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Method for optimizing a layout of supply lines

US7454720B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 16, 2005
Grant dateNov 18, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 20, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C5/14
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for optimizing a circuit layout is provided which optimizes a circuit layout as a result of utilizing unused tracks of the circuit layout to expand supply lines. In a first step, a circuit layout is constructed by means of any circuit layout construction method, whereby requirements regarding the design of supply lines are reduced. Subsequently, in a second step, the method for optimizing a circuit layout is used.

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