Practice Theory And Background (2) - Layout Design of a CMOS Inverter and Physical Verification
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Theory and Background

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the role of layout design in VLSI?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens after you design a circuit on paper.

Question 2 Easy

Name one importance of design rules.

💡 Hint: Think about problems that can occur during fabrication.

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Question 1

What does layout design in VLSI refer to?

Conversion of schematics to physical designs
Creating computer software
Developing user interfaces

💡 Hint: Think about what happens after the schematic phase.

Question 2

True or False: Design rules are optional in VLSI design.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of ignoring guidelines.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a layout that violates several design rules, identify at least three violations and propose solutions to rectify them.

💡 Hint: Use your knowledge of design rules to systematically address these issues.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss the implications of not implementing proper well and substrate connections in your layout, particularly in high-frequency circuits.

💡 Hint: Think about how the impurities in substrates can impact transistor performance.

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