In this work,a novel one-time-programmable memory unit based on a Schottky-type p-GaN diode is proposed.During the programming process,the junction switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state throu...In this work,a novel one-time-programmable memory unit based on a Schottky-type p-GaN diode is proposed.During the programming process,the junction switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state through Schottky junction breakdown,and the state is permanently preserved.The memory unit features a current ratio of more than 10^(3),a read voltage window of 6 V,a programming time of less than 10^(−4)s,a stability of more than 108 read cycles,and a lifetime of far more than 10 years.Besides,the fabrication of the device is fully compatible with commercial Si-based GaN process platforms,which is of great significance for the realization of low-cost read-only memory in all-GaN integration.展开更多
A 32 kbit OTP(one-time programmable)memory for MCUs(micro-controller units)used in remote controllers was designed.This OTP memory is used for program and data storage.It is required to apply 5.5V to BL(bit-line)and 1...A 32 kbit OTP(one-time programmable)memory for MCUs(micro-controller units)used in remote controllers was designed.This OTP memory is used for program and data storage.It is required to apply 5.5V to BL(bit-line)and 11V to WL(word-line)for a OTP cell of 0.35μm ETOX(EEPROM tunnel oxide)type by MagnaChip.We use 5V transistors on column data paths to reduce the area of column data paths since they require small areas.In addition,we secure device reliability by using HV(high-voltage)transistors in the WL driver.Furthermore,we change from a static logic to a dynamic logic used for the WL driver in the core circuit.Also,we optimize the WD(write data)switch circuit.Thus,we can implement them with a small-area design.In addition,we implement the address predecoder with a small-area logic circuit.The area of the designed 32 kbit OTP with 5V and HV devices is 674.725μm×258.75μm(=0.1745mm2)and is 56.3% smaller than that using 3.3V devices.展开更多
In-system programmable devices are products that combined modern electronic techniques and semiconductor techniques.They are indispensable devices in designing modern circuits and systems.This paper presents two pract...In-system programmable devices are products that combined modern electronic techniques and semiconductor techniques.They are indispensable devices in designing modern circuits and systems.This paper presents two practical circuits designed with programmable devices and its design method.By introducing programmable devices into gas sensor circuits,we can further improve system reliability,stability,sensitivity and integration degree,and enhance flexibility of system design.展开更多
Traditional technologies for manufacturing microfluidic devices often involve the use of molds for polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)casting generated from photolithography techniques,which are time-consuming,costly,and diffi...Traditional technologies for manufacturing microfluidic devices often involve the use of molds for polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)casting generated from photolithography techniques,which are time-consuming,costly,and difficult to use in generating multilayered structure.As an alternative,3D printing allows rapid and cost-effective prototyping and customization of complex microfluidic structures.However,3Dprinted devices are typically opaque and are challenging to create small channels.Herein,we introduce a novel“programmable optical window bonding”3D printing method that incorporates the bonding of an optical window during the printing process,facilitating the fabrication of transparent microfluidic devices with high printing fidelity.Our approach allows direct and rapid manufacturing of complex microfluidic structure without the use of molds for PDMS casting.We successfully demonstrated the applications of this method by fabricating a variety of microfluidic devices,including perfusable chips for cell culture,droplet generators for spheroid formation,and high-resolution droplet microfluidic devices involving different channel width and height for rapid antibiotic susceptibility testing.Overall,our 3D printing method demonstrates a rapid and cost-effective approach for manufacturing microfluidic devices,particularly in the biomedical field,where rapid prototyping and high-quality optical analysis are crucial.展开更多
A one-time programmable metal-molecule-metal device, with a modified Rotaxane LB film as the functional layer, is proposed for potential use in organic programmable and fault tolerant circuits like inorganic anti-fuse...A one-time programmable metal-molecule-metal device, with a modified Rotaxane LB film as the functional layer, is proposed for potential use in organic programmable and fault tolerant circuits like inorganic anti-fuse devices used in field programmable gate arrays. All fabrication methods involved are low temperature processes, ensuring that this device can be integrated with other organic devices. Electrical measurements show that this device has a good one-time programming capability. Its break down voltage is 2.2V, off-state resistance is 15kΩ, and on-state resistance is 54Ω These characteristics come from the penetration of metal atoms into molecular film under high electronic field.展开更多
High performance computer is often required by model predictive control(MPC) systems due to the heavy online computation burden.To extend MPC to more application cases with low-cost computation facilities, the impleme...High performance computer is often required by model predictive control(MPC) systems due to the heavy online computation burden.To extend MPC to more application cases with low-cost computation facilities, the implementation of MPC controller on field programmable gate array(FPGA) system is studied.For the dynamic matrix control(DMC) algorithm,the main design idea and the implemental strategy of DMC controller are introduced based on a FPGA’s embedded system.The performance tests show that both the computation efficiency and the accuracy of the proposed controller can be satisfied due to the parallel computing capability of FPGA.展开更多
基金supported in part by the National Key Research and Development Program of China under Grant 2022YFB3604400in part by the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of Chinese Academy Sciences (CAS)+4 种基金in part by the CAS-Croucher Funding Scheme under Grant CAS22801in part by National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant 62334012, Grant 62074161, Grant 62004213, Grant U20A20208, and Grant 62304252in part by the Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission project under Grant Z201100008420009 and Grant Z211100007921018in part by the University of CASin part by the IMECAS-HKUST-Joint Laboratory of Microelectronics
文摘In this work,a novel one-time-programmable memory unit based on a Schottky-type p-GaN diode is proposed.During the programming process,the junction switches from a high-resistance state to a low-resistance state through Schottky junction breakdown,and the state is permanently preserved.The memory unit features a current ratio of more than 10^(3),a read voltage window of 6 V,a programming time of less than 10^(−4)s,a stability of more than 108 read cycles,and a lifetime of far more than 10 years.Besides,the fabrication of the device is fully compatible with commercial Si-based GaN process platforms,which is of great significance for the realization of low-cost read-only memory in all-GaN integration.
