Switch methodology for mask-programmable logic devices
US7165230B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 2, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 16, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH03K19/17796
- WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A mask-programmable logic device that implements a pre-existing circuit design and that includes programmable smart switches is provided. The smart switches are metal terminals that may be programmed to perform configuration-related logic functions of the pre-existing circuit design.
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