3 - Logic Synthesis Algorithms
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Practice Questions
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What is logic synthesis?
💡 Hint: Think about the first step in VLSI design.
Name one Boolean minimization algorithm.
💡 Hint: It’s an exhaustive method.
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What is the primary goal of logic synthesis?
💡 Hint: What do you think synthesizing a circuit aims to achieve?
Static Timing Analysis (STA) is used for:
💡 Hint: Think about the timing checks you would need to perform.
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Given a complex Boolean function, apply the Quine-McCluskey algorithm to minimize it and explain the process used.
💡 Hint: Start by listing terms in binary form to see patterns.
Design a simple sequential circuit with memory elements and discuss how you would optimize its timing and power consumption.
💡 Hint: Think about how spacing of flip-flops can affect timing in your design.
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