STA之OCV

Timing sign-off Corner = library PVT +RC Corner + OCV

针对每个工艺结点,foundry都会给出一张类似的timing sign-off表格,定义了所有需要做timing sign-off的corner(实际需要sign-off的corner还需要乘以工作模式,对于STA,不同的工作模式,用不同的SDC文件予以区别)

uncertainty=clock jitter + Xps setup/hold margin + DPT,其中clock jitter由用户根据所用PLL的精度来确定;Xps由foundry提供,如:30ps for setup, 40ps for hold; DPT一项表示需要加的额外margin用于cover mask misalignment引起的偏差,该值亦由foundary提供,比如5ps for setup, 3ps for hold。

 

世界上没有两片相同的叶子,半导体世界里没有两只相同的管子。library中的cell delay是在某个固定的PVT(operating condition)下仿真得出的,也就是下图中的Nominal delay,而实际上在芯片内部由于工艺偏差、电压降、温度变化,cell的delay并不是一个固定值,而是一个随机值,遵循高斯分布或门特卡洛分布。

在STA中用OCV来模拟这一『特征』

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As an AI language model, I can provide an overview of the basics of STA (Static Timing Analysis). Static Timing Analysis (STA) is a method used to verify the timing performance of an integrated circuit (IC) design. It is a critical step in the design and manufacturing process of semiconductor devices. STA helps to ensure that the design meets the timing requirements and operates correctly under various conditions. The STA process involves analyzing the delays of a circuit design, including the delays of all the paths, from inputs to outputs. Timing analysis tools are used to determine the worst-case delay and to ensure that the circuit meets the required timing constraints. Timing constraints are typically specified in the form of timing paths, which define the maximum delay allowed for each path in the circuit. STA is performed at various stages of the design process, from the initial design to the final implementation. In the early stages of the design process, STA is used to estimate the performance of the design and to identify potential timing issues. As the design progresses, STA is used to verify the timing performance of the implemented design. STA involves several key steps, including: 1. Timing modeling: The timing behavior of each component in the circuit is modeled using delay models, which describe the delay of the component as a function of its input and output signals. 2. Timing analysis: The timing analysis tool analyzes the circuit to determine the worst-case delay and to identify any timing violations. 3. Timing optimization: Timing optimization techniques are used to improve the timing performance of the design, such as changing the placement of components or adjusting the clock frequency. 4. Timing verification: The final step is to verify that the design meets the timing requirements, including the timing paths and the overall timing budget. In conclusion, STA is a critical step in semiconductor design and manufacturing. It helps to ensure that the design meets the timing requirements and operates correctly under various conditions. STA involves timing modeling, analysis, optimization, and verification to ensure that the design meets the required timing constraints.

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