A Methodology for Concurrent Fabrication Process/Cell Library Optimization

- This paper presents a methodology for concurrently optimizing an IC fabrication process and a standard cell library in order to maximize overall yield. The approach uses the Concurrent Subspace Optimization (CSSO) algorithm, which has been developed for general coupled, multidisciplinary optimization problems. An example is provided showing the application of the algorithm to optimizing a mixed analog-digital library on a CMOS process.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 1996
• Where: DAC
• Authors: Arun N. Lokanathan, Jay B. Brockman, John E. Renaud
• Keywords: Computer Architecture, Concurrent Subspace Optimization, DAC 1996, IC Fabrication Process, Mixed Analog-digital Library