ChipJuice is a powerful and user-friendly tool designed for the reverse engineering of integrated circuits (ICs). This tool is particularly beneficial for digital forensics activities, offering capabilities such as backdoor research, supply chain assessment, and comprehensive hardware architecture analysis. ChipJuice aids in technology intelligence by performing security assessments, investigating digital IP infringement, and analyzing pirate devices. It also supports the recovery of obsolete devices and is instrumental in semiconductor education.
The tool is crafted to be intuitive, combining a robust set of features that cater to chip explorers of all kinds. It supports various chip types regardless of their size, technology node, or material composition like aluminum and copper. With a focus on versatility, ChipJuice can handle microcontrollers, microprocessors, FPGAs, and SoCs efficiently. Its embedded feature for Automated Standard Cell Research helps to identify and catalog standard cells for use in subsequent chip evaluations, making it a valuable asset for lab environments and forensic analyses.
ChipJuice's high-performance algorithms allow for quick and efficient processing, recovering a chip's internal architecture in the form of netlists and HDL files. The tool provides a physical netlist where nodes are localized on the chip, enabling rapid signal tracing and annotation. It operates seamlessly with just the electronic images of a chip's digital core, making it an easy-to-use yet powerful solution for exploring and understanding ICs' complexities.
