Abstract: Circuit synthesis is performed utilizing an optimizer that selects design parameters for a synthesis model of a circuit based on desired performance characteristics and performance characteristics/design parameters of previously synthesized circuits. Performance characteristics and design parameters of each synthesized circuit are maintain in conjunction with the synthesis model of the circuit being synthesized. A synthesis plan identifies the synthesis model and specific instructions on how to perform optimized selection of design parameters, how to set up test benches, and how to perform the simulation.

Abstract: A Language Controlled Design Flow for the development of integrated circuits (IC) that allows users to Characterize, Synthesize, Simulate, and Analyze IC designs. The Language Controlled Design Flow provides specialized features that enable rapid design development and Intellectual Property (IP) reuse. The language provides the ability to capture a designer's knowledge about the Design Components and Design Processes unique to those components during characterization, synthesis, simulation, and analysis. A feature of this invention is the ability to separate design or design component specific knowledge from the tools used for analysis. This leads to benefits in extensibility, simplicity, accuracy, and performance of the overall tool set. Also provided is a mechanism in which the design process can be fully automated with a Language Controlled Design Flow that can take advantage of the information available in the design, in the design components, and in the design process flow.