Research to Investigate the Mechanisms of Transient Radiation Induced Latchup in Integrated Circuits.
Abstract
A study was made of integrated circuit (IC) structures which are susceptible to ionizing-radiation-induced latchup. Structures exhibiting PNPN action, transistor sustaining voltage breakdown, and second breakdown were evaluated. The usefulness of laboratory electrical testing techniques to identify latchup-prone structures was established. It is concluded that certain design and testing procedures can establish a high level of confidence in the radiation resistance of a given IC type to latchup-mode failures. Recommendations are made concerning these procedures. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1969
- Accession Number
- AD0852862
Entities
People
- James F. Leavy
- Robert A. Poll
Organizations
- Utility Systems Science and Software (United States)