4.5 - Technology-Dependent Optimization
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Practice Questions
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What is a standard cell library?
💡 Hint: Consider the building blocks in integrated circuits.
What does gate sizing refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about optimizing power and performance.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the purpose of standard cell library selection in VLSI design?
💡 Hint: Think about the overall performance you want from your design.
True or False: Larger gates are always preferable in logic design.
💡 Hint: Consider both performance and efficiency.
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Challenge Problems
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You have a choice between two standard cell libraries for your VLSI design: Library A is optimized for speed, while Library B is optimized for area. Discuss the implications of choosing one library over the other for a portable device that requires low power consumption.
💡 Hint: Think about the specific requirements of the application.
Given a circuit design that suffers from high wire delays, propose some physical design adjustments that could alleviate this issue. Consider the implications of your suggestions.
💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs associated with those adjustments.
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