Batch Testing Apparatus Using USB Interface for Chip Supply Efficiency

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional chip testing methods are inefficient for batch testing due to high requirements on communication capability between a main control device and test platforms, poor portability, and difficulty in controlling multiple platforms simultaneously, which restricts the efficiency and capability of chip suppliers.

Innovation Solution

A method and apparatus for batch testing that uses a USB interface for information exchange between a main control device and test platforms, involving writing unique test identifications, generating device identification sequences, and sending corresponding test cases to execute specific test cases, resulting in efficient batch testing with clear test results.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If conventional chip testing methods are used, then testing capability is maintained, but batch testing efficiency deteriorates due to high communication requirements and difficulty in controlling multiple platforms simultaneously

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebatch testing efficiencyVSAvoidcommunication capability requirements
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple test platforms into a unified batch testing system where a single test program can control multiple platforms simultaneously. By combining platform identification, test case distribution, and result collection into one integrated workflow, the system achieves efficient batch testing without requiring complex individual communication with each platform.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The test program is designed with universal functionality to adapt to multiple test platforms through platform identification mechanisms. The same test program can be distributed to different platforms and executed autonomously on each, eliminating the need for separate communication protocols or customized test programs for each platform.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Productivity

If conventional testing methods are used, then individual device testing is performed, but supply efficiency deteriorates due to inability to perform batch testing

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupply efficiencyVSAvoidoperation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the batch testing process into independent, parallel-executable test cases that can be distributed to multiple platforms simultaneously. Each platform executes its assigned test case autonomously, and results are collected independently, enabling supply chain efficiency improvement without increasing operational complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary actions by pre-distributing test cases to multiple platforms before actual testing begins. Platform identification and test case assignment are completed in advance, allowing parallel execution of tests across multiple devices, thereby improving supply efficiency without requiring complex real-time coordination.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Adaptability or versatility

If conventional testing methods are used, then testing can be performed, but portability of test program deteriorates due to platform-specific requirements

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetest program portabilityVSAvoidcommunication reliability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs parameter changes by introducing platform identification parameters that allow the same test program to adapt to different platforms. The test program reads platform-specific parameters (such as device identifiers) at runtime and adjusts its execution accordingly, maintaining high portability while ensuring reliable communication through standardized parameter interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The system introduces an intermediary mechanism in the form of platform identification and parameter passing layers between the universal test program and specific test platforms. This intermediary layer enables the test program to communicate with different platforms through a standardized interface, improving portability while maintaining communication reliability through the mediator's coordination.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS12112815B2Method and apparatus for batch testing device, related computer device and medium
Publication Date: 2024.10.08 CHANGXIN MEMORY TECH INC
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AI summary

The present application relates to a method and apparatus for batch testing device, related a computer device and a medium. The method includes: writing a corresponding test identification into each of the devices to be tested, wherein different devices to be tested have different test identifications; acquiring a device identification of each of the devices to be tested and generating a device identification sequence; sending corresponding test cases to the devices to be tested sequentially according to the device identification sequence, so that each of the devices to be tested executes the corresponding test case; and generating a test result for each of the devices to be tested, the test result corresponding to the corresponding test identification.