Practice Routing Optimization (8.3.4) - Timing Closure Techniques - SOC Design 2: Chip Implementation with Physical Design leading to Tape-Out
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Routing Optimization

Practice - Routing Optimization

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary goal of routing optimization?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between signals and their paths.

Question 2 Easy

Explain what timing-driven routing does.

💡 Hint: Focus on which paths need the most attention.

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Question 1

What does routing optimization aim to achieve in VLSI design?

Reduce manufacturing costs
Minimize signal delays
Maximize component count

💡 Hint: Recall the timing aspect of circuit performance.

Question 2

Is buffer insertion beneficial to signal integrity?

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about long paths and signal fading.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a small VLSI circuit where routing optimization is challenging due to tight space. Propose a solution using the techniques discussed.

💡 Hint: Think about how you can alter wiring without increasing space.

Challenge 2 Hard

Illustrate the impact of ignoring buffer insertion in a sample circuit. Describe the potential results in performance and timing.

💡 Hint: Relate to what happens to signals over distance.

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