Objective

To assess the applicability of intellectual property (IP) developed for another wireless system to WCDMA.

Approach

Systems4Silicon proposed two phases: a shorter feasibility study followed by an optional proof-of-concept simulation that would provide suitable justification to prospective investors. The first phase included sufficient work to provide an engineering justification for proceeding with the second. This limited the customer’s risk and commitment.

Outcome

Using a combination of experience and mathematical analysis, Systems4Silicon determined how to apply the new IP to the WCDMA standard. Some simulation models were developed to evaluate the functionality. The findings were formally documented and presented to the customer.

Systems4Silicon determined that in one area the new technology was applicable but gave no advantage. In another area the technology degraded the WCDMA modulation performance such that it was no longer possible to attain the Peak Code Domain Error (PCDE) requirements of the standard.

The customer decided that there was no justification for progressing to Phase 2 and so the project was concluded.

Benefits

Systems4Silicon fulfilled the objectives of the project. Proposing two project phases also meant that the customer was protected from considerable outlay as their original intention was to pursue a full proof-of-concept model from the outset.

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