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Business Wire
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Wire
CORRECTING and REPLACING Codasip looks to Silicon Creations' PLL to drive RISC-V Automotive Safety-Critical Core
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Headline of release should read: Codasip looks to Silicon Creations' PLL to drive RISC-V Automotive Safety-Critical Core (instead of Codasip looks to Silicon Creations' PLL to drive RSIC-V Automotive Safety-Critical Core). The updated release reads: CODASIP LOOKS TO SILICON CREATIONS' PLL TO DRIVE RISC-V AUTOMOTIVE SAFETY-CRITICAL CORE Silicon Creations, a leading provider of high-performance analog and mixed-signal intellectual property (IP) today announced that its low-area integer PLL has been successfully integrated into Codasip's latest test chip, enabling the evaluation of Codasip's L31AS dual-core lock-step CPU and crypto accelerator IP. The collaboration marks a key milestone in the deployment of robust and efficient clocking solutions for automotive-grade RISC-V systems. Designed for automotive applications, Codasip's L31AS CPU is a safety-critical, high-performance RISC-V core. To meet the stringent clocking requirements of this environment, Codasip selected Silicon Creations' low-area integer PLL for its ultra-small footprint, proven silicon track record, ease of integration, and excellent low-jitter digital clock generation. The integration delivered the precise clocking performance needed while minimizing silicon area and system complexity. 'We are thrilled to support Codasip's innovative RISC-V processor development with our area-optimized digital clocking PLL,' said Randy Caplan, co-founder of Silicon Creations. 'This partnership highlights not only the flexibility of our PLL technology but also how optimized clocking solutions can help accelerate the delivery of automotive-grade, high-performance computing platforms.' Paul Elliott, Senior Security and Safety Architect at Codasip, commented, 'The successful integration of Silicon Creations' PLL into our L31AS dual-core test chip is a significant step for Codasip. As we advance our automotive and embedded system solutions, the reliability and performance of this PLL will play a critical role in supporting our next-generation designs.' With several upcoming projects requiring precise and efficient PLL technology, Codasip's successful test chip evaluation reinforces its commitment to driving innovation in RISC-V-based technologies for the automotive and embedded markets. The collaboration with Silicon Creations demonstrates the importance of strategic IP partnerships in accelerating time-to-market while meeting stringent industry requirements. About Codasip Codasip is a leading provider of customizable processor cores and associated toolchains, specializing in RISC-V-based architectures. The company offers high-performance, energy-efficient solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, embedded systems, and IoT. Codasip's flexible and scalable designs meet the growing demands of the semiconductor industry with future-proof solutions. About Silicon Creations Silicon Creations provides world-class silicon intellectual property (IP) for precision and general-purpose timing PLLs, SerDes and high-speed differential I/Os. Silicon Creations' IP is in production from 3 to 180 nanometer process technologies, with 2nm GDS available for deployment. With a complete commitment to customer success, its IP has an excellent record of first silicon to mass production in customer designs. Silicon Creations, founded in 2006, is self-funded and growing. The company has development centers in Atlanta, USA, and Krakow, Poland, and worldwide sales representation. For more information, visit All reference to Silicon Creations trademarks are the property of Silicon Creations, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
Business Wire
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Codasip looks to Silicon Creations' PLL to drive RSIC-V Automotive Safety-Critical Core
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Silicon Creations, a leading provider of high-performance analog and mixed-signal intellectual property (IP) today announced that its low-area integer PLL has been successfully integrated into Codasip's latest test chip, enabling the evaluation of Codasip's L31AS dual-core lock-step CPU and crypto accelerator IP. The collaboration marks a key milestone in the deployment of robust and efficient clocking solutions for automotive-grade RISC-V systems. Designed for automotive applications, Codasip's L31AS CPU is a safety-critical, high-performance RISC-V core. To meet the stringent clocking requirements of this environment, Codasip selected Silicon Creations' low-area integer PLL for its ultra-small footprint, proven silicon track record, ease of integration, and excellent low-jitter digital clock generation. The integration delivered the precise clocking performance needed while minimizing silicon area and system complexity. 'We are thrilled to support Codasip's innovative RISC-V processor development with our area-optimized digital clocking PLL,' said Randy Caplan, co-founder of Silicon Creations. 