MCM and monolithic VLSI perspectives on dependencies, integration, performance and economics

Author

Siu, William M.

Author_Institution

Intel Corp., Hillsboro, OR, USA

fYear

1992

fDate

18-20 Mar 1992

Firstpage

4

Lastpage

7

Abstract

It is argued that multichip module (MCM) technologies, tools, and infrastructures are still lacking, while monolithic VLSIs have continued to progress for the past two decades, delivering greater functionality and higher performance at lower cost. The author offers perspectives on the performance and economics of MCMs and VLSIs. In particular, he examines the dependencies and contrasts the competitiveness between these two integration technologies. The analysis points to opportunities and action agendas for MCMs. It is concluded that the MCM is an important system integration technology that, if properly utilized, can provide significant added value. It should not be approached as a VLSI replacement. Rather, it should be used as an important adjunct to VLSIs

Keywords

VLSI; hybrid integrated circuits; modules; MCM perspectives; VLSI perspectives; dependencies; economics; integration; multichip modules; performance; system integration technology; Application software; CMOS technology; Cost function; Environmental economics; High speed optical techniques; Manufacturing; Military computing; Technological innovation; Testing; Very large scale integration;

fLanguage

English

Publisher

ieee

Conference_Titel

Multi-Chip Module Conference, 1992. MCMC-92, Proceedings 1992 IEEE

Conference_Location

Santa Cruz, CA

Print_ISBN

0-8186-2725-5

Type

conf

DOI

10.1109/MCMC.1992.201432

Filename

201432