Power gating in integrated circuits for leakage reduction

Details Power gating in integrated circuits for leakage reduction Power gating in integrated circuits for leakage reduction

2011-03-22

2011-03-22

Beausoliel, Robert (Department: 2117)

Error detection/correction and fault detection/recovery

Pulse or data error handling

Digital logic testing

C714S718000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07913141

ABSTRACT:
A system is disclosed for reducing current leakages in an integrated circuit (IC), the system comprises one or more separated power supply lines connecting between one or more power sources and an isolated circuitry, one or more switches on the separated power supply lines for controlling the connections between the power sources and the isolated circuitry, and one or more controllers for turning the switches on or off according to one or more predetermined conditions.

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