Podcast EP257: IC Mask Design’s Unique Layout Training with Ciaran Whyte – Always Ask Why

Podcast EP257: IC Mask Design’s Unique