Fast Techniques for Integrated Circuit Design

Do you want to deepen your understanding of complex systems and design integrated circuits more quickly? Learn how with this step-by-step guide that shows, from first principles, how to employ estimation techniques to analyze and solve complex problems in IC design using a simplified modeling approach. Applications are richly illustrated using real-world examples from across IC design, from simple circuit theory, to the electromagnetic effects and high frequency design, and systems such as data converters and phase-locked loops. Basic concepts like inductance and capacitance are related to one other and other RF phenomena inside a modern chip, enhancing understanding without the need for simulators. Use the easy-to-follow models presented to start designing your own products, from inductors and amplifiers to more complex systems. Whether you are an early-career professional or researcher, graduate student, or established IC engineer looking to reduce your reliance on commercial software packages, this is essential reading.

1. General guidelines in estimation analysis in integrated circuits; 2. Basic amplifier stages; 3. Higher level amplifier stages; 4. Electromagnetism – fundamentals; 5. Electromagnetism – circuit applications; 6. Electromagnetic field simulators; 7. System aspects; Appendix A: basic transistor and technology model; Appendix B: useful mathematical relationships; Index.

Mikael Sahrling is Principal Engineer for ASIC design at Tektronix Inc. He has over twenty years of experience in analog and mixed-signal circuit design.