Transient response of I2L

Based on a device physics model given recently, we present in this paper, the analysis for transient response of I²L family with emphasis on two major factors: (1) The operation of I²L is due to the mutual interaction of three PN junctions. (2) For switching applications, the input current and voltage of the second stage are identical to the output current and voltage of the first stage. Therefore for I²L, the driving and matching conditions need particular consideration. Theoretical and experimental results will be given to illustrate essential points obtained by using the new model. The effect of these results on scaling and circuit design for I²L VLSI will be discussed.