New methodologies for top-down statistical modeling and optimization of integrated circuits /

a MOSFET-C bandpass filter, which utilizes macromodels and

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Alexander, Daniel D., 1972-
Format: Thesis eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified] ; 1996.
Subjects:
Online Access:Link to OAKTrust copy
Description
Summary:a MOSFET-C bandpass filter, which utilizes macromodels and
and optimal specification assignment process using models
and optimization are developed. Specifically, these
and the relevant algorithms developed for the optimal
assignment of sub-block performance by A. Achab as a
circuit) is thoroughly analyzed and models suited to a
concepts are presented. In the area of system level modeling,
conclusions are drawn, and possibilities for future work in
created for the PLL to complete a system level optimization
criteria for judging model appropriateness are developed and
developed and analyzed in the Saber environment. Following
examples using two behavioral modeling languages, Spectre and
explained. A new method of system level modeling intended
for Quality, allowing statistical design and optimization
for the purpose of gathering statistical data on the
for use in top-down investigations is introduced, exploiting
In both of these areas, new methodologies, techniques and
introduced. The methodology relies on cost definitions and
investigated using the new methodology. The first example is
MAST, are developed to further demonstrate the validity of
methodologies allow: (1) development of system level models
New methodologies intended to facilitate system level design
new methodology suited to system level optimization tasks is
of optimal sub-block performance specifications. Together,
pendencies of the system. The second example uses the models
performance of large systems and performance dependencies on
performance of the overall system while reducing sensitivity
performances are optimized in order to improve the
specifications. In addition, the nominal values of sub-block
SPICE analysis to gain insights into the performance de
sub-block parameters and (2) the development of system level
techniques to be applied early in the product design cycle.
techniques. A complicated IC system (a PLL filter tuning
the area are suggested.
the development and verification of the new methodologies,
the flexibility and efficiency of behavioral modeling
the methods introduced. In the area of top-down design, a
these new methodologies expand the current scope of Design
to sub-block performance variations. Two examples are
tolerance assignment originally proposed by M.A. Styblinski
top-down optimization strategies for hierarchical propagation
variety of analysis methods are developed and tested. Model
Item Description:"Major subject: Electrical Engineering".
Vita.
Physical Description:leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Also available online.
Issued also on microfiche from Lange Micrographics.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.