Author :
Eurich, John P. ; Roth, Gene
Author_Institution :
Eng. DataXpress Inc., San Jose, CA, USA
Abstract :
The Electronic Design Interchange Format (EDIF), now in its second revision and paving the way for universal data exchange among CAE tools, is examined. Translators can convert data files from a given design tool into EDIF as a standard format and from EDIF into the form needed by another design tool. The benefits of using EDIF for design capture tools, design analysis tools, and logic synthesizers are discussed. Examples of the successful use of EDIF are given, and some problems encountered in its use are considered. A table listing the features of representative software packages is given.<>
Keywords :
buyer´s guides; circuit CAD; electronic data interchange; logic CAD; CAE tools; EDIF; Electronic Design Interchange Format; design analysis tools; design capture tools; logic synthesizers; software packages; Application specific integrated circuits; Circuit testing; Drilling; Electronic design automation and methodology; Hardware; Integrated circuit manufacture; Packaging machines; Printed circuits; Software packages; Software testing;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
