5.2.1 - Floorplanning Algorithms
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary goal of floorplanning in VLSI design?
💡 Hint: Think about what we want to achieve with block arrangements.
Name one algorithm used in floorplanning.
💡 Hint: We discussed three key algorithms.
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What is the primary aim of floorplanning in VLSI?
💡 Hint: Think about why we want to layout a chip efficiently.
True or False: The Kernighan-Lin Algorithm is used primarily for block placement.
💡 Hint: Recall the function of each algorithm discussed in class.
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Using the principles of Simulated Annealing, develop a pseudo-code that simulates the iterative process of block arrangement and describe what constraints you might include.
💡 Hint: Think of how metal is manipulated in real annealing processes.
Create a comparative analysis of Simulated Annealing and Kernighan-Lin approaches based on efficiency and application in different scenarios.
💡 Hint: Examine where each method proves best based on block interactions.
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