| In this research, the development of a Smart-Sensor Interface IC (SSIIC) for automotive applications is proposed. This IC provides signal-conditioning and analog-to-digital conversion locally at the sensor. Through the use of field-programmable analog-array technology, this IC can be configured to adapt to different types of sensors and applications easily.;A primary feature of this IC is that it requires only a single wire for power and digital communication. This drastically reduces the amount of wiring required for sensor interfacing in an automobile.;In this thesis, an architecture for the SSIIC is presented. Key sections of the SSIIC are realized in CMOS IC technology and in the form of discrete component prototypes. The experimental results show that a single-wire interface is feasible, and that further research into the development of a monolithic SSIIC is justified. |
