Restructurable VLSI program
Abstract
The main objective of the Lincoln Restructurable VLSI Program (RVLSI) is to develop methodologies and architectures for implementing whole-wafer-scale systems with complexities approaching a million gates. In our approach, we envisage a modular style of architecture comprising an array of cells embedded in a regular interconnection matrix. Ideally, the cells should consist of only a few basic types. The interconnection matrix is a fixed pattern of metal lines augmented by a complement of programmable switches or links. Conceptually, the links could be either volatile or nonvolatile. They could be of an electronic nature such as a transistor switch, or could be permanently programmed through some mechanism such as a laser. A present major thrust of the current RVLSI Program is toward laser-formed interconnect.
- Publication:
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Massachusetts Inst. of Tech. Report
- Pub Date:
- September 1981
- Bibcode:
- 1981mit..reptS....B
- Keywords:
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- Chips (Electronics);
- Design Analysis;
- Manufacturing;
- Very Large Scale Integration;
- Compilers;
- Computerized Simulation;
- Laser Applications;
- Wafers;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering