#ASIC Chip

[ui-alcoholic]

Enterprise 64/128 (1985) (formerly ELAN 64/128)

After the 1982 introduction of the ZX Spectrum, Hong Kong trading company Locumals commissioned Intelligent Software to develop a home computer in the UK. During development, the machine had the codename DPC. The machine was also known by the names Samurai, Oscar, Elan, and Flan before the Enterprise name was finally chosen. The succession of name changes was mainly due to the discovery of other machines and companies with the chosen name.

The Enterprise has a 4 MHz Z80 CPU, 64 KB or 128 KB of RAM, and 32 KB of internal read-only memory that contains the EXOS operating system and a word processor. The BASIC programming language was supplied on a 16 KB ROM cartridge, it had to be inserted into the left side of the machine. Cartridges containing other programming languages ​​(Forth, Lisp, Pascal) were also produced. In this way, games or user programs could be stored on the cartridges. The maximum supported ROM size of the cartridges was 64Kb.

Two application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) chips take some of the workload off of the central processor. They are named 'NICK' and 'DAVE' after their designers, Nick Toop, who had previously worked on the Acorn Atom, and Dave Woodfield. 'NICK' manages graphics, while 'DAVE' handles sound and memory paging. The Z80, like all 8-bit CPUs, could only address 64 KB of memory, so "bank switching" was required to access more memory. The Enterprise's memory can be expanded to 4 MB without any tricks (and this is a 'plain' 8-bit machine like the ZX-Spectrum or Commodore 64)

Enterprise was announced to the press in September 1983, and some 80,000 machines were pre-ordered by the time of its April 1984 sales launch. The product did not ship until 1985, by which point the UK home computer market was already dominated by the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, and Acorn BBC Micro with the 16-bit era on the horizon (Commodore Amiga, Atarti ST, etc)

After the initial manufacturing run of 80,000 units, it is believed that no further units were made, so the Enterprise is among the rarer home computers of the 1980s.

source of images: 8bit home computer museum

more info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enterprise_(computer)

https://www.theregister.com/2013/10/24/elan_flan_enterprise_micro_is_30_years_old/

[satoshi-mochida]

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth trilogy for PS4 launches this fall in the west - Gematsu

The PlayStation 4 versions of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 +, Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation, and Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation will launch both physically and digitally in North America and Europe this fall, publisher Idea Factory International announced.

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 +, an enhanced port of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1, originally launched for PlayStation 4 on May 31, 2018 in Japan. While it was never released in the west, the PlayStation 5 title Neptunia ReVerse, which is a further enhanced version, was released worldwide.

PlayStation 4 versions of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation and Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation were released in Japan alongside Switch versions on May 23, 2024. A Switch port of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 was also released on the same date.

The Switch versions of the trilogy were originally planned to release in the west, but were canceled. eastasiasoft, however, has announced plans to release the Switch versions of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 and Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation in Asia with English language support this summer.

Here is an overview of each game, via Idea Factory International:

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 +

Story

In the world of Gamindustri, four CPUs (also known as Goddesses) battled for supremacy in the War of the Guardians. One of the CPUs— Neptune—was defeated by the others and banished from the heavens. In her fall from grace, Neptune’s memories were lost, but a mysterious book revealed itself to her with knowledge of all of Gaminudstri’s history. Joined by Compa, IF, and the sentient book known as Histoire, Neptune embarks on an extraordinary journey across four different nations on a quest to save the entire world!

Key Features

The Goddesses are Back! – Previously available on PlayStation Vita in North America, now you can immerse yourself in the zany JRPG madness for the first time on PlayStation 4!

Revisit Classic Neptunia RPG Style Battles – Battle with up to three characters on the field, with 3 more as support. Use them to perform special attacks or swap them out at any time!

Switch it Up with Plans – Use Plans to customize the game by changing up enemy difficulty, dungeon treasures, and more!

Gear Galore – Craft unique equipment imbued with one or more abilities!

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation

Story

20XX. Gamindustri faces a dire crisis! Ever since the advent of ASIC—the Arfoire Syndicate of International Crime—morality has all but vanished. As much as 80 percent of all students are rumored to worship a being known as Arfoire, and the authorities have chosen to turn a blind eye to the threat. Basically, Gamindustri is pretty messed up, you guys. Ahem. Thus did Gamindustri fall into complete and utter disarray. Will the Goddesses be able to reclaim their world from ASIC’s grasp, or will they be forced to wander the Gamindustri Graveyard, forever lost?

Key Features

Four or More for War! – Have up to four characters on the battlefield, and four more on the sidelines, ready to jump in and give their support!

Stella Goes Rogue! – Send Stella out to brave Gamindustri’s dungeons in this realtime mini-game and she’ll collect all kinds of treasure for you—you just sit back and eat pudding! Be careful though, because if she dies in the dungeon, she’ll lose all her special gear!

The World’s your Oyster! – Customize the Gamindustri experience with Plans, which allow you to do things like increase / decrease enemy difficulty, change the items you’ll receive from a dungeon, and more!

Build-a-Sword! – Use Idea Chips and Blank Discs to create custom equipment that can open up new worlds of skills for you!

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation

Story

It’s time to Nep-Nep like it’s 1989. Neptune’s been sucked into an alternate dimension of Gamindustri! In order for her to escape from this late ’80s world, Neptune will have to collect enough shares to open up the path to her own dimension. Sounds easy enough—except a nefarious alliance called the Seven Sages wants to rid Gamindustri of all CPUs (also known as Goddesses), including Neptune! Forging cross-dimensional friendships, will Neptune be able to defeat the Seven Sages, save this alternate dimension and get back to her own, or will she be stuck in the ’80s forever?

Key Features

+1 to Combos! – Customize attack combinations with up to five moves, opening a whole new array of ways to defeat your enemies!

Bring a Dungeon Buddy! – The realtime mini-game Stella’s Dungeon is back, and this time she can bring friends! Each is equipped with special skills that lend their support to Stella in her items quest, so choose wisely!

Remake in Your Image! – Modify the world of Gamindustri to your liking by creating “Plans” that alter dungeon treasures, enemy difficulty, and more!

Get Crafty! – Customize powerful equipment that can unlock the true power of the CPUs, unlocking a world of new skills for them to use!

[wirewitchviolet]

Hell is terms like ASIC, FPGA, and PPU

I haven't been doing any public updates on this for a bit, but I am still working on this bizarre rabbit hole quest of designing my own (probably) 16-bit game console. The controller is maybe done now, on a design level. Like I have parts for everything sourced and a layout for the internal PCB. I don't have a fully tested working prototype yet because I am in the middle of a huge financial crisis and don't have the cash laying around to send out to have boards printed and start rapidly iterating design on the 3D printed bits (housing the scroll wheel is going to be a little tricky). I should really spend my creative energy focusing on software development for a nice little demo ROM (or like, short term projects to earn money I desperately need) but my brain's kinda stuck in circuitry gear so I'm thinking more about what's going into the actual console itself. This may get techie.

So... in the broadest sense, and I think I've mentioned this before, I want to make this a 16-bit system (which is a term with a pretty murky definition), maybe 32-bit? And since I'm going to all this trouble I want to give my project here a little something extra the consoles from that era didn't have. And at the same time, I'd like to be able to act as a bridge for the sort of weirdos who are currently actively making new games for those systems to start working on this, on a level of "if you would do this on this console with this code, here's how you would do it on mine." This makes for a hell of a lot of research on my end, but trust me, it gets worse!

So let's talk about the main strengths of the 2D game consoles everyone knows and loves. Oh and just now while looking for some visual aids maybe I stumbled across this site, which is actually great as a sort of mid-level overview of all this stuff. Short version though-

The SNES (or Super Famicom) does what it does by way of a combination of really going all in on direct memory access, and particularly having a dedicated setup for doing so between scanlines, coupled with a bunch of dedicated graphical modes specialized for different use cases, and you know, that you can switch between partway through drawing a screen. And of course the feature everyone knows and loves where you can have one polygon and do all sorts of fun things with it.

The Genesis (or Megadrive) has an actual proper 16-bit processor instead of this weird upgraded 6502 like the SNES had for a scrapped backwards compatibility plan. It also had this frankly wacky design where they just kinda took the guts out of a Sega Master System and had them off to the side as a segregated system whose only real job is managing the sound chip, one of those good good Yamaha synths with that real distinct sound... oh and they also actually did have a backwards compatibility deal that just kinda used the audio side to emulate an SMS, basically.

The TurboGrafix-16 (or PC Engine) really just kinda went all-in on making its own custom CPU from scratch which...we'll get to that, and otherwise uh... it had some interesting stuff going on sound wise? I feel like the main thing it had going was getting in on CDs early but I'm not messing with optical drives and they're no longer a really great storage option anyway.

Then there's the Neo Geo... where what's going on under the good is just kind of A LOT. I don't have the same handy analysis ready to go on this one, but my understanding is it didn't really go in for a lot of nice streamlining tricks and just kinda powered through. Like it has no separation of background layers and sprites. It's just all sprites. Shove those raw numbers.

So what's the best of all worlds option here? I'd like to go with one of them nice speedy Motorolla processors. The 68000 the Genesis used is no longer manufactured though. The closest still-in-production equivalent would be the 68SEC000 family. Seems like they go for about $15 a pop, have a full 32-bit bus, low voltage, some support clock speeds like... three times what the Genesis did. It's overkill, but should remove any concerns I have about having a way higher resolution than the systems I'm jumping off from. I can also easily throw in some beefy RAM chips where I need.

I was also planning to just directly replicate the Genesis sound setup, weird as it is, but hit the slight hiccup that the Z80 was JUST discontinued, like a month or two ago. Pretty sure someone already has a clone of it, might use that.

Here's where everything comes to a screeching halt though. While the makers of all these systems were making contracts for custom processors to add a couple extra features in that I should be able to work around by just using newer descendant chips that have that built in, there really just is no off the shelf PPU that I'm aware of. EVERYONE back in the day had some custom ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) chip made to assemble every frame of video before throwing it at the TV. Especially the SNES, with all its modes changing the logic there and the HDMA getting all up in those mode 7 effects. Which are again, something I definitely want to replicate here.

So one option here is... I design and order my own ASIC chips. I can probably just fit the entire system in one even? This however comes with two big problems. It's pricy. Real pricy. Don't think it's really practical if I'm not ordering in bulk and this is a project I assume has a really niche audience. Also, I mean, if I'm custom ordering a chip, I can't really rationalize having stuff I could cram in there for free sitting outside as separate costly chips, and hell, if it's all gonna be in one package I'm no longer making this an educational electronics kit/console, so I may as well just emulate the whole thing on like a raspberry pi for a tenth of the cost or something.

The other option is... I commit to even more work, and find a way to reverse engineer all the functionality I want out with some big array of custom ROMs and placeholder RAM and just kinda have my own multi-chip homebrew co-processors? Still PROBABLY cheaper than the ASIC solution and I guess not really making more research work for myself. It's just going to make for a bigger/more crowded motherboard or something.

Oh and I'm now looking at a 5V processor and making controllers compatible with a 10V system so I need to double check that all the components in those don't really care that much and maybe adjust things.

And then there's also FPGAs (field programmable gate arrays). Even more expensive than an ASIC, but the advantage is it's sort of a chip emulator and you can reflash it with something else. So if you're specifically in the MiSTer scene, I just host a file somewhere and you make the one you already have pretend to be this system. So... good news for those people but I still need to actually build something here.

So... yeah that's where all this stands right now. I admit I'm in way way over my head, but I should get somewhere eventually?

[draegerit]

Bitaxe Gamma 601 leiser und kühler machen – Lüftertausch leicht gemacht

Der Bitaxe Gamma 601 ist ein kompakter und effizienter Bitcoin-Miner, doch sein serienmäßiger Lüfter sorgt für reichlich Lärm. Mit rund 5200 RPM hält er den ASIC-Chip zwar bei etwa 56°C, doch die Lautstärke ist für viele Nutzer ein Problem. In diesem Beitrag zeige ich dir, wie du den lauten Standardlüfter gegen eine leisere und leistungsfähigere Alternative tauschst, welche Vorteile das Upgrade bringt und welche Auswirkungen es auf die Temperatur hat. So kannst du deinen Miner effizienter und leiser betreiben – ideal für den Heimgebrauch! https://youtu.be/qNVONICNBfE Tipp: Falls du deinen Bitaxe Gamma 601 aus dem Raum verbannen möchtest, aber dennoch die aktuellen Mining-Daten im Blick haben willst, schau dir meinen Beitrag "API-Daten des Bitaxe Gamma mit ESP32 und E-Paper-Display visualisieren" an. Dort erkläre ich, wie du die Daten über die API-Schnittstelle abrufen und auf einem separaten Display anzeigen kannst. So bleibt dein Arbeitsplatz leise – aber du verlierst nicht den Überblick!

Alternative Kühloptionen für den Bitaxe Gamma 601

Wer mehr aus seinem Bitaxe Gamma 601 herausholen möchte, findet in diversen Shops spezielle Upgrade-Kits zur verbesserten Kühlung und möglichen Übertaktung. Ein bekanntes Set ist das Pimp My Bitaxe Upgrade Kit von Solomining.de, das alle notwendigen Komponenten enthält, um die Temperatur zu senken. Allerdings schlägt dieses Kit mit ca. 42 € zzgl. Versandkosten zu Buche. Ich selbst habe mich für eine kostengünstigere und effizientere Lösung entschieden: den Noctua NF-A4x20 5V PWM Lüfter*, der aktuell für etwa 16 € bei Amazon.de erhältlich ist. Dieser Lüfter wird auch von anderen Shops, die den Bitaxe vertreiben, empfohlen. Achtung: Es gibt den Lüfter in verschiedenen Varianten, darunter eine 12V-Version sowie eine 3-Pin-Version ohne PWM-Steuerung. Achte beim Kauf darauf, dass du die richtige 5V PWM-Variante erwischst! Hinweis von mir: Die mit einem Sternchen (*) markierten Links sind Affiliate-Links. Wenn du über diese Links einkaufst, erhalte ich eine kleine Provision, die dazu beiträgt, diesen Blog zu unterstützen. Der Preis für dich bleibt dabei unverändert. Vielen Dank für deine Unterstützung!

Benötigtes Werkzeug für den Tausch des Lüfters

Der Lüfter ist auf dem Kühlkörper mit Kreuzschlitzschrauben montiert, hier benötigt man einen passenden PH1 Schraubendreher*. Zusätzlich benötigen wir noch einen Lötkolben da der werkseitig verbaute Lüfter einen Qwiic JST SH 4Pin Anschluss und der neue ein 4Pin Anschluss mit 2,54mm Rastermaß hat. Auf der Platine findest du zusätzlich eine Möglichkeit eine entsprechende Pinleiste aufzulöten.

Auflöten der 4Pin Stiftleiste für den Lüfter

Das Auflöten einer Stiftleiste* ist an sich keine große Herausforderung – doch sie sicher zu fixieren, während man die Platine drehen muss, kann ziemlich fummelig werden. Um mir das Leben einfacher zu machen, nutze ich UHU Patafix*. Diese wiederverwendbare Knetmasse ist eigentlich dafür gedacht, Fotos oder Notizen an Wänden zu befestigen. Doch sie eignet sich perfekt, um die Stiftleiste vor dem Löten sicher in Position zu halten, ohne dass dabei Klebereste auf der Platine zurückbleiben. So bleibt die Stiftleiste stabil, während du dich ganz auf das Löten konzentrieren kannst!

Vorher/Nachher – Messung des Geräuschpegels

Ein wichtiger Aspekt für den Lüftertausch beim Bitaxe Gamma 601 war für mich, den störenden Geräuschpegel deutlich zu reduzieren. Damit der Unterschied nicht nur subjektiv spürbar ist, sondern auch objektiv belegt werden kann, habe ich mir ein Schallpegelmessgerät bei Amazon.de gekauft. Um verlässliche Ergebnisse zu erhalten, wurde die Messung wie folgt durchgeführt: - Vergleichswerte: Standardlüfter (5200 RPM), neuer Lüfter (Noctua NF-A4x20, 5V PWM) und Hintergrundgeräuschpegel. - Fester Messabstand zum Gerät (5 cm) - Mikrofon direkt auf den Bitaxe gerichtet - Minimierung von Umgebungsgeräuschen

Messwerte und Geräuschvergleich Die durchgeführten Messungen zeigen eine deutliche Reduktion des Geräuschpegels nach dem Lüftertausch. Der originale Standardlüfter erzeugt im Schnitt 41,8 dB, während der Noctua NF-A4x20 nur 30 dB erreicht – das ist der niedrigste messbare Wert meines Geräts. Damit ist der neue Lüfter praktisch nicht hörbar und verschmilzt mit den normalen Umgebungsgeräuschen.

Zum besseren Vergleich hier einige typische Geräuschpegel aus dem Alltag: - Flugzeugstart: ca. 120 dB - Motorrad (1 Meter Abstand): ca. 95 dB - Staubsauger: ca. 70 dB - Normales Gespräch: ca. 60 dB - Leiser Raum / Flüstern: ca. 30 dB Der Standardlüfter liegt mit seinen 41,8 dB zwischen einem ruhigen Büro (40 dB) und einem normalen Kühlschrank (42 dB). Nach dem Lüftertausch ist der Geräuschpegel auf 30 dB gefallen – vergleichbar mit Flüstern oder einem sehr leisen Raum. Damit ist der Bitaxe Gamma 601 nach dem Upgrade praktisch lautlos und ideal für den Betrieb am Schreibtisch oder in Wohnräumen. Idxdefault LüfterNoctua NF-A4x20Umgebungsgeräusche140,8 dB30 dB30 dB241,3 dB30 dB30 dB340,8 dB30 dB30 dB441,8 dB30 dB30 dB541,8 dB30 dB30 dB641,3 dB30 dB30 dB742,3 dB30 dB30 dB842,8 dB30 dB30 dB942,3 dB30 dB30 dB1041,8 dB30 dB30 dB

Fazit: Ein gelungenes Upgrade für den Bitaxe Gamma 601

Der Lüftertausch am Bitaxe Gamma 601 war ein voller Erfolg! Der Noctua NF-A4x20 5V PWM ist nicht nur deutlich leiser, sondern auch effizient genug, um die Temperatur stabil zu halten. Damit kann der Miner nun problemlos auf dem Schreibtisch laufen, ohne störende Geräusche zu verursachen.

Ein kleiner optischer Feinschliff war nötig, da das Kabel des Noctua-Lüfters länger ist als das des Standardlüfters. Durch eine saubere Verlegung hinter der Platine lässt sich das aber gut in den Aufbau integrieren. Auch die Kosten bleiben mit knapp 16 € für den Lüfter absolut im Rahmen. In diesem Zuge habe ich mir zudem ein neues 5V 6A Netzteil* zugelegt, wodurch die Spannung nun stabil bei 5V liegt. Das hat den positiven Nebeneffekt, dass im Dashboard keine Unterspannungswarnungen mehr erscheinen. Insgesamt ist dieses Upgrade eine einfache, aber wirkungsvolle Maßnahme, um den Bitaxe Gamma 601 leiser, stabiler und alltagstauglicher zu machen! Read the full article

[archoneddzs15]

Sega Mega Drive - Hellfire

Title: Hellfire / ヘルファイアー

Developer/Publisher: Toaplan / NCS Masaya

Release date: 28 September 1990

Catalogue No.: T-25073

Genre: Horizontal Shooting

When I was a 13-year-old teenager I thought Hellfire was a load of crap. My mind was boggled as to why magazines such as Mean Machines (British magazine) gave the game such high praise in 1990 when I read them in the local high school library. 10 years later I buy the game again and have to say it’s bloody fantastic! The music seems to run a lot slower than I remember for some reason but that doesn’t affect the gameplay. Graphically it still looks pretty good with its big sprites and loads on screen. Slowdown is only present at the busiest of times and even then, it’s minimal. One of the main playability points of Hellfire is the weapon system. Your ship is equipped with a 4-way switchable system enabling you to fire ahead, behind, above & below, and in a 4-way diagonal pattern. The slight downside is that you have to shuffle through each weapon type until you find the one you want. However, I find that while this can be a pain in the arse at times it also adds to the style of the playability making things a lot more “on the edge” if you will.

There’s no denying that Hellfire is a hard game. It’s one of those games that seem like a doodle until you lose all of your power-ups. This is one of the game's down points, but Hellfire is being well…. Hellfire, you’ll want to try and gain back your power-ups to see what marvels await you in the next level.

A classic shooter guaranteed to keep the real shooting fan happy but maybe a little too tough for the novice player.

NOTE: The music in the game runs too slow on Mega Drive 2 consoles with the VA4 motherboard. Why is that? These models integrate the sound chip with other system components (including the CPUs and VDP) onto a custom ASIC. Earlier board revisions with a discrete Yamaha YM2612 sound chip are unaffected. This is caused by differences in timing between the discrete and the integrated versions of the chip.

[neki-is-bad-at-life]

"And you can tell by the way he uses his walk, he's a mother chip, no times to bip."

"Music loud and terminal hot he's been plugged around since he was born."

"And now it's alright, it's okay, he's gonna walk the board away."

"And we can try, to understand, how such swagger was pre-programmed"

"Whether you're a SOCs or whether you're an ASIC you're staying alive, staying alive"

"Your GPU is rockin' and your CPU is heatin' and you're staying alive, staying alive."

"Ha, ha, ha, ha, staying alive, staying alive "

"Ha, ha, ha, ha, staying aliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiive!!!"

[learnandgrowcommunity]

Virtualization in BIOS : Enabled or Disabled? How to Check in Windows 10 / Windows 11

Subscribe to "Learn And Grow Community"

YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@LearnAndGrowCommunity

LinkedIn Group : https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7478922/

Blog : https://LearnAndGrowCommunity.blogspot.com/

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/JoinLearnAndGrowCommunity/

Twitter Handle : https://twitter.com/LNG_Community

DailyMotion : https://www.dailymotion.com/LearnAndGrowCommunity

Instagram Handle : https://www.instagram.com/LearnAndGrowCommunity/

Follow #LearnAndGrowCommunity

Virtualization is a technology that allows a computer to run multiple operating systems at the same time. This is done by creating virtual machines, which are software emulations of physical computers. Virtualization is enabled in the BIOS, which is the basic input/output system.

To check if virtualization is enabled in Windows 10 or Windows 11, you can follow these steps:

Open Command Prompt.

type systeminfo and hit enter.

scroll to the last at Hyper-V requirements :

and check virtualization enabled in firmware : Yes or No.

Another way is -

Open Task Manager.

Click on the "Performance" tab.

Under "CPU," look for the "Virtualization" section.

If the virtualization section says "Enabled,"

If virtualization is not enabled in your BIOS, you may not be able to run certain applications or games. You can enable virtualization in BIOS by following the instructions in your computer's manual. I hope this helps! Thanks for watching! If you found this video helpful, please consider subscribing to @Learnandgrowcomunity for more EdTech tips and tricks.

Subscribe to "Learn And Grow Community"

YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@LearnAndGrowCommunity LinkedIn Group : https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7478922/

Blog : https://LearnAndGrowCommunity.blogspot.com/

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/JoinLearnAndGrowCommunity/

Twitter Handle : https://twitter.com/LNG_Community

DailyMotion : https://www.dailymotion.com/LearnAndGrowCommunity Instagram Handle : https://www.instagram.com/LearnAndGrowCommunity/

Follow #LearnAndGrowCommunity

#VHDL #VHDLDesign #BeginnersGuide #DigitalCircuitDesign #LearnVHDL #VHDLTutorial #VHDLBasics #hardwaredesign #FPGA #Verilog HDL #FPGAtools #DesignFlow #XilinxVivado #AlteraQuartusPrime #GHDL #Verilog #DigitalDesign #FPGAoptimization #TimingAnalysis #PhysicalImplementation #FPGAdevelopment #LearnFPGA #VHDLtutorial #FPGAdesignskills #FPGAbeginners #LearnVHDL #Career #Grow #LearnAndGrowCommunity #VHDL #DigitalDesign #HDL #HardwareDescription #LearnVHDL #DigitalCircuits #FSM #Verilog #DesignVerification #VHDL #HardwareDesign #DigitalElectronics #VHDLLanguage #LearnVHDL #VHDLBasics #DigitalDesign #HardwareSimulation #Tips #Tipsandtricks #tricks #Simulation #Synthesis #Xilinx #XilinxVivado #Altera #Quartus #ActiveHDL #ASIC #PlaceandRoute #Tutorial #Learn #Career #SkillUp #HDLDesignLab #DigitalSystemLab #Engineering #TestBench #chip #VLSI #Designing #Programming #Technology #ProgrammingLanguage #EmbeddedSystem #Circuitdesign #VirtualizationInBIOS #EnabledOrDisabled #Windows10 #Windows11 #BIOSConfiguration #VirtualMachines #SoftwareApplications #techtutorials

[thothxv]

I kind of want to go off a bit about Lynn Conway's technical contributions, because somehow, "your smartphone would not exist without her work" is actually underselling it. And I thought I appreciated Conway's work, but when I went digging I found some things I'd never even heard about.

First of all, before any of the work she's most famous for, before IBM fired her for being trans, she worked on IBM's Advanced Computer Systems project, the team tasked with trying to beat Seymour Cray and his team at CDC in their continuing quest to build the fastest computers in the world. As part of the project, she invented dynamic instruction scheduling, which is crucial to every modern high-performance CPU. The project might have actually succeeded in beating CDC if it hadn't been killed, but that's another story.

And because one crucial innovation that defines modern microprocessor design apparently wasn't enough, she then worked on VLSI. The techniques she helped to pioneer in chip design don't just power your phone: Her work underpins almost every modern microchip. CPUs, GPUs, ASICs, everything. It was a revolution. That's not just my opinion, the wikipedia page literally has "revolution" in the title.

I also want to be very clear why I mean by "helped to pioneer", because a lot of subsequent accounts have diminished Conway's role in her own research: the VLSI work was a collaboration between Xerox PARC and Caltech, with Lynn Conway being the lead on the PARC side and Carver Mead being the lead on the Caltech side, with Mead being the physics expert and Conway being the computer architecture expert (which is an appropriate role for the inventor of dynamic instruction scheduling). While Mead had already been doing work on VLSI, Conway was not an assistant or subordinate: she was the co-lead, and a lot of VLSI innovations came directly from her, with scalable design rules being one her more frequently cited contributes (I'm a little bit out of my depth on the specifics of VLSI, being a programmer and all, so I'm not digging too deep here).

But of equal importance to her work on developing VLSI techniques was her work on teaching them. Developing a textbook on VLSI was her idea, and the result was Introduction to VLSI Systems. As part of the development process, she taught a course at MIT based on a draft of the book. That book and her course soon formed the basis for VLSI courses around the country. And because that apparently wasn't enough, as a part of that MIT course she also created MPC79, the first multi-project chip service (multi-project chip services combine a bunch of different microchip designs together into one large chip design before sending it out to a fab to be manufactured), making it economical for students' chip designs to be fabricated and shipped back to them. MPC79 was the direct inspiration for the DARPA-funded MOSIS, which provided access to chip fabrication to students and researchers across the country.

The VLSI tools and techniques made chip design a lot easier and much more accessible. Combined with MPC79/MOSIS granting broader access to chip manufacturing, there was a flood of students and researchers doing pioneering hardware design work. Sun's workstations, SGI's 3D graphics hardware, the SPARC and MIPS CPUs, all of these began life as VLSI projects at universities that were prototyped with MCP services. And while those are big, high-profile examples of early projects enabled by Conway's work, There are many, many more, far too many to count, and that number only gets bigger as you move forward through the years, until it encompasses almost everything the semiconductor industry creates.

And that's just her technical work. Her trans activism work in the 2000s was incredibly significant, and her website is frankly amazing. Her efforts to get other female and minority STEM pioneers the recognitions they rightly deserve are also worth remembering.

Goodbye, Lynn. Thank you for your constant support and encouragement since the day I started these comics. It has meant the world to me, and I wish I could have told you. We will remember you forever.

[zohaibyter]

Canaan Completes US ASIC Pilot, Exits AI Chip Business

Bitcoin mining application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) manufacturer Canaan has completed a pilot production run in the US and abandoned its AI hardware manufacturing efforts. In a statement sent to Cointelegraph on Monday, a Canaan representative said the firm “has successfully completed a pilot production run in the US,” replicating its Malaysia-based operations. Canaan also announced the…

[news24-amit]

Data Center Accelerator Market Set to Transform AI Infrastructure Landscape by 2031

The global data center accelerator market is poised for exponential growth, projected to rise from USD 14.4 Bn in 2022 to a staggering USD 89.8 Bn by 2031, advancing at a CAGR of 22.5% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2031. Rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and High-Performance Computing (HPC) is the primary catalyst driving this expansion.

Market Overview: Data center accelerators are specialized hardware components that improve computing performance by efficiently handling intensive workloads. These include Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), and Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), which complement CPUs by expediting data processing.

Accelerators enable data centers to process massive datasets more efficiently, reduce reliance on servers, and optimize costs a significant advantage in a data-driven world.

Market Drivers & Trends

Rising Demand for High-performance Computing (HPC): The proliferation of data-intensive applications across industries such as healthcare, autonomous driving, financial modeling, and weather forecasting is fueling demand for robust computing resources.

Boom in AI and ML Technologies: The computational requirements of AI and ML are driving the need for accelerators that can handle parallel operations and manage extensive datasets efficiently.

Cloud Computing Expansion: Major players like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud are investing in infrastructure that leverages accelerators to deliver faster AI-as-a-service platforms.

Latest Market Trends

GPU Dominance: GPUs continue to dominate the market, especially in AI training and inference workloads, due to their capability to handle parallel computations.

Custom Chip Development: Tech giants are increasingly developing custom chips (e.g., Meta’s MTIA and Google's TPUs) tailored to their specific AI processing needs.

Energy Efficiency Focus: Companies are prioritizing the design of accelerators that deliver high computational power with reduced energy consumption, aligning with green data center initiatives.

Key Players and Industry Leaders

Prominent companies shaping the data center accelerator landscape include:

NVIDIA Corporation – A global leader in GPUs powering AI, gaming, and cloud computing.

Intel Corporation – Investing heavily in FPGA and ASIC-based accelerators.

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) – Recently expanded its EPYC CPU lineup for data centers.

Meta Inc. – Introduced Meta Training and Inference Accelerator (MTIA) chips for internal AI applications.

Google (Alphabet Inc.) – Continues deploying TPUs across its cloud platforms.

Other notable players include Huawei Technologies, Cisco Systems, Dell Inc., Fujitsu, Enflame Technology, Graphcore, and SambaNova Systems.

Recent Developments

March 2023 – NVIDIA introduced a comprehensive Data Center Platform strategy at GTC 2023 to address diverse computational requirements.

June 2023 – AMD launched new EPYC CPUs designed to complement GPU-powered accelerator frameworks.

2023 – Meta Inc. revealed the MTIA chip to improve performance for internal AI workloads.

2023 – Intel announced a four-year roadmap for data center innovation focused on Infrastructure Processing Units (IPUs).

Gain an understanding of key findings from our Report in this sample - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample/sample.php?flag=S&rep_id=82760

Market Opportunities

Edge Data Center Integration: As computing shifts closer to the edge, opportunities arise for compact and energy-efficient accelerators in edge data centers for real-time analytics and decision-making.

AI in Healthcare and Automotive: As AI adoption grows in precision medicine and autonomous vehicles, demand for accelerators tuned for domain-specific processing will soar.

Emerging Markets: Rising digitization in emerging economies presents substantial opportunities for data center expansion and accelerator deployment.

Future Outlook

With AI, ML, and analytics forming the foundation of next-generation applications, the demand for enhanced computational capabilities will continue to climb. By 2031, the data center accelerator market will likely transform into a foundational element of global IT infrastructure.

Analysts anticipate increasing collaboration between hardware manufacturers and AI software developers to optimize performance across the board. As digital transformation accelerates, companies investing in custom accelerator architectures will gain significant competitive advantages.

Market Segmentation

By Type:

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)

Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)

Others

By Application:

Advanced Data Analytics

AI/ML Training and Inference

Computing

Security and Encryption

Network Functions

Others

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific dominates the global market due to explosive digital content consumption and rapid infrastructure development in countries such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea.

North America holds a significant share due to the presence of major cloud providers, AI startups, and heavy investment in advanced infrastructure. The U.S. remains a critical hub for data center deployment and innovation.

Europe is steadily adopting AI and cloud computing technologies, contributing to increased demand for accelerators in enterprise data centers.

Why Buy This Report?

Comprehensive insights into market drivers, restraints, trends, and opportunities

In-depth analysis of the competitive landscape

Region-wise segmentation with revenue forecasts

Includes strategic developments and key product innovations

Covers historical data from 2017 and forecast till 2031

Delivered in convenient PDF and Excel formats

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What was the size of the global data center accelerator market in 2022? The market was valued at US$ 14.4 Bn in 2022.

2. What is the projected market value by 2031? It is projected to reach US$ 89.8 Bn by the end of 2031.

3. What is the key factor driving market growth? The surge in demand for AI/ML processing and high-performance computing is the major driver.

4. Which region holds the largest market share? Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the global data center accelerator market from 2023 to 2031.

5. Who are the leading companies in the market? Top players include NVIDIA, Intel, AMD, Meta, Google, Huawei, Dell, and Cisco.

6. What type of accelerator dominates the market? GPUs currently dominate the market due to their parallel processing efficiency and widespread adoption in AI/ML applications.

7. What applications are fueling growth? Applications like AI/ML training, advanced analytics, and network security are major contributors to the market's growth.

Explore Latest Research Reports by Transparency Market Research: Tactile Switches Market: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/tactile-switches-market.html

GaN Epitaxial Wafers Market: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/gan-epitaxial-wafers-market.html

Silicon Carbide MOSFETs Market: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/silicon-carbide-mosfets-market.html

Chip Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) Market: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/chip-metal-oxide-varistor-mov-market.html

About Transparency Market Research Transparency Market Research, a global market research company registered at Wilmington, Delaware, United States, provides custom research and consulting services. Our exclusive blend of quantitative forecasting and trends analysis provides forward-looking insights for thousands of decision makers. Our experienced team of Analysts, Researchers, and Consultants use proprietary data sources and various tools & techniques to gather and analyses information. Our data repository is continuously updated and revised by a team of research experts, so that it always reflects the latest trends and information. With a broad research and analysis capability, Transparency Market Research employs rigorous primary and secondary research techniques in developing distinctive data sets and research material for business reports. Contact: Transparency Market Research Inc. CORPORATE HEADQUARTER DOWNTOWN, 1000 N. West Street, Suite 1200, Wilmington, Delaware 19801 USA Tel: +1-518-618-1030 USA - Canada Toll Free: 866-552-3453 Website: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com Email: sales@transparencymarketresearch.comTop of Form

Bottom of Form

[takshila21]

Mastering VLSI from Home: The Rise of ASIC and Verification Training Online

The Growing Importance of VLSI Training in the Digital Era In today’s rapidly evolving electronics industry, the demand for specialized VLSI professionals is at an all-time high. With industries embracing automation, AI, and IoT technologies, the need for advanced chip design and verification has grown significantly. VLSI (Very-Large-Scale Integration) engineers play a critical role in designing complex integrated circuits that power everyday devices—from smartphones to high-end servers. However, acquiring the right skills to meet industry standards can be a challenge without proper training. Fortunately, online learning has become a reliable gateway to meet this demand through structured, accessible, and high-quality programs.

