Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) is the process of creating an integrated circuit (IC) by combining millions or billions of MOS transistors onto a single chip
. VLSI technology began in the 1970s, enabling complex semiconductor and telecommunication technologies
. Some key aspects of VLSI include:
- Microprocessors and memory chips : These are examples of VLSI devices
- Structured VLSI design : A modular methodology for saving space and improving efficiency in complex designs
- VLSI design flow : The process of designing VLSI circuits involves several stages, including specifying the functionality, interface, and architecture of the digital IC circuit, and then creating a behavioral description to analyze the design in terms of functionality, performance, and compliance with given standards
- Advantages : VLSI technology offers increased miniaturization, portability, performance, reliability, and functionality in electronic devices and systems
VLSI technology has driven the growth of the electronics industry and is used in various applications, such as smartphones, cellular communications, control systems, and high-performance computing
