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Automated design program for LSI and VLSI circuits

US4580228A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 6, 1983
Grant dateApr 1, 1986
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F30/394
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A computer process for the automatic layout of a multiport, two-dimensional icrocircuit. The program provides for improved cell placement and power distribution while minimizing the overall chip area dimensions. The power distribution layout provides for the supply of power to cell rows which is independent of the peripheral power routes.

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