Interaction semantics of a symbolic layout editor for parameterized modules

An interactive graphical editor for parameterized layout generators, based on symbolic layout, is discussed. One basic idea is to have built-in rules, corresponding to basic knowledge about elementary things in VLSI design, in order to make the tool behave as an experienced partner to the designer....

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Published in:IEEE transactions on computer-aided design of integrated circuits and systems 1993-08, Vol.12 (8), p.1096-1106
Main Authors: Andersson, P., Philipson, L.H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Computer science
Design. Technologies. Operation analysis. Testing
Electronics
Exact sciences and technology
Feedback
Gas discharge devices
Geometry
Graphics
Integrated circuits
Layout
Motion pictures
Semiconductor electronics. Microelectronics. Optoelectronics. Solid state devices
Software tools
Specification languages
Very large scale integration
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Summary:An interactive graphical editor for parameterized layout generators, based on symbolic layout, is discussed. One basic idea is to have built-in rules, corresponding to basic knowledge about elementary things in VLSI design, in order to make the tool behave as an experienced partner to the designer. It was found that the fundamental problem was not to implement but to select a proper set of rules to define the semantics of the tool. The problem was attacked by actually implementing various experimental versions and using them to create layout. These experiments and the conclusions are summarized. For example, the fundamental importance of proper mechanisms to explicitly express geometrical constraints, such as pitch-matching, is shown. It is also shown how parameterization can be introduced in a user-friendly and natural way through the graphical, symbolic layout view.< >
ISSN:0278-0070
1937-4151
DOI:10.1109/43.238603