Presentation
A Unified QA Framework for Intel Library Validation Using Siemens Solido Crosscheck
DescriptionHigh-quality standard-cell libraries are essential for reliable SoC design and sign-off. However, modern libraries span many views, PVT corners, and modeling formats, making validation increasingly complex, fragmented, and time-consuming when using ad-hoc or per-view approaches.
This work presents a structured quality-checking methodology based on Siemens Solido Crosscheck for systematic validation of standard-cell collaterals. The approach classifies checks by configuration complexity, ranging from simple Boolean validations to fully parametric checks requiring characterization-specific inputs. Native Crosscheck checks are leveraged and fine-tuned in collaboration with design and characterization engineers, while custom checks are introduced to address requirements not covered by native capabilities. The methodology supports both early, incremental validation during Liberty generation and comprehensive quality assessment once all views are available, enabling unified cross-view analysis.
The proposed framework enables scalable, parallel validation across thousands of configurations, improves detection of modeling and consistency issues early in the flow, provides structured reporting and traceability, and reduces late-stage rework ultimately accelerating time-to-market while improving release confidence and overall library quality.
This work presents a structured quality-checking methodology based on Siemens Solido Crosscheck for systematic validation of standard-cell collaterals. The approach classifies checks by configuration complexity, ranging from simple Boolean validations to fully parametric checks requiring characterization-specific inputs. Native Crosscheck checks are leveraged and fine-tuned in collaboration with design and characterization engineers, while custom checks are introduced to address requirements not covered by native capabilities. The methodology supports both early, incremental validation during Liberty generation and comprehensive quality assessment once all views are available, enabling unified cross-view analysis.
The proposed framework enables scalable, parallel validation across thousands of configurations, improves detection of modeling and consistency issues early in the flow, provides structured reporting and traceability, and reduces late-stage rework ultimately accelerating time-to-market while improving release confidence and overall library quality.
Event Type
Engineering Presentation
TimeMonday, July 272:30pm - 2:45pm PDT
LocationSeaside Ballroom B