Challenges for CAD in computer development in the 1990s

Abstract

Summary form only given. CAD tools play a key role in determining the productivity and the time-to-market of computer development. To predict future trends in CAD, the future trends of technology and computer architecture have to be considered because of its strong interaction with tools and design methodology. The current computer development methodology is summarized. The CAD tools supporting this methodology are highly integrated with respect to all design steps and all design objects, rule driven and very fast to allow for short turnaround times, especially in the verification phase. The methodology and the tools allow the detection of all logic and timing errors before prototyping and provide for manufacturing and testability of the system. Challenges to the evolution of CAD tools and computer development methodologies are summarized.<>