We present a novel testing scheme for TSVs in a 3D IC by performing on-chip TSV monitoring before bonding, using a sense amplification technique that is commonly seen on a DRAM. By virtue of the inherent capacitive characteristics, we can detect the faulty TSVs with little area overhead for the circuit under test.
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Asian Test Symposium, 2009. ATS '09.
Date of Conference: 23-26 Nov. 2009