'SUPERCRYPT' ASIC technology facilitates a new device family for data encryption

SUPERCRYPT, a new hardware implementation of the DES Data Encryption Standard by means of a semi-custom cell-based ASIC technology is described. An encryption speed of 100 Mbits/s has been achieved on silicon applying 1 micron design rules, whereas a scaled 0.8 micron version will be operating faster than 140 Mbit/s. The semi-custom design methodology is briefly outlined and practical experiences are reported. Typical device parameters and applications are summarised.<
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