Physical design verification software typically identifies faults in physical layouts by finding design-rule-check (DRC) violations and layout-versus-schematic (LVS) mismatches after layout is ...

Analog IC layout relies on the schematic as a starting point, conveying not only information about the connectivity of the devices in the circuit, but also the design intent. Traditional approaches ...

Plano, Texas, USA – July 10, 2023-- Siemens Digital Industries Software today introduces Calibre® DesignEnhancer software, an innovative solution that enables integrated circuit (IC), place-and-route ...

The social news aggregator and forums website, Reddit, has a viral trend that debates over controller layout between the 'X' and 'O' configuration found on PlayStation Controllers that confused ...

When talking with layout people, even within the same company, different views are often expressed as to what is ‘correct’. Some form of editing the result is almost always needed, but the ability to ...

There has been vast progress over the last 30 years or so in digital layout automation, making it possible to develop complex digital ICs relatively quickly. However, for analog layout, techniques are ...

The right tool for the job makes all the difference. Ever try hammering a nail in with a rock? How many nails did you ruin before you gave up? Or try to tighten a crucial bolt by hand? It takes ...