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Logic built-in self-test programmable pattern bit mask

US8522097B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 16, 2010
Grant dateAug 27, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 17, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01R31/318555
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

In a particular embodiment, a method is disclosed that includes mapping failing bit positions within multiple scan chains to memory locations of a memory mask. The method also includes executing logic built-in self-test (LBIST) testing on a semiconductor device using the memory mask to selectively mask certain results within the multiple scan chains. The results are associated with performance of LBIST testing on the semiconductor device.

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