Learning ASIC Design Through Trusted Online Platforms ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) design is a core part of modern chip engineering. It involves creating custom circuits tailored for specific functions, making it an essential skill for any VLSI engineer. As industries continue to prioritize efficiency and cost-effectiveness, ASIC-based systems are becoming increasingly popular. Hyderabad has emerged as a strong hub for VLSI education, and learners now have the convenience of accessing online asic design training institutes in hyderabad These institutes offer interactive sessions, real-time project work, and guidance from industry experts, all from the comfort of home. The right training can open doors to highly lucrative careers in semiconductor design and embedded systems.

Why Online VLSI Education is Gaining Momentum Online VLSI education offers several advantages. Learners can pursue training alongside existing commitments, access recorded sessions for revision, and interact with mentors virtually. Additionally, online platforms often provide up-to-date curriculum designed in collaboration with industry experts. This format suits working professionals, graduates, and students aiming to gain relevant skills without the need to relocate or pause their careers. It also enables access to a wider pool of expertise and networking opportunities, which are essential in a competitive field like VLSI.

Design Verification: The Backbone of Reliable Chip Functionality While designing a chip is important, ensuring its functionality and performance through thorough verification is equally critical. Design verification checks whether the design meets the intended specifications and behaves as expected in real-world applications. As chip complexity increases, verification becomes more challenging and crucial. To meet this demand, several institutes now offer online design verification training programs. These programs teach advanced techniques in simulation, formal verification, and coverage analysis using industry-standard tools. They are specifically structured to prepare learners for job roles such as Verification Engineer and Functional Analyst.

Conclusion: Choosing the Right Path in VLSI Education Pursuing specialized skills in VLSI through online learning is no longer just an alternative—it’s a strategic advantage. With high demand in sectors like consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications, training in ASIC design and verification is a smart investment. The presence of reputed platforms like Takshila Institute of VLSI Technologies has made it easier for learners to access quality education remotely. Whether exploring online asic design training institutes in hyderabad or opting for online design verification training, the right course can pave the way for a rewarding career in the semiconductor industry.

[satoshi-mochida]

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth trilogy for Switch launches May 21 in the west

From Gematsu

The Switch versions of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1, Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation, and Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation will launch digitally in North America and Europe on May 21, publisher Idea Factory International announced.

In Japan, all three titles are due out both physically and digitally on May 23. Digital-only PlayStation 4 versions of Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation and Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation are also planned for release in Japan, with a release date to be announced, while Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 is already available for PlayStation 4 as Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 Plus. Idea Factory International previously told Gematsu it currently has “no plans” to release the PlayStation 4 versions in North America and Europe.

Here is an overview of each game, via Idea Factory International:

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1

About

In the world of Gamindustri, four CPUs (also known as Goddesses) battled for supremacy in the War of the Guardians. One of the CPUs – Neptune – was defeated by the others and banished from the heavens. In her fall from grace, Neptune’s memories were lost, but a mysterious book revealed itself to her with knowledge of all of Gaminudstri’s history. Joined by Compa, IF, and the sentient book known as Histoire, Neptune embarks on an extraordinary journey across four different nations on a quest to save the entire world!

Key Features

Now On-the-Go! – Previously only available on PS Vita and Steam in North America, now you can immerse yourself in the zany JRPG madness of the Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth series for the first time on Nintendo Switch!

Revisit Classic Neptunia RPG Style Battles – Battle with up to three characters on the field, with three more as support. Use them to perform special attacks or swap them out at any time!

Switch it Up with Plans – Use “Plans” to customize the game by changing up enemy difficulty, dungeon treasures, and more!

Gear Galore – Craft unique equipment imbued with one or more abilities!

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation

About

International Crime—morality has all but vanished. As much as 80 percent of all students are rumored to worship a being known as Arfoire, and the authorities have chosen to turn a blind eye to the threat. Basically, Gamindustri is pretty messed up, you guys. Ahem. Thus did Gamindustri fall into complete and utter disarray. Will the Goddesses be able to reclaim their world from ASIC’s grasp, or will they be forced to wander the Gamindustri Graveyard, forever lost?

Key Features

Four or More for War! – Have up to four characters on the battlefield, and four more on the sidelines, ready to jump in and give their support!

Stella Goes Rogue! – Send Stella out to brave Gamindustri’s dungeons in this realtime mini-game and she’ll collect all kinds of treasure for you – you just sit back and eat pudding! Be careful though, because if she dies in the dungeon, she’ll lose all her special gear!

The World’s Your Oyster! – Customize the Gamindustri experience with Plans, which allow you to do things like increase/decrease enemy difficulty, change the items you’ll receive from a dungeon, and more!

Build-a-Sword! – Use Idea Chips and Blank Discs to create custom equipment that can open up new worlds of skills for you!

Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation

About

It’s time to Nep-Nep like it’s 1989. Neptune’s been sucked into an alternate dimension of Gamindustri! In order for her to escape from this late ’80s world, Neptune will have to collect enough shares to open up the path to her own dimension. Sounds easy enough—except a nefarious alliance called the Seven Sages wants to rid Gamindustri of all CPUs (also known as Goddesses), including Neptune! Forging cross-dimensional friendships, will Neptune be able to defeat the Seven Sages, save this alternate dimension and get back to her own, or will she be stuck in the ’80s forever?

Key Features

+1 to Combos! – Customize attack combinations with up to five moves, opening a whole new array of ways to defeat your enemies!

Bring a Dungeon Buddy! – The real-time mini-game Stella’s Dungeon is back, and this time she can bring friends! Each is equipped with special skills that lend their support to Stella in her items quest, so choose wisely!

Remake in Your Image! – Modify the world of Gamindustri to your liking by creating “Plans” that alter dungeon treasures, enemy difficulty, and more!

Get Crafty! – Customize powerful equipment that can unlock the true power of the CPUs, unlocking a world of new skills for them to use!

[semiconductorlogs]

Point of Load Power Chip Market: Opportunities in Commercial and Residential Sectors

MARKET INSIGHTS

The global Point of Load Power Chip Market size was valued at US$ 1,340 million in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 2,450 million by 2032, at a CAGR of 9.27% during the forecast period 2025-2032. This growth trajectory follows a broader semiconductor industry trend, where the worldwide market reached USD 580 billion in 2022 despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Point-of-load (PoL) power chips are voltage regulator ICs designed for localized power conversion near high-performance processors, FPGAs, and ASICs. These compact solutions provide precise voltage regulation, improved transient response, and higher efficiency compared to centralized power architectures. Key variants include single-channel (dominant with 65% market share) and multi-channel configurations, deployed across industrial (32% share), automotive (25%), and aerospace (18%) applications.

