Analysis and design of an integrated DC-DC Buck converter in a nanoscale FinFET technology

The relentless demand for higher efficiency and reduced form factors in power management solutions has driven the rapid advancements of efficient and compact integrated DC-DC converters, as the complexity and density of modern electronic systems continue to increase. With their superior gate control and reduced leakage current, FinFETs enable the design of high-performance and low-power small scale DC-DC converters, however the design of such PMICs requires a deep understanding of the technology characteristics and its impact on converter performance. The proposed document offers a systematic approach to design and optimize a voltage controlled integrated DC-DC buck converter in nanoscale technology, leveraging the unique characteristics of FinFET devices to achieve enhanced performance metrics, enabling the future development of high-performance and compact power management solutions for a wide range of applications.