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Automated Evaluation of Critical Features in VLSI Layouts Based on Photolithographic Simulations

Joseph R. Cavallaro, Chaitali Sengupta, Frank K. Tittel, and William L. Wilson, Jr.

Rice University
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
P.O. Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251

Abstract:

This paper describes a CAD tool (An Integrated CAD Framework) which links VLSI layout editors to lithographic simulators and provides information on the simulated resolution of a feature to the circuit designer. The designer can modify the original layout based upon this analysis to create compact circuits with better yield capabilities. The objective of this project is to improve the manufacturability of high density VLSI intergrated circuits.





Joe Cavallaro
Fri Nov 24 16:58:55 CST 1995