Practice - Observation of Placement
Practice Questions
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What is the main objective of the placement stage in ASIC design?
💡 Hint: Think about the effect of cell arrangement on performance.
What does 'congestion' refer to in the context of placement?
💡 Hint: Consider the layout of multiple connections.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary goal of automatic placement in ASIC design?
💡 Hint: Consider what placement affects in the performance of the circuit.
True or False: The placement stage has no effect on the performance of an ASIC chip.
💡 Hint: Think about how changes in layout might influence circuit metrics.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a design with critical paths that require low delay. Propose a placement strategy that balances wirelength, congestion, and timing. Explain your rationale.
💡 Hint: Think about how certain placements can affect delay.
You have an ASIC design where the initial placement has led to significant routing congestion. Suggest a re-optimization approach and identify potential risks involved.
💡 Hint: Consider how altering placements can have ripple effects.
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