Electronic Design Automation for IC Implementation, Circuit Design, and Process Technology


Book Description

The second of two volumes in the Electronic Design Automation for Integrated Circuits Handbook, Second Edition, Electronic Design Automation for IC Implementation, Circuit Design, and Process Technology thoroughly examines real-time logic (RTL) to GDSII (a file format used to transfer data of semiconductor physical layout) design flow, analog/mixed signal design, physical verification, and technology computer-aided design (TCAD). Chapters contributed by leading experts authoritatively discuss design for manufacturability (DFM) at the nanoscale, power supply network design and analysis, design modeling, and much more. New to This Edition: Major updates appearing in the initial phases of the design flow, where the level of abstraction keeps rising to support more functionality with lower non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs Significant revisions reflected in the final phases of the design flow, where the complexity due to smaller and smaller geometries is compounded by the slow progress of shorter wavelength lithography New coverage of cutting-edge applications and approaches realized in the decade since publication of the previous edition—these are illustrated by new chapters on 3D circuit integration and clock design Offering improved depth and modernity, Electronic Design Automation for IC Implementation, Circuit Design, and Process Technology provides a valuable, state-of-the-art reference for electronic design automation (EDA) students, researchers, and professionals.




Industrial Engineering, Machine Design And Automation (Iemda 2014) - Proceedings Of The 2014 Congress & Computer Science And Application (Ccsa 2014) - Proceedings Of The 2nd Congress


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This proceedings put together 68 selected articles from the joint conferences of 2014 Congress on Industrial Engineering, Machine Design and Automation (IEMDA2014) and the 2nd Congress on Computer Science and Application (CCSA2014), held in Sanya, China during December 12 - 14, 2014. The conference program of IEMDA 2014 focused on areas of Industrial Engineering, Machine Design and Automation, while the CCSA 2014 program provided the platform for Computer Science and Applications.Collected together the latest research results and applications on industrial engineering, machine design, automation, and computer science and other related Engineering topics. All submitted papers to this proceedings were subjected to strict peer-reviewing by 2-4 expert referees, to ensure that all articles selected are of highest standard and are relevance to the conference.




Analog IC Design with Low-Dropout Regulators (LDOs)


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Master Analog Integrated-Circuit Design Design, analyze, and build linear low-dropout (LDO) regulator ICs in bipolar, CMOS, and biCMOS semiconductor process technologies. This authoritative guide offers a unique emphasis on embedded LDO design. Through intuitive explanations and detailed illustrations, the book shows how you can put these theories to work creating analog ICs for the latest portable, battery-powered devices. Analog IC Design with Low-Dropout Regulators details the entire product development cycle-from defining objectives and selecting components to blueprinting, assembling, and fine-tuning performance. Work with semiconductors, employ negative feedback, handle fluctuating loads, and embed regulators in ICs. You will also learn how to build prototypes, perform tests, and integrate system-on-chip (SoC) functionality. Discover how to: Design, test, and assemble BJT-, MOSFET-, and JFET-based linear regulators Use current mirrors, buffers, amplifiers, and differential pairs Integrate feedback loops, negative feedback, and control limits Maintain an independent, stable, noise-free, and predictable output voltage Compensate for low input current and wide voltage swings Optimize accuracy, efficiency, battery life, and integrity Implement overcurrent protection and thermal-shutdown features Establish power and operating limits using characterization techniques




Internally Compensated LDO Regulators for Modern System-on-Chip Design


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This book presents a thorough state-of-the-art review for internally compensated Low Dropout Regulators (IC-LDO). It serves as a useful guide for circuit designers. The advantages and disadvantages of each cell proposed are highlighted. The authors describe an alternative to the classical topology; the Flipped Voltage Follower (FVF), which has been recently applied in the design of internally compensated LDOs to enhance their performances. This book provides novel circuits enhancing those parameters of LDO related with frequency behavior and power consumption. These solutions, as well as their appropriate design methodology, are properly described within the text.




Power Distribution Networks with On-Chip Decoupling Capacitors


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This book describes methods for distributing power in high speed, high complexity integrated circuits with power levels exceeding many tens of watts and power supplies below a volt. It provides a broad and cohesive treatment of power distribution systems and related design problems, including both circuit network models and design techniques for on-chip decoupling capacitors, providing insight and intuition into the behavior and design of on-chip power distribution systems. Organized into subareas to provide a more intuitive flow to the reader, this second edition adds more than a hundred pages of new content, including inductance models for interdigitated structures, design strategies for multi-layer power grids, advanced methods for efficient power grid design and analysis, and methodologies for simultaneously placing on-chip multiple power supplies and decoupling capacitors. The emphasis of this additional material is on managing the complexity of on-chip power distribution networks.




On-Chip Power Delivery and Management


Book Description

This book describes methods for distributing power in high speed, high complexity integrated circuits with power levels exceeding many tens of watts and power supplies below a volt. It provides a broad and cohesive treatment of power delivery and management systems and related design problems, including both circuit network models and design techniques for on-chip decoupling capacitors, providing insight and intuition into the behavior and design of on-chip power distribution systems. Organized into subareas to provide a more intuitive flow to the reader, this fourth edition adds more than a hundred pages of new content, including inductance models for interdigitated structures, design strategies for multi-layer power grids, advanced methods for efficient power grid design and analysis, and methodologies for simultaneously placing on-chip multiple power supplies and decoupling capacitors. The emphasis of this additional material is on managing the complexity of on-chip power distribution networks.




CMOS Analog and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design


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Provides practical knowledge of CMOS analog and mixed-signal circuit design. Includes recent research in CMOS color and image sensor technology. Discusses sub-blocks of typical analog and mixed-signal IC products. Illustrates several design examples of analog circuits together with layout. Describes integrating based CMOS color circuit.




Voltage Regulators for Next Generation Microprocessors


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This book deals with energy delivery challenges of the power processing unit of modern computer microprocessors. It describes in detail the consequences of current trends in miniaturization and clock frequency increase, upon the power delivery unit, referred to as voltage regulator. This is an invaluable reference for anybody needing to understand the key performance limitations and opportunities for improvement, from both a circuit and systems perspective, of state-of-the-art power solutions for next generation CPUs.




The Arts of VLSI Circuit Design - Symmetry Approaches toward Zero PVT Sensitivity


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This is one of a book in a VLSI circuit design book series Dr. Hongjiang Song published under the VLSI signal processing circuit techniques. This text covers various state-of-the-arts circuit design techniques based on VLSI symmetry principles. These methods offer inherently low PVT sensitivity for VLSI analog circuit design with superior scalability and performance.




Principles of Automation and Control


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Principles of Automation and Control is a concise textbook that explains the basics of robust automation and control strategies. It demonstrates the essentials for meeting consumer needs and ensuring cost-effective manufacturing processes without compromising product quality. With a focus on Industry 4.0, this book explores the principles and applications of automation in industrial systems, emphasizing efficiency, profitability, and flexibility. The thirteen chapters cover automated processes, control theory, computer control devices, industrial automation tools, and practical examples of system automation. The text uses a multidisciplinary approach with simple language to cater to the needs of readers at all levels (learners, beginner engineers, and professionals) seeking to expand their knowledge in automation and control theory and practice. Real-world case studies and empirical findings are also highlighted, which show how automated business solutions can enhance performance.