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Using Graphene to Enable Trusted Microelectronics. Final LDRD Report

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/1601328· OSTI ID:1601328
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  1. Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)

This report summaries the work of a 2-year LDRD project aimed at using graphene in integrated circuits in ways that would both obfuscate their function and enhance their level of trust. We have studied (both experimentally and theoretically) process steps, optical properties, design/layout of circuits, and many kinds of analytical techniques. Our conclusion is that graphene shows promise in this application, but additional work must be done to improve compatibility with existing CMOS manufacturing facilities particularly in the area of contamination.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Laboratories (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
1601328
Report Number(s):
SAND--2016-9312; 684016
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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