared to silicon, making it an attractive material for high-performance power electronic devices. SiC-based devices can operate at higher temperatures, higher voltages, and higher switching frequencies, which can result in increased power density and efficiency. Recent advances in SiC device technology have led to the development …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Optimizing Routing and Placement of VLSI Circuits with Differential Algorithms and Neural Networks
Abstract: The performance of modern VLSI systems is heavily influenced by power constraints, necessitating precise power estimation and effective optimization techniques. Traditional methods, such as gate-level simulations, are often slow and computationally intensive. This paper introduces DRPENN (Differential Algorithm for Routing and Placement Optimization using Neural Networks), an innovative solution that combines a Switching Activity Estimator (SAE) with a neural network-assisted differential algorithm. By leveraging toggle rates from simulations to train …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–20 Read article
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Deep Learning-Based Thermal Prediction Models for Solid-State Electronic Devices
Abstract: The rapid advancement of solid-state electronic devices in high-performance computing, communication systems, automotive electronics, and renewable energy applications has significantly increased concerns related to thermal management and device reliability. Excessive heat generation in semiconductor devices adversely affects operational efficiency, switching performance, lifespan, and overall system stability. Traditional thermal prediction methods often require complex numerical computations and extensive simulation time, making them less suitable for real-time monitoring and adaptive control applications. …
Published in International Journal of Solid State Innovations & Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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The Frequency Characteristics of Transformer Windings Considering the Separation-Dependence of the Inter-Turn Mutual Parameters
Abstract: The paper presents a direct method for the determination of the frequency characteristics of transformer windings. The dependence of both the inter-turn mutual inductances and capacitances on the separation between these winding turns is taken into consideration. From measured data available in the literature, a formula for this dependence is derived. The voltage and current distributions along the winding will be governed by two integro-differential equations in terms of the …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 72–81 Read article
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A Review on Solar Multilevel Inverter for the Production of Free Energy Due to the Structure with Long-life Feature
Abstract: Multilevel inverters play a major role in medium voltage, high power and renewable applications. It is also used in certain applications where high switching frequency, and high output voltage gain are required. The switching transient period of a MOSFET should be minimal because a high dv/dt rate could result in permanent damage to the MOSFET. The harmonics present could cause many problems and so it has to be minimized. The …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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IoT-Connected Transparent Conductive Polymer–Silver Nano-Wire Electrodes for Real-Time Performance Monitoring of Flexible Solar Panels
Abstract: Flexible photovoltaic technologies have emerged as promising energy harvesting solutions for wearable electronics, portable power systems, and Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled smart devices. However, the limited mechanical durability of conventional transparent conductive electrodes and the lack of integrated real-time monitoring restrict their long-term reliability. This study presents an IoT-connected transparent conductive polymer–silver nanowire (PEDOT:PSS–AgNW) hybrid electrode for flexible solar panels, combining high optoelectronic performance with continuous wireless performance monitoring. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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Modelling of Skin Effect in On-Chip VLSI RLC Global Interconnect
Abstract: This paper addresses one of the aspects of the high frequency effects, namely the skin effect. The basicproblem with skin effect is that it attenuates the high frequency components of a signal more than that ofthe low frequency components. Due to the increase in operating frequency and die sizes, RC models arebecoming insufficient for analysis of global VLSI interconnects. Accurate noise modelling for RLC lines isthus critical for timing and …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2-3, 2011 · pp. 31–44 Read article
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Design And Optimization Of High-Speed Array Multiplier
Abstract: An array multiplier is a digital circuit used for the rapid multiplication of binary numbers. It employs an array of logic gates to generate partial products concurrently, significantly enhancing speed. The array structure divides the multiplication task into smaller, parallel processes, allowing for efficient parallel processing of multiple bits. Each cell within the array manages specific bit-level multiplications, and their results are summed to produce the final product. This parallel …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 Read article
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Solar Charge Controllers and their Implementation
Abstract: AbstractSolar energy is the incident energy from the Sun. The main components of this energy are incident light energy and the heat contained in it. The extraction of solar energy may be active or passive. Due to abundance and availability, solar energy is the most attractive alternate in available renewable resources. In the 21st century solar energy is expected to become increasingly attractive as a renewable energy source because of …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Design of Energy Efficient Clock System
Abstract: Energy efficiency is a key metric for energy constrained Ultra Low Power (ULP) VLSI applications such as wireless sensor nodes, pace makers, hearing aids etc. These applications need clock system in their signal processing and communication sub-system. Moreover, clock system plays a vital role in governing the reliability, power consumption and performance of synchronous system. In today’s era of portable electronics, power consumption has emerged as a forefront design metrics. …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Nobel Approach of Designing A 4 Bit Carry Skip Adder Using Reversible Logic
Abstract: This paper presents a method to designing Various Adder Circuits using CMOS Logic Style for Energy-Efficient Arithmetic Applications. We present Ripple Carry Adder, Carry Bypass Adder, Carry Look Ahead Adder and Carry Skip Adder in CMOS logic styles that lead to have reduced power-delay product (PDP). We executes a comparison against each other adders which finally provide result as having a low PDP, with reference to power consumption, speed and …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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Effect study of Cu2O in Perovskite (CH3NH3PbX3, X: I, Br, Cl) Solar Cell as Hole Transport Layer
Abstract: AbstractThe detailed modeling and mathematical simulation on perovskite solar cells have been performed with three various perovskite materials, such as “methyl ammonium lead trial halide (MAPbX3, MA= CH3NH3, X: I, Br, Cl)” with aid of solar cell capacitance simulator software (SCAPS) tools. The electrical possessions of MAPbX3 material performed as “active layer” and measured different parameters such as “open-circuit voltage (Voc), fill factor (FF), power conversion efficiency (PCE), and short-circuit …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Ternary Gates Using Fin-FET
Abstract: In recent years, digital communication system has becomes more popular. But the on-chip interconnections have become a major problem as more and more modules are packed into a chip by reducing the gate size. As the gate size is reduced further the complexities in the circuit increases. Binary logic circuit dissipates a lot of energy, increase processing time, and causes coupling effect. In the Ternary logic system, there are three …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 4–18 Read article
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Modelling and Electrical Characterization of Single Electron Transistor
Abstract: A nano-electronic device with low power consumption, high performance, and quantum effects is the single electron transistor (SET). It's used in charge sensor applications, infrared radiation detectors, and spectroscopy. However, it faces limitations in lithography, co-tunneling effect, low gain, high output impedance, and background charges. Therefore, prior simulation is needed to optimize SET's work function and understanding physics concepts. A master equation approach is used to propose a new model …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Circuit Topologies, Operation, Control Schemes and Modulation Techniques of Modular Multilevel Inverter
Abstract: The Modular Multilevel Converter (MMC) is one of the developing topology. MMC has several attractive features such as a modular structure, transformer-less operation, easily scalable in terms of voltage and current, low expense for redundancy and fault tolerant operation and excellent output waveforms quality. Due to these attractive features industry and researcher increased the interest in this converter. This interest results in the development of new power topologies, modulation strategies …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 28–40 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Z-Source Inverter Fed Brushless DC Motor Drive Supplied With Fuel Cell for Automotive Applications
Abstract: This paper presents design and simulation of Z-source inverter fed brushless DC motor drive supplied with fuel cell for automotive applications. The brushless DC (BLDC) motor are used due to many advantages such as high efficiency, high torque, high reliability, high-power density, lower maintenance compared to other motors in electric transport applications. The BLDC motor drive is with voltage source inverter (VSI) or current source inverter (CSI) because of low …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 60–71 Read article
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Analysis and Design of Decoder Using Different Adiabatic Technique
Abstract: AbstractThe CMOS logic circuit depends upon charging and discharging of the capacitive load. This is one of the major sources of power dissipation. Adiabatic circuits are used to minimize the power dissipation. These circuits are based on feeding the charge back to power supply instead of discharging it to ground. The paper presented here is based on adiabatic logic style, PFAL (Positive Feedback Adiabatic Logic) and DFAL (Diode Free Adiabatic …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Inverters using Double Gate MOSFET
Abstract: AbstractThe double gate MOSFET is a form of MOSFET where two gates are fabricated along the length of the channel, one after another. There are several applications of double gate MOSFETs. It is possible to design logic gates using double gate MOSFETs. It is one of the digital applications of it. This paper interprets the design and analysis of different types of inverters using DG-MOSFET. The advantages of using DG-MOSFET …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article