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| StarChip Announces Tape-out of its 32bit-Secure Chip SIM Platform StarChip announces the tape-out of its 32bit-Secure chip SIM platform. This new technology includes Flash secure 32-bit SIM architecture based on Cortus APS3S core and providing high-level endurance management, fast personalization mode and fully secure lifecycle handling. StarChip believes that the only way to implement a secure architecture including core protection and customization would require close cooperation with CORE IP design experts. Only Cortus were found who combines a native powerful and cost effective 32-bit architecture with access to the processor experts required to support the development of an innovative secure SIM architecture. Moreover, the redistributable complete Cortus tool chain enables StarChip to supply secure, customised and state-of-the-art development solution to its customers. In addition to the close collaboration between StarChip Engineers and Cortus experts, the APS3 was chosen for its small silicon footprint and low power consumption. As part of the solution Cortus provided extensive test benches which saved weeks of the development time and improved confidence in the overall design. The Cortus APS3 is a fully 32-bit processor designed specifically for embedded systems. It features a tiny silicon footprint (the same size as an 8051), very low power consumption and high code density. A full development environment is available, which is available for customization and branding for final customer use. The ecosystem around the APS3 is rich and well developed, it includes a full development environment (for C and C++), peripherals typical of embedded systems, bus bridges to ensure easy interfacing to other IP and system support and functions such as cache and memory management units. For the most demanding designs the APS3 can be used in a multi-core configuration. The APS3 processor core is currently in production in a range of products from security applications to ultra low power RF designs. write your comments about the article :: © 2010 Computing News :: home page |