From ASICs to SOCs: A Practical Approach

Preface

The term SOC (system-on-a-chip) has been used in the electronic industry over the last few years. However, there are still a lot of misconceptions associated with this term. A good number of practicing engineers don't really understand the differences between ASICs and SOCs. The fact that the same EDA tools are used for both ASICs and SOCs design and verification doesn't help to reduce the misconceptions.

This book describes the practical aspects of ASIC and SOC design and verification. It reflects the current issues facing ASIC/SOC designers.

The following items characterize the book:

• It deals with everyday issues that ASIC/SOC designers have to face as opposed to generic textbook examples covered in other books.

• It emphasizes principles ...