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Circuit simulation with rule check for device

US9239898B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 14, 2014
Grant dateJan 19, 2016
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Expiry dateJul 14, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F30/3308
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In some embodiments, in a method, a netlist is received. The netlist comprises a subcircuit that comprises a device and a rule check module. The rule check module specifies a plurality of terminals of the device subject to an operating space, and at least one parameter that controls a non-rectangular boundary of the operating space. The netlist is simulated to obtain simulation data associated with the terminals of the device. The operating space that has the non-rectangular boundary is formed by using the at least one parameter. The simulation data is checked against the operating space. A situation in which the checked simulation data does not fall within the operating space is reflected.

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