SCALE On-Chip Dynamic Power Supplies for Mixed-Signal SoCs

The teaching material "SCALE On-Chip Dynamic Power Supplies for Mixed-Signal SoCs" discusses the design and implementation of on-chip dynamic power supplies for mixed-signal System-on-Chips (SoCs). The authors highlight the importance of considering power supply constraints in the design of modern SoCs, particularly in applications where space, weight, and power consumption are critical factors. They also emphasize the need to address security concerns related to power supply emissions, which can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.
The material covers various aspects of on-chip dynamic power supplies, including their design for compactness and low power consumption, as well as their integration with mixed-signal SoCs. The authors discuss the challenges of designing power supplies that are secure, efficient, and compact, particularly in applications such as satellite communications and soldier-carrying devices. They also touch on the potential use of AI-powered systems, which require significant amounts of power to operate, and the need for low-power solutions to make them more portable and practical.