9.3.2 - Placement and Routing Automation
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of placement in VLSI design?
💡 Hint: Think about how distance affects signal travel time.
Define routing in the context of VLSI.
💡 Hint: Consider why connections are important.
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What is the main objective of placement automation?
💡 Hint: Think about why arrangement matters in design.
True or False: Routing is less important than placement in VLSI design.
💡 Hint: Consider the interconnectivity in designs.
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Challenge Problems
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You have a VLSI design with multiple functional blocks. Explain how you would prioritize placement to optimize for both timing and power consumption.
💡 Hint: Consider the timing requirements and interaction of functional blocks.
Given a scenario where routing congestion is reported in your VLSI design, detail a plan to address this issue.
💡 Hint: Think about alternative paths and adjustments to placement that could relieve congestion.
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