Title :
Crosstalk- and SEU-Aware Networks on Chips
Author :
Frantz, Arthur Pereira ; Cassel, Maico ; Kastensmidt, Fernanda Lima ; Cota, Erika ; Carro, Luigi
Author_Institution :
Datacom Telecommun.
Abstract :
On-chip routing elements are extensively used in complex NoC designs. Faulty operation of such elements due to crosstalk faults or soft errors can severely affect a device´s functionality and performance. This article investigates the application of different hardware- and software-based approaches to improving these elements´ dependability, and discusses the advantages and drawbacks of these approaches from an energy consumption perspective.
Keywords :
fault diagnosis; logic design; microprocessor chips; network routing; network topology; network-on-chip; crosstalk faults; device functionality; device performance; element dependability; energy consumption; network-on-chips; on-chip routing elements; single event upsets; Circuit faults; Communication channels; Communication system control; Crosstalk; Flip-flops; Network-on-a-chip; Protection; Routing; Sequential circuits; Single event transient; crosstalk; fault tolerance. energy-aware systems; hardware-software codesign; network on chip; single-event upset;
Journal_Title :
Design & Test of Computers, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MDT.2007.128
