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Drawing and Modeling Layers: The Key to Mastering Layout
This talk discusses the concepts of drawing and modeling layers - a understanding of which is critical to success in the AWR layout environment. Drawing layers are used in the schematic layout view; they are the layers that the designer "sees". Modeling layers are used as a way of adding more flexibility to the layout environment. Model layers come into play whenever schematic elements with PCells are used, or artwork cells are generated. Specific topics include:
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What are modeling and drawing layers and why do we need them?
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Drawing layers - and the schematic layout view.
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The model layer mapping file.
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Control of the layers through the LPF file.
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Good design practice for successful setup of the layout environment.
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