Patent
Method and System for Look Up Table (LUT) Based Circuit Simulation
Abstract
This invention introduces an innovative method for Look Up Table (LUT) based modeling of circuits, enhancing accuracy by incorporating frequency-dependent behaviors through auxiliary circuits. It streamlines circuit simulation processes by integrating non-linear elements and sources into a comprehensive LUT model, significantly improving efficiency and accuracy in electronic system design across various industries.
Uniqueness of the Solution
- Incorporates an auxiliary circuit to enhance LUT models, capturing frequency-dependent behaviors.
- Integrates large signal parameters and Y-parameters to improve simulation accuracy.
- Enables faster circuit simulations without sacrificing accuracy.
- Enhances traditional LUT models by accounting for internal node complexities.
- Applies a novel method to derive Y-parameters from small signal parameters.
- Provides a comprehensive circuit-level LUT model that includes internal node interactions.
- Incorporates an auxiliary circuit to enhance LUT models, capturing frequency-dependent behaviors.
- Integrates large signal parameters and Y-parameters to improve simulation accuracy.
- Enables faster circuit simulations without sacrificing accuracy.
- Enhances traditional LUT models by accounting for internal node complexities.
- Applies a novel method to derive Y-parameters from small signal parameters.
- Provides a comprehensive circuit-level LUT model that includes internal node interactions.
Current Status of Technology
The LUT model is developed and the results are demonstrated using LUT-based circuit simulation.
Technology readiness level
4
Societal Impact
- Technology Accessibility: Enhances accessibility to advanced circuit simulation tools, promoting innovation and faster development of electronic devices across industries.
- Environmental Efficiency: Enables more energy-efficient circuit designs, reducing environmental impact through improved electronic device performance and longevity.
- Educational Advancement: Enhances educational and training opportunities in electronics by providing practical, state-of-the-art simulation tools for students and professionals.
Relevant Industries, Domains and Applications
Semiconductor manufacturing, electronic design automation (EDA), Aerospace and defense, Telecommunications, Automotive
Applications or Domain
- Electronic Circuit Design: Facilitates faster and more accurate simulation of complex electronic circuits by integrating frequency-dependent behaviors into Look Up Table (LUT) models.
- Integrated Circuit Development: Enhances the design and verification of integrated circuits (ICs) by providing a method to model non-linear elements and sources effectively.
- Semiconductor Industry: Improves the efficiency of transistor-level simulations, crucial for optimizing power consumption, performance, and reliability in semiconductor devices.
Application Number
3150/MUM/2015
Filing Date
Grant Number
490901
Grant Date
Assignee(s)
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Global Foundries Inc.
IP Themes
Department
**This IP is jointly owned**