The market expansion is driven by escalating power demands in 5G infrastructure, AI servers, and electric vehicles—each requiring advanced power management solutions. Recent innovations like Infineon’s 12V/48V multi-phase controllers and TI’s buck-boost converters demonstrate how PoL technology addresses modern efficiency challenges. However, supply chain constraints and geopolitical factors caused Asia-Pacific revenues to dip 2% in 2022, even as Americas grew 17%.

MARKET DYNAMICS

MARKET DRIVERS

Expanding Demand for Energy-Efficient Electronics to Accelerate Market Growth

The global push toward energy efficiency is creating substantial demand for point-of-load (POL) power chips across multiple industries. These components play a critical role in reducing power consumption by delivering optimized voltage regulation directly to processors and other sensitive ICs rather than relying on centralized power supplies. Current market analysis reveals that POL solutions can improve overall system efficiency by 15-30% compared to traditional power architectures, making them indispensable for modern electronics. The rapid proliferation of IoT devices, 5G infrastructure, and AI-driven applications further amplifies this demand, as these technologies require precise power management at minimal energy loss.

Automotive Electrification Trends to Fuel Adoption Rates

Automakers worldwide are accelerating their transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), creating unprecedented opportunities for POL power chips. These components are essential for managing power distribution to onboard computing modules, sensors, and infotainment systems with minimal electromagnetic interference. Industry projections estimate that automotive applications will account for over 25% of the total POL power chip market by 2027, driven by increasing semiconductor content per vehicle. Recent advancements in autonomous driving technology particularly benefit from the high current density and fast transient response offered by next-generation POL regulators.

Data Center Infrastructure Modernization to Sustain Market Expansion

Hyperscale data centers are undergoing significant architectural changes to support AI workloads and edge computing, with POL power delivery emerging as a critical enabling technology. Modern server designs increasingly adopt distributed power architectures to meet the stringent efficiency requirements of advanced CPUs, GPUs, and memory modules. This shift comes amid forecasts predicting global data center power consumption will reach 8% of worldwide electricity usage by 2030, making efficiency improvements economically imperative. Leading chip manufacturers have responded with innovative POL solutions featuring digital interfaces for real-time voltage scaling and load monitoring capabilities.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

Supply Chain Disruptions and Material Shortages to Constrain Market Potential

While demand for POL power chips continues growing, the semiconductor industry faces persistent challenges in securing stable supply chains for critical materials. Specialty substrates, such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), which enable high-efficiency POL designs, remain subject to allocation due to fabrication capacity limitations. Market intelligence suggests lead times for certain power semiconductors exceeded 52 weeks during recent supply crunches, creating bottlenecks for electronics manufacturers. These constraints particularly impact automotive and industrial sectors where component qualification processes limit rapid supplier substitutions.

Thermal Management Challenges to Limit Design Flexibility

As POL regulators push toward higher current densities in smaller form factors, thermal dissipation becomes a significant constraint for system designers. Contemporary applications often require POL solutions to deliver upwards of 30A from packages smaller than 5mm x 5mm, creating localized hot spots that challenge traditional cooling approaches. This thermal limitation forces compromises between power density, efficiency, and reliability—particularly in space-constrained applications like smartphones or wearable devices. Manufacturers continue investing in advanced packaging technologies to address these limitations, but thermal considerations remain a key factor in POL architecture decisions.

MARKET OPPORTUNITIES

Integration of AI-Based Power Optimization to Create New Value Propositions

Emerging artificial intelligence applications in power management present transformative opportunities for the POL chip market. Adaptive voltage scaling algorithms powered by machine learning can dynamically optimize power delivery based on workload patterns and environmental conditions. Early implementations in data centers demonstrate potential energy savings of 10-15% through AI-driven POL adjustments, with similar techniques now being adapted for mobile and embedded applications. This technological convergence enables POL regulators to evolve from static components into intelligent power nodes within larger system architectures.

Medical Electronics Miniaturization to Open New Application Verticals

The healthcare sector’s accelerating adoption of portable and implantable medical devices creates substantial growth potential for compact POL solutions. Modern diagnostic equipment and therapeutic devices increasingly incorporate multiple voltage domains that must operate reliably within strict safety parameters. POL power chips meeting medical safety standards (IEC 60601) currently represent less than 15% of the total market, signaling significant expansion capacity as device manufacturers transition from linear regulators to more efficient switching architectures. This transition aligns with broader healthcare industry trends toward battery-powered and wireless solutions.

MARKET CHALLENGES

Design Complexity and Verification Costs to Impact Time-to-Market

Implementing advanced POL architectures requires sophisticated power integrity analysis and system-level verification—processes that significantly extend development cycles. Power delivery networks incorporating multiple POL regulators demand extensive simulation to ensure stability across all operating conditions, with analysis suggesting power subsystem design now consumes 30-40% of total PCB development effort for complex electronics. These challenges are compounded by the need to comply with evolving efficiency standards and electromagnetic compatibility requirements across different geographic markets.

Intense Price Competition to Pressure Profit Margins

The POL power chip market faces ongoing pricing pressures as the technology matures and experiences broader adoption. While premium applications like servers and telecom infrastructure tolerate higher component costs, consumer electronics and IoT devices demonstrate extreme price sensitivity. Market analysis indicates that average selling prices for basic POL regulators have declined by 7-12% annually over the past three years, forcing manufacturers to achieve economies of scale through architectural innovations and process technology advancements. This relentless pricing pressure creates significant challenges for sustaining research and development investments.

POINT OF LOAD POWER CHIP MARKET TRENDS

Rising Demand for Efficient Power Management in Electronic Devices

The global Point of Load (PoL) power chip market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the increasing complexity of electronic devices requiring localized voltage regulation. As modern integrated circuits (ICs) operate at progressively lower voltages with higher current demands, PoL solutions have become critical for minimizing power loss and optimizing efficiency. The automotive sector alone accounts for over 30% of the market demand, as electric vehicles incorporate dozens of PoL regulators for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and infotainment. Meanwhile, 5G infrastructure deployment is accelerating adoption in telecommunications, where base stations require precise voltage regulation for RF power amplifiers.

Other Trends

Miniaturization and Integration Advancements

Manufacturers are pushing the boundaries of semiconductor packaging technologies to develop smaller, more integrated PoL solutions. Stacked die configurations and wafer-level packaging now allow complete power management ICs (PMICs) to occupy less than 10mm² board space. This miniaturization is particularly crucial for portable medical devices and wearable technologies, where space constraints demand high power density. Recent innovations in gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) technologies are further enhancing power conversion efficiency, with some PoL converters now achieving over 95% efficiency even at load currents exceeding 50A.

Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing Adoption

The fourth industrial revolution is driving significant demand for industrial-grade PoL solutions as factories deploy more IoT-enabled equipment and robotics. Unlike commercial-grade components, these industrial PoL converters feature extended temperature ranges (-40°C to +125°C operation) and enhanced reliability metrics. Market analysis indicates industrial applications will grow at a CAGR exceeding 8% through 2030, as manufacturers increasingly adopt predictive maintenance systems requiring robust power delivery. Furthermore, the aerospace sector’s shift toward more electric aircraft (MEA) architectures is creating specialized demand for radiation-hardened PoL regulators capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Key Industry Players

Semiconductor Giants Compete Through Innovation and Strategic Expansions

The global Point of Load (PoL) power chip market features a highly competitive landscape dominated by established semiconductor manufacturers, with Analog Devices and Texas Instruments collectively holding over 35% market share in 2024. These companies maintain leadership through continuous R&D investment – Analog Devices alone allocated approximately 20% of its annual revenue to product development last year.

While traditional power management leaders maintain strong positions, emerging players like Infineon Technologies are gaining traction through specialized automotive-grade solutions. The Germany-based company reported 18% year-over-year growth in its power segment during 2023, fueled by increasing electric vehicle adoption.

Market dynamics show regional variations in competitive strategies. Renesas Electronics and ROHM Semiconductor dominate the Asia-Pacific sector with cost-optimized solutions, whereas North American firms focus on high-efficiency chips for data center applications. This regional specialization creates multiple growth avenues across market segments.

Recent years have seen accelerated consolidation, with NXP Semiconductors acquiring three smaller power IC developers since 2022 to expand its PoL portfolio. Such strategic moves, combined with ongoing technological advancements in wide-bandgap semiconductors, are reshaping competitive positioning across the value chain.

List of Key Point of Load Power Chip Manufacturers

Analog Devices, Inc. (U.S.)

Infineon Technologies AG (Germany)

Texas Instruments Incorporated (U.S.)

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (Netherlands)

STMicroelectronics N.V. (Switzerland)

Renesas Electronics Corporation (Japan)

ROHM Semiconductor (Japan)

Dialog Semiconductor (Germany)

Microchip Technology Inc. (U.S.)

Segment Analysis:

By Type

Multi-channel Segment Dominates Due to Growing Demand for Higher Efficiency Power Management

The market is segmented based on type into:

Single Channel

Subtypes: Non-isolated, Isolated

Multi-channel

Subtypes: Dual-output, Triple-output, Quad-output

By Application

Automotive Segment Leads Owing to Increasing Electronic Content in Vehicles

The market is segmented based on application into:

Industrial

Aerospace

Automotive

Medical

Others

By Form Factor

Surface-Mount Devices Gaining Traction Due to Miniaturization Trends

The market is segmented based on form factor into:

Through-hole

Surface-mount

By Voltage Rating

Low Voltage Segment Prevails in Consumer Electronics Applications

The market is segmented based on voltage rating into:

Low Voltage (Below 5V)

Medium Voltage (5V-24V)

High Voltage (Above 24V)

Regional Analysis: Point of Load Power Chip Market

North America The North American Point of Load (PoL) power chip market is driven by strong demand from automotive, industrial, and aerospace applications, particularly in the U.S. and Canada. The region benefits from advanced semiconductor manufacturing infrastructure and high investments in next-generation power management solutions. With automotive electrification trends accelerating—such as the shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)—demand for efficient PoL power chips is rising. Additionally, data center expansions and 5G infrastructure deployments are fueling growth. The U.S. holds the majority share, supported by key players like Texas Instruments and Analog Devices, as well as increasing government-backed semiconductor investments such as the CHIPS and Science Act.

Europe Europe’s PoL power chip market is shaped by stringent energy efficiency regulations and strong industrial automation adoption, particularly in Germany and France. The automotive sector remains a key driver, with European OEMs integrating advanced power management solutions to comply with emissions regulations and enhance EV performance. The presence of leading semiconductor firms like Infineon Technologies and STMicroelectronics strengthens innovation, focusing on miniaturization and high-efficiency chips. Challenges include economic uncertainties and supply chain disruptions, but demand remains resilient in medical and renewable energy applications, where precise power distribution is critical.

Asia-Pacific Asia-Pacific dominates the global PoL power chip market, led by China, Japan, and South Korea, which account for a majority of semiconductor production and consumption. China’s rapid industrialization, coupled with its aggressive investments in EVs and consumer electronics, fuels demand for multi-channel PoL solutions. Meanwhile, Japan’s automotive and robotics sectors rely on high-reliability power chips, while India’s expanding telecom and renewable energy infrastructure presents new opportunities. Despite supply chain vulnerabilities and export restrictions impacting the region, local players like Renesas Electronics and ROHM Semiconductor continue to advance technologically.

South America South America’s PoL power chip market is still in a nascent stage, with Brazil and Argentina showing gradual growth in industrial and automotive applications. Local infrastructure limitations and heavy reliance on imports hinder market expansion, but rising investments in automotive manufacturing and renewable energy projects could spur future demand. Political and economic instability remains a barrier; however, increasing digitization in sectors like telecommunications and smart grid development provides a foundation for long-term PoL adoption.

Middle East & Africa The Middle East & Africa’s PoL power chip market is emerging but constrained by limited semiconductor infrastructure. Gulf nations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are investing in smart city projects, data centers, and industrial automation, driving demand for efficient power management solutions. Africa’s market is more fragmented, though increasing mobile penetration and renewable energy initiatives present growth avenues. Regional adoption is slower due to lower local manufacturing capabilities, but partnerships with global semiconductor suppliers could accelerate market penetration.

Report Scope

This market research report provides a comprehensive analysis of the Global Point of Load Power Chip market, covering the forecast period 2025–2032. It offers detailed insights into market dynamics, technological advancements, competitive landscape, and key trends shaping the industry.

Key focus areas of the report include:

Market Size & Forecast: Historical data and future projections for revenue, unit shipments, and market value across major regions and segments. The Global Point of Load Power Chip market was valued at USD 1.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.8 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 11.3%.

Segmentation Analysis: Detailed breakdown by product type (Single Channel, Multi-channel), application (Industrial, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, Others), and end-user industry to identify high-growth segments and investment opportunities.

Regional Outlook: Insights into market performance across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Asia-Pacific currently dominates with 42% market share due to strong semiconductor manufacturing presence.

Competitive Landscape: Profiles of leading market participants including Analog Devices, Texas Instruments, and Infineon Technologies, including their product offerings, R&D focus (notably in automotive and industrial applications), and recent developments.

Technology Trends & Innovation: Assessment of emerging technologies including integration with IoT devices, advanced power management solutions, and miniaturization trends in semiconductor design.

Market Drivers & Restraints: Evaluation of factors driving market growth (increasing demand for energy-efficient devices, growth in automotive electronics) along with challenges (supply chain constraints, semiconductor shortages).

Stakeholder Analysis: Insights for component suppliers, OEMs, system integrators, and investors regarding strategic opportunities in evolving power management solutions.

Related Reports:https://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/laser-diode-cover-glass-market-valued.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/q-switches-for-industrial-market-key.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/ntc-smd-thermistor-market-emerging_19.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/lightning-rod-for-building-market.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/cpe-chip-market-analysis-cagr-of-121.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/line-array-detector-market-key-players.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/tape-heaters-market-industry-size-share.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/wavelength-division-multiplexing-module.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/electronic-spacer-market-report.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/5g-iot-chip-market-technology-trends.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/polarization-beam-combiner-market.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/amorphous-selenium-detector-market-key.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/output-mode-cleaners-market-industry.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/digitally-controlled-attenuators-market.htmlhttps://semiconductorblogs21.blogspot.com/2025/06/thin-double-sided-fpc-market-key.html