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Memristor-MOS hybrid circuit redundant multiplier

This paper introduces a step forward towards memristor-MOS hybrid circuit to achieve any combinational function. The proposed design is based on reducing the area by replacing the complete pull-down network with just one memristor and one comparator. The concept is then verified using an example of a simple function. Also, a proposed architecture for memristor based redundant multiplier circuit is introduced and verified using the SPICE simulation. Therefore, any redundant functions can be implemented using the same concept. © 2014 IEEE.

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2T2M memristor-based memory cell for higher stability RRAM modules

This paper introduces a novel 2T2M memristor based memory cell which, offers higher stability and noise margins than previous works. The proposed 2T2M RRAM module is similar to conventional 6T SRAM module in terms of delay and number of interface pins. However, the predicted area of the proposed 2T2M RRAM cell is significantly lower compared to the CMOS based 6T SRAM cell, and is also expected to consume lower energy. The nonvolatile characteristics of the cell make it more attractive for nonvolatile random access memory design. Write, read and repeated read operations of the proposed 2T2M

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Parameterized test patterns methodology for layout design rule checking verification

Design rules verification is an essential stage in the Process Design Kit (PDK) release for any fab. Since achieving high yield is the target of any fab, the design rules should ensure this. Design rules violations happening after fabrication lead to disastrous results on the mask sets as well as increased cost and delayed schedules. Here comes the importance of verifying these design rules and making sure that they represent the process in a manner that achieves a high yield and detects design rules issues early on. The verification process consumes 60% of the release cycle and the most time

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Generalized smooth transition map between tent and logistic maps

There is a continuous demand on novel chaotic generators to be employed in various modeling and pseudo-random number generation applications. This paper proposes a new chaotic map which is a general form for one-dimensional discrete-time maps employing the power function with the tent and logistic maps as special cases. The proposed map uses extra parameters to provide responses that fit multiple applications for which conventional maps were not enough. The proposed generalization covers also maps whose iterative relations are not based on polynomials, i.e. with fractional powers. We introduce

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An eight-term 3-D novel chaotic system with three quadratic nonlinearities, its adaptive feedback control and synchronization

This research work describes an eight-term 3-D novel polynomial chaotic system consisting of three quadratic nonlinearities. First, this work presents the 3-D dynamics of the novel chaotic system and depicts the phase portraits of the system. Next, the qualitative properties of the novel chaotic system are discussed in detail. The novel chaotic system has four equilibrium points. We show that two equilibrium points are saddle points and the other equilibrium points are saddle-foci. The Lyapunov exponents of the novel chaotic system are obtained as L1 = 0.4715, L2 = 0 and L3 = -2.4728. The

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An eight-term 3-D novel chaotic system with three quadratic nonlinearities, its adaptive feedback control and synchronization

This research work describes an eight-term 3-D novel polynomial chaotic system consisting of three quadratic nonlinearities. First, this work presents the 3-D dynamics of the novel chaotic system and depicts the phase portraits of the system. Next, the qualitative properties of the novel chaotic system are discussed in detail. The novel chaotic system has four equilibrium points. We show that two equilibrium points are saddle points and the other equilibrium points are saddle-foci. The Lyapunov exponents of the novel chaotic system are obtained as L1 = 0.4715, L2 = 0 and L3 = −2.4728. The

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Adaptive control of a novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system

This research work describes a six-term novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system with two nonlinearities. First, this work presents the 3-D dynamics of the novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system and depicts the phase portraits of the system. Our novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system is obtained by modifying the dynamics of the Rucklidge chaotic system (1992). Next, the qualitative properties of the novel chaotic system are discussed in detail. The novel chaotic system has three equilibrium points. We show that the equilibrium point at the origin is a saddle point

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Adaptive control of a novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system

This researchwork describes a six-term novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system with two nonlinearities. First, this work presents the 3-D dynamics of the novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system and depicts the phase portraits of the system. Our novel nonlinear double convection chaotic system is obtained by modifying the dynamics of the Rucklidge chaotic system (1992). Next, the qualitative properties of the novel chaotic system are discussed in detail. The novel chaotic system has three equilibrium points. We show that the equilibrium point at the origin is a saddle point

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Programmable constant phase element realization with crossbar arrays

Introduction: Constant Phase Elements (CPEs) have been widely used in many applications due to the extra degree of freedom, which offers new responses and behaviors. Objectives: This paper proposes a new programmable CPE realization using resistive crossbar arrays. By programming the resistive devices, different CPEs can be obtained. Methods: The proposed realization can be approximated as a weighted sum of low and high pass filters having the same cut-off frequency (i.e., Lapicque model). The closed-form approximation expression is derived, and then the Flower Pollination Algorithm (FPA) is

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Design and analysis of 2T2M hybrid CMOS-Memristor based RRAM

In this paper, a Static Noise Margin (SNM) analysis for 2T2M RRAM cell is investigated. The proposed analysis is done using mathematical formulation and verified by SPICE simulations. The analysis is tested for both, write and read modes. Moreover, the analysis is applied to diverse types of RRAM cells, and a comparison between the performance of such cells is discussed. Additionally, the effect of the exponential memristor model on the memristor behaviour in terms of switching speed and the range of the memristor resistance are discussed in detail. The circuits design and simulations were

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