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System and method for testing pattern sensitive algorithms for semiconductor design

US7353472B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 12, 2005
Grant dateApr 1, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 27, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F1/36
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method for generating test patterns for a pattern sensitive algorithm. The method comprises the steps extracting feature samples from a layout design; grouping feature samples into clusters; selecting at least one area from the layout design that covers a feature sample from each cluster; and saving each pattern layout covered by the at least one area as test patterns.

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