Random numbers from metastability and thermal noise

Pseudorandom number generators are algorithmic and thus, predict-able. Ideally cryptography, simulation and modelling applications require a source of true random numbers. Presented is a true random number generator that exploits metastablity and thermal noise. The novelty is that the low-cost design can be fully integrated with standard CMOS technology. Introduction: Random number generators are important in a number of applications, however the most significant is their application in cryptography, such as the generation of keys [1]. Cryptographic requirements and large Monte Carlo simulations continue to advance development and research into true random number generators. Whil