A Programming Environment for the Design of Complex High Speed ASICs

A C++ based programming environment for the design of complex high speed ASICs is presented. The design of a 75 Kgate DECT transceiver is used as a driver example. Compact descriptions, combined with e cient simulation and synthesis strategies are essential for the design of such a complex system. It is shown how a C++ programming approach outperforms traditional HDL-based methods.

• Type: Conference
• Year: 1998
• Where: DAC
• Authors: Patrick Schaumont, Serge Vernalde, Luc Rijnders, Marc Engels, Ivo Bolsens
• Keywords: C++ Programming Approach, Complex System, DAC 1998, Design Automation, Kgate DECT Transceiver