Title :
ICs going on a 3-V diet
Author :
Prince, Betty ; Salters, Roelof H W
Author_Institution :
Texas Instrum. Inc., Dallas, TX, USA
fDate :
5/1/1992 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The factors motivating the transition, presently underway, from 5-V to 3-V power supplies for integrated circuits are examined. Such a change would favorably impact the size, weight, and battery life of battery-operated equipment, as well as reduce power consumption and alleviate heat problems in workstations and computers. Standardization issues are considered, and the timing of the transition and the problems that will be encountered are discussed.<>
Keywords :
integrated circuits; power supplies to apparatus; 3 V; 5 V; integrated circuits; power consumption; power supplies; standardisation; Batteries; Clocks; Clouds; Computer displays; Design engineering; Engines; Frequency; Layout; Voltage; Workstations;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
