VLSI TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS

The rapidly increasing complexity of telecommunication systems has created a growing need for both standard and custom VLSI devices. The recently standardized Sonet, SDH and ATM networks are areas where circuit integration is especially essential in order to make implementation of these networks practical. Telecomm-specific VLSI devices present interesting challenges to the designer This paper analyzes some of the requirements for integrated circuits that are frequently encountered or are unique to telecommunications, and suggests approaches to dealing with them.