Title :
Compiled code dynamic worst case timing simulation tracking multiple causality
Author_Institution :
Mentor Graphics Corp., Wilsonville, OR, USA
Abstract :
Due to the abstract nature of compiled code simulation models, performing accurate worst-case (min-max) simulation with these models presents a complex and a challenging problem. This paper details the functional evaluation, the timing evaluation and the hazard analysis techniques that have been developed to solve this problem. For improved accuracy, a multiple causality approach has been adopted. Issues that came up due to the tracking of multiple causality are highlighted and the solutions devised are described. Potential benefits of using a compiled code technology for min-max are discussed
Keywords :
automatic test software; discrete event simulation; hazards and race conditions; logic CAD; logic testing; minimax techniques; optimising compilers; timing; ASIC; ambiguous event; compiled code simulation models; design verification; dynamic worst case timing simulation tracking; functional evaluation; hazard analysis techniques; logic simulation; min-max simulation; multiple causality tracking; stability events; timing evaluation; transition events; Circuit simulation; Computer aided software engineering; Delay; Dynamic compiler; Graphics; Hazards; Logic design; Performance analysis; Testing; Timing;
Conference_Titel :
Test Conference, 1995. Proceedings., International
Conference_Location :
Washington, DC
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-2992-9
DOI :
10.1109/TEST.1995.529918