Practice Floorplanning (1.3.1) - Introduction to Physical Design SoC Flow
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Question 1 Easy

What is floorplanning in SoC design?

💡 Hint: Think about how you would arrange furniture in a room for efficiency.

Question 2 Easy

Why is it important to define block boundaries?

💡 Hint: Consider how proximity affects communication between components.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of floorplanning?

To fabricate the chip
To define the layout
To program the chip

💡 Hint: Consider what step comes before fabrication.

Question 2

True or False: Minimizing routing congestion is not crucial for signal integrity.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about traffic flow and how congestion affects travel times.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a scenario where a SoC layout is experiencing significant thermal issues, propose a revised floorplan addressing the distribution of power and block placements.

💡 Hint: Consider how placing heat sources away from sensitive areas could help.

Challenge 2 Hard

You are tasked with designing a SoC for a wearable device. Given size constraints and functionalities, outline a floorplan that maintains performance while ensuring efficient power distribution.

💡 Hint: Think about how best to utilize limited space without compromising quality.

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