System designs continue to push the boundaries of performance in every aspect including high temperature operation. It is important not only to know the current temperature but also be able to predict the temperature based on sudden load or performance changes. The Temperature Slew Rate Warning gives system designers a new tool to prevent thermal stress and degradation by allowing for predictive temperature control.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Temperature control traditionally uses min or max temperature thresholds to take corrective action using the system's thermal cooling system or shut-down devices. This process does not address over temperature conditions that occur between temperature conversion samples, or allow systems to predict thermal issues before they occur. Additionally, as system designs become more compact and higher power, thermal limit excursions can occur quicker leading to system damage.