Circuit aging is emerging as a mandatory design concern across a swath of end markets, particularly in markets where advanced-node chips are expected to last for more than a few years. Some chipmakers ...

A new software tool introduced on Monday by Synopsys promises to improve the reliability and safety of chips designed for areas ranging from automotive and medical to the aerospace and defense sectors ...

The following research paper was discussed at the IEEE Workshop on Accelerated Stress Testing and Reliability. Learn what robust design and reliability engineering really is. Robust Design (RD) ...

Reliability and safety are two inter-relatable terms that define the overall effectiveness of any working system ― be it an electrical system, mechanical system, or a combination of both. The concept ...

For decades, megaprojects in every industry have been designed to provide specific functionality or value with delivery and commissioning as the end goal. Large process and refinery projects, such as ...

Bridges are more than just physical structures; they are vital connections that support communities, economies and daily life. As bridge engineers, we must recognize that designing a bridge is not ...

From sold-out concerts and global sports tournaments to real-time airline bookings, ticketing platforms face one of the ...

Faster processors, lowered power targets and shrinking technology have increased the complexity of integrated circuit (IC) reliability analysis. With the 20nm node becoming mainstream, IC design teams ...

Reliability by design is ultimately about moving from reaction to anticipation. It is about listening to what the equipment ...