What is BIST (built-in self-test)?

Test circuitry built into the chip so that it generates test patterns and checks results by itself. It is widely used, for example, to test memories.

Field: Testing and inspection

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Questions that mention BIST (built-in self-test) (2)

  1. Which correctly describes BIST (built-in self-test)?
  2. What is a typical use of a linear feedback shift register (LFSR), which feeds the XOR of some outputs of a shift register back to its input?

Related terms

Shift register ATE (automatic test equipment) ATPG (automatic test pattern generation) Burn-in DFT (design for testability) Fault coverage IDDQ test KGD (known good die) Probe card Scan test

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