The Integrated Circuits and Electronics (ICE) Laboratory at the Department of Mechanics and Electronics develops next-generation integrated circuits and electronic systems for healthcare, industrial sensing, and intelligent computing. Our research combines analog, mixed-signal, RF, and embedded system design to create energy-efficient, high-performance hardware solutions.
Research Frontiers
Implantable neural recording systems and wearable neuromodulation technologies for neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy.
Intelligent platforms integrating sensing, signal processing, drug delivery, and electrical, optical, or ultrasonic stimulation.
Energy-efficient analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits for battery-powered and implantable devices.
Novel sensing technologies, including MEMS and spintronic sensors, for biomedical and industrial applications.
Brain-inspired computing systems based on CMOS and emerging technologies for next-generation artificial intelligence.
High-precision amplifiers, data converters, and sensor interface circuits for scientific and industrial instrumentation.
Efficient power management solutions and energy harvesting techniques for autonomous electronic systems.
By combining innovative circuit design with intelligent sensing and computing, ICElab develops technologies that enable future healthcare systems, smart sensors, and energy-efficient electronics.
Technical Expertise
ICElab provides expertise across the complete development cycle of integrated circuits and intelligent electronic systems, from device-level characterization to system integration and validation.
Design, simulation, testing, and characterization of high-performance integrated circuits.
Custom digital hardware design, prototyping, and embedded system implementation.
Custom ICs and electronic systems for neural interfaces, biosignal acquisition, and wearable and implantable medical devices.
Research on nanoscale devices and novel electronic technologies.
Electrical measurement, performance evaluation, and reliability testing of semiconductor devices and integrated circuits.
Hardware integration, testing, and characterization of complete electronic systems, including brain implant platforms.
Facilities
ICElab offers a modern research environment equipped with advanced laboratory instrumentation for electronics design, prototyping, testing, and characterization. Our facilities support research across integrated circuits, biomedical electronics, sensor interfaces, power electronics, and embedded systems, enabling rapid development from concept to validated prototype.
RF & High-Frequency Characterization
Facilities for generating, measuring, and analyzing RF and high-frequency signals.
CAPABILITIES
RF signal generationSpectrum & frequency-domain analysisHarmonic & spurious measurementsRF circuit characterizationNoise & modulation analysis
EQUIPMENT
- Rohde & Schwarz SMA100B Signal Generator – high-purity RF/microwave signal generation; very low phase noise; precise frequency and output-level control; supports modulation and sweep measurements.
- Rohde & Schwarz FSV Signal & Spectrum Analyzer – RF spectrum and signal analysis; harmonic and spurious measurements; occupied-bandwidth and modulation analysis.
- Rohde & Schwarz FPL Spectrum Analyzer – compact RF spectrum analysis; high sensitivity and dynamic range; useful for troubleshooting, harmonic, and EMI pre-compliance work.
- Rohde & Schwarz RTO6 Oscilloscope – high-bandwidth, multi-channel time-domain measurements; fast waveform acquisition; advanced triggering and signal analysis.
Signal Generation & Time-Domain Measurement
Flexible generation and analysis of analog, digital, pulse, and arbitrary waveforms.
CAPABILITIES
Arbitrary waveform generationPulse & transient testingClock & timing characterizationCircuit debuggingTime-domain signal analysis
EQUIPMENT
- Keysight 81160A Pulse / Function / Arbitrary Generator – pulse, function, and arbitrary waveform generation; precise timing and pulse control; dual-channel output for transient and mixed-signal testing.
- Keysight 33600A Waveform Generator – arbitrary and standard waveform generation; low-distortion output; modulation, sweep, and burst modes.
- Rohde & Schwarz RTO6 Oscilloscope – shared with Bay 01 for high-speed digital and RF debugging.
Precision Electrical Characterization
Accurate characterization of electronic circuits, components, prototypes, and power consumption.
CAPABILITIES
Voltage & current measurementsResistance measurementsComponent characterizationAutomated DC measurementsPower consumption measurements
EQUIPMENT
- Keysight 34465A Digital Multimeter – 6.5-digit precision; voltage, current, resistance, frequency, and temperature functions; high-speed digitizing; data logging.
- UDS 600 Digital Multimeter – general-purpose precision measurements for circuit verification, troubleshooting, and bench work.
- Rohde & Schwarz HMP4030 Programmable Power Supply – three independent channels; programmable voltage and current limits; series/parallel operation; remote control.
- Keysight E36154A DC Power Supply – high-power programmable DC output; accurate regulation; protection and monitoring for automated power testing.
Impedance & Low-Frequency Signal Analysis
Detailed characterization of passive components, sensors, circuits, and frequency-dependent electrical behaviour.
CAPABILITIES
Complex impedance measurementCapacitance & inductance characterizationFrequency-response measurementsLow-frequency noise analysisFFT & dynamic signal analysis
EQUIPMENT
- Keysight E4990A Impedance Analyzer – precision complex-impedance measurement; resistance, capacitance, inductance, and loss parameters; wide frequency range for components, sensors, and materials.
- Stanford Research Systems SR780 Dynamic Signal Analyzer – dual-channel FFT analysis; frequency-response and transfer-function measurements; noise and distortion analysis.
PCB Prototyping & Assembly
In-house facilities support rapid PCB prototyping, component placement, soldering, and assembly of research hardware – a design can go from layout to a populated, tested board without leaving the building.
CAPABILITIES
Solder paste stencil printingSMD component placementFine-pitch assemblyReflow solderingManual soldering & reworkPrototype & small-series assembly
EQUIPMENT
- FRITSCH printALL005 Stencil Printer – controlled solder-paste printing; accurate PCB-to-stencil alignment; repeatable results before component placement.
- FRITSCH MP904 Pick-and-Place / Assembly Station – assisted precision SMD placement; supports fine-pitch devices and complex prototypes.
- 275-EU Reflow Oven – controlled thermal reflow soldering with programmable heating profiles for populated prototype boards.
- Weller Soldering & Rework Station – temperature-controlled hand soldering, repair and prototype modification.