Understanding failure modes, mechanisms, and root causes is critical in the manufacturing of semiconductors and electronic devices. Identifying the underlying cause of a failure not only helps prevent ...

This article provides insights into the importance of an IC’s pin failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to comply with functional-safety standards such as IEC 61508 and ISO... 1. FMEA and its ...

If you want to understand how a device will fail in the real world, you have to be willing to stress it in the lab first. That idea sits at the center of modern semiconductor reliability engineering ...