Analyzing Current Distribution in Power Delivery Networks under Different Workloads for Electromigration Reliability

Project description:

This internship aims to study power delivery networks (PDNs) in advanced technologies by analyzing how different workloads impact current distribution and how PDN geometry influences these patterns. The primary objective is to understand the factors that affect current distribution and stress distribution, which is crucial for understanding electromigration—a major concern for PDN reliability.
The intern will gain practical experience in circuit design and data curation, while contributing to the understanding of electromigration’s effects on PDN performance and reliability. Additionally, the intern will gain exposure to state-of-the-art tools and methodologies used in the industry for circuit design.

Project Tasks:

• Research and understand the latest developments in PDN design and electromigration risks.
• Analyze how PDN geometry affects current distribution
• Collaborate with researchers to gain insights into the effects of PDN design on electromigration.

Requirements to fulfil this project:

• Understanding of CMOS technology
• Communicative and active team player
• Programming skill in Python
• Prior experience with EDA tools is a plus

Type of Project: Internship 

Duration: 6 months 

Master's degree: Master of Engineering Technology; Master of Engineering Science 

Master program: Electrotechnics/Electrical Engineering; Nanoscience & Nanotechnology 

For more information or application, please contact Simone Esposto (simone.esposto@imec.be).

Imec allowance will be provided for students studying at a non-Belgian university.