Processor Circuit Extraction and Analysis

Target Product

A multicore CPU was to be examined for the Processor Circuit Extraction & Analysis.

Purpose

Determine if a certain type of circuit blocks is present in the product.

Procedure

  • The CPU was decapped, delayered, and SEM photographed
  • An automated software was used for circuit extraction
  • The extracted circuits were then reviewed to confirm accuracy
  • A search for candidate circuit block type of interest was performed

Result of Processor Circuit Extraction & Analysis

  • Multiple possible occurrences of the circuit block type of interest were found
  • They were analyzed in great detail to confirm their match with the block type of interest.
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