'This partnership highlights not only the flexibility of our PLL technology but also how optimized clocking solutions can help accelerate the delivery of automotive-grade, high-performance computing platforms.' Paul Elliott, Senior Security and Safety Architect at Codasip, commented, 'The successful integration of Silicon Creations' PLL into our L31AS dual-core test chip is a significant step for Codasip. As we advance our automotive and embedded system solutions, the reliability and performance of this PLL will play a critical role in supporting our next-generation designs.' With several upcoming projects requiring precise and efficient PLL technology, Codasip's successful test chip evaluation reinforces its commitment to driving innovation in RISC-V-based technologies for the automotive and embedded markets. The collaboration with Silicon Creations demonstrates the importance of strategic IP partnerships in accelerating time-to-market while meeting stringent industry requirements. About Codasip Codasip is a leading provider of customizable processor cores and associated toolchains, specializing in RISC-V-based architectures. The company offers high-performance, energy-efficient solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, embedded systems, and IoT. Codasip's flexible and scalable designs meet the growing demands of the semiconductor industry with future-proof solutions. About Silicon Creations Silicon Creations provides world-class silicon intellectual property (IP) for precision and general-purpose timing PLLs, SerDes and high-speed differential I/Os. Silicon Creations' IP is in production from 3 to 180 nanometer process technologies, with 2nm GDS available for deployment. With a complete commitment to customer success, its IP has an excellent record of first silicon to mass production in customer designs. Silicon Creations, founded in 2006, is self-funded and growing. The company has development centers in Atlanta, USA, and Krakow, Poland, and worldwide sales representation. For more information, visit All reference to Silicon Creations trademarks are the property of Silicon Creations, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
Associated Press
10-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Silicon Creations Expands Clocking IP Portfolio on TSMC N2P Technology including Novel Temperature Sensor Design
Silicon Creations, a leading provider of high-performance analog and mixed-signal intellectual property (IP), today announced the successful tape-out of a chip on the TSMC N2P process including a novel temperature sensor design and an expanded portfolio of clocking IP to support next-generation semiconductor products. The newly developed temperature sensor using N2P technology marks a departure from traditional BJT-based temperature sensing methods. This innovative design is compatible with current leading-edge semiconductor fabrication processes while offering a complete and SoC integration-friendly temperature monitoring solution. By addressing evolving industry needs, this sensor underscores Silicon Creations' commitment to innovation within existing and future semiconductor technologies. In addition to the temperature sensor, the chip on the TSMC N2P process expands Silicon Creations' silicon-proven 2nm portfolio, which includes a wide range of precision clocking solutions such as phase-locked loops (PLLs) and oscillators. As an industry leader in both clocking IP – including ring-based and LC-based PLLs – and high-speed interface IP (SerDes), Silicon Creations continues to set the standard for high-performance, reliable, integration-friendly designs. Silicon Creations' clocking portfolio includes: Jitter-optimized, power-optimized, and area-optimized PLLs Fast-frequency-hopping frequency-locked loops (FLLs) Free-running oscillators Low-noise crystal oscillators Low-noise clock buffers Commitment to Excellence and Quality Silicon Creations offers over 700 unique IP products, including more than 450 different PLLs, designed to meet diverse customer requirements. The company's ISO-9001 certification reflects its adherence to strict quality processes, ensuring designs meet target specifications. Extensive silicon testing across process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) variations, along with detailed test reports, reduces risk for customers and accelerates time-to-market. Proven Track Record With over 500 customers, Silicon Creations' IP has been integral to more than 1,600 mass production chips and has been deployed in over 12 million 12-inch wafers. The company's robust portfolio and focus on customer success have solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the semiconductor industry. A member of the TSMC Open Innovation Platform ® (OIP) Ecosystem for over 12 years, Silicon Creations has won the TSMC OIP Partner of the Year award for eight consecutive years, demonstrating its leadership in the field and commitment to innovation. About Silicon Creations Silicon Creations provides world-class silicon intellectual property (IP) for precision and general-purpose timing PLLs, SerDes and high-speed differential I/Os. Silicon Creations' IP is in production from 2 to 180 nanometer process technologies, with 2nm GDS available for deployment. With a complete commitment to customer success, its IP has an excellent record of first silicon to mass production in customer designs. Silicon Creations, founded in 2006, is self-funded and growing. The company has development centers in Atlanta, USA, and Krakow, Poland, and worldwide sales representation. For more information, visit PUB: 02/10/2025 12:46 PM/DISC: 02/10/2025 12:47 PM