基金Project supported by the Second Stage of Brain Korea 21 Projects,Korea
文摘A 32 kbit OTP(one-time programmable)memory for MCUs(micro-controller units)used in remote controllers was designed.This OTP memory is used for program and data storage.It is required to apply 5.5V to BL(bit-line)and 11V to WL(word-line)for a OTP cell of 0.35μm ETOX(EEPROM tunnel oxide)type by MagnaChip.We use 5V transistors on column data paths to reduce the area of column data paths since they require small areas.In addition,we secure device reliability by using HV(high-voltage)transistors in the WL driver.Furthermore,we change from a static logic to a dynamic logic used for the WL driver in the core circuit.Also,we optimize the WD(write data)switch circuit.Thus,we can implement them with a small-area design.In addition,we implement the address predecoder with a small-area logic circuit.The area of the designed 32 kbit OTP with 5V and HV devices is 674.725μm×258.75μm(=0.1745mm2)and is 56.3% smaller than that using 3.3V devices.
文摘In-system programmable devices are products that combined modern electronic techniques and semiconductor techniques.They are indispensable devices in designing modern circuits and systems.This paper presents two practical circuits designed with programmable devices and its design method.By introducing programmable devices into gas sensor circuits,we can further improve system reliability,stability,sensitivity and integration degree,and enhance flexibility of system design.
文摘Traditional technologies for manufacturing microfluidic devices often involve the use of molds for polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)casting generated from photolithography techniques,which are time-consuming,costly,and difficult to use in generating multilayered structure.As an alternative,3D printing allows rapid and cost-effective prototyping and customization of complex microfluidic structures.However,3Dprinted devices are typically opaque and are challenging to create small channels.Herein,we introduce a novel“programmable optical window bonding”3D printing method that incorporates the bonding of an optical window during the printing process,facilitating the fabrication of transparent microfluidic devices with high printing fidelity.Our approach allows direct and rapid manufacturing of complex microfluidic structure without the use of molds for PDMS casting.We successfully demonstrated the applications of this method by fabricating a variety of microfluidic devices,including perfusable chips for cell culture,droplet generators for spheroid formation,and high-resolution droplet microfluidic devices involving different channel width and height for rapid antibiotic susceptibility testing.Overall,our 3D printing method demonstrates a rapid and cost-effective approach for manufacturing microfluidic devices,particularly in the biomedical field,where rapid prototyping and high-quality optical analysis are crucial.
文摘A one-time programmable metal-molecule-metal device, with a modified Rotaxane LB film as the functional layer, is proposed for potential use in organic programmable and fault tolerant circuits like inorganic anti-fuse devices used in field programmable gate arrays. All fabrication methods involved are low temperature processes, ensuring that this device can be integrated with other organic devices. Electrical measurements show that this device has a good one-time programming capability. Its break down voltage is 2.2V, off-state resistance is 15kΩ, and on-state resistance is 54Ω These characteristics come from the penetration of metal atoms into molecular film under high electronic field.
基金the National Science Foundation of China(Nos.60934007 and 61074060)the Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China(No.20090460627)+2 种基金the Postdoctoral Scientific Program of Shanghai (No.10R21414600)the Specialized Research Fund for the Doctoral Program of Higher Education (No.20070248004)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation Special Support(No.201003272)
文摘High performance computer is often required by model predictive control(MPC) systems due to the heavy online computation burden.To extend MPC to more application cases with low-cost computation facilities, the implementation of MPC controller on field programmable gate array(FPGA) system is studied.For the dynamic matrix control(DMC) algorithm,the main design idea and the implemental strategy of DMC controller are introduced based on a FPGA’s embedded system.The performance tests show that both the computation efficiency and the accuracy of the proposed controller can be satisfied due to the parallel computing capability of FPGA.
