Static Timing Analysis Collaborative Articles

What are the common challenges and pitfalls of low power cdc in STA and how do you overcome them?

Learn how to deal with the issues that low power CDC can cause for STA, such as power domains, clock gating, retention, and verification.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using path-based analysis vs. block-based analysis in STA?

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Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using path-based or block-based analysis in STA and how to choose the best method for your design.

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How do you perform STA for low-power and high-performance designs?

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Learn how to perform static timing analysis (STA) for low-power and high-performance digital circuits. Discover the effects of power modes, PVT variations, timing…

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How do you choose the appropriate synchronizer design for different types of CDC signals?

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Learn how to choose the best synchronizer design for your clock domain crossing (CDC) signals and avoid metastability in your chip design.

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How do you define setup and hold time in STA?

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Learn how to define setup and hold time, why they matter, and how to measure, model, analyze, and optimize them in static timing analysis (STA).

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How do you use multi-cycle path exceptions to improve the quality of results in STA?

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Learn how to use multi-cycle path (MCP) exceptions to relax timing constraints for non-critical paths and avoid false violations or overdesign in STA.

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What are the trade-offs between setup and hold time margin and power, performance, and area?

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Learn how setup and hold time margin affect power, performance, and area in static timing analysis, and how to optimize these trade-offs.

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What are the benefits and challenges of path grouping for timing closure?

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Learn about the benefits and challenges of path grouping for static timing analysis (STA), and how to use it effectively in your STA workflow.

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What are some effective techniques to reduce RC delay in interconnects?

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Learn six effective techniques to reduce RC delay in interconnects for chip design, such as wire sizing, spacing, routing, buffering, material, and modeling.

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How do you keep up with the latest trends and developments in cdc checker tools and STA?

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Learn how to keep up with the latest trends and developments in CDC checker tools and STA. Compare features, performance, usability, and compatibility.

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What are the common pitfalls and challenges of false and multi-cycle paths verification?

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Learn about the common pitfalls and challenges of false and multi-cycle paths verification in static timing analysis (STA) and how to overcome them.

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What are the challenges and benefits of using multi-voltage design techniques in STA?

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Learn how multi-voltage design techniques affect static timing analysis (STA), and how to overcome the challenges and enjoy the benefits.

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What are some common pitfalls or challenges in path group creation and analysis?

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Learn some best practices for path group selection and usage in static timing analysis and how to overcome common challenges and issues.

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How do you use clock gating and buffering techniques for STA?

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Learn how to use clock gating and buffering techniques to optimize your clock tree synthesis and static timing analysis for synchronous logic circuits.

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How do you choose the best SSTL standard for your design?

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Learn how to compare, select, optimize, and verify SSTL standards for high-speed digital interfaces using static timing analysis tools.

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What are the best practices for verifying cdc constraints in sta using formal methods?

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Learn how to use formal methods to verify your CDC constraints in STA and improve your chip design quality and reliability.

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What are some best practices and tips for performing delay estimation on large and complex circuits?

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Learn how to perform accurate and efficient delay estimation for large and complex circuits using different methods and algorithms in static timing analysis.

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How do you optimize the trade-off between clock skew and power consumption?

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Learn how to measure, verify, and optimize clock skew in STA. Find out how clock skew affects power consumption and performance. Discover challenges and trends in…

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How do you perform timing analysis for multi-voltage and multi-mode designs?

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Learn how to create and optimize the timing graph and arcs for multi-voltage and multi-mode designs using various tools and methods.

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