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In this chapter,we explore the implementation of Monte Carlo based statistical static timing analysis (SSTA) on a graphics processing unit (GPU). SSTA via Monte Carlo simulations is a computationally expensive, but important step required to achieve design timing closure. It provides an accurate estimate of delay variations and their impact on design yield.
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Gulati, K., Khatri, S.P. (2010). Accelerating statistical static Timing Analysis Using Graphics Processors. In: Hardware Acceleration of EDA Algorithms. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4419-0944-2_7
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