Behavioral and macro modeling using piecewise linear techniques

In this paper we will demonstrate that most digital, analog as well as behavioral components can be described using piecewise linear approximations of their real behavior. This leads to several advantages from the viewpoint of simulation. We will also give a method to store the resulting linear segments in a compact way, in order to avoid storage problems

A CMOS peak detect sample and hold circuit

In pulse electronics systems, like particle calorimeters, circuits that can hold the peak value of a signal are important links. The desire of integrating complete particle detection systems on a single IC requires compact and low power peak detect sample and hold circuits (PDSH). In this paper, a PDSH architecture is presented which is especially designed for CMOS integratio

Behavioral and macro modeling using piecewise linear techniques

In this paper we will demonstrate that most digital, analog as well as behavioral components can be described using piecewise linear approximations of their real behavior. This leads to several advantages from the viewpoint of simulation. We will also give a method to store the resulting linear segments in a compact way, in order to avoid storage problems

High-level synthesis of analog sensor interface front-ends

In this paper we will compare three different methodologies for analog high-level synthesis. Two optimization- based methods-one with simulations in the loop, the other with equations-and a library-based approach are discussed and illustrated with experimental results. The comparison is made by means of a real life design example- A radiation detector interface ASIC-although the methodologies presented in this paper, are generally applicable.</p