Electromigrationaware
Electromigrationaware is a term used in the field of semiconductor manufacturing and design to describe the consideration of electromigration effects during the design process. Electromigration is a phenomenon where the gradual movement of metal atoms in a conductor occurs due to the momentum transfer from flowing electrons. This movement can lead to the formation of voids or extrusions, which can ultimately cause circuit failures.
Designing for electromigration awareness involves implementing techniques and rules to mitigate these risks. This can include
The importance of electromigration awareness increases with the shrinking dimensions of semiconductor devices. As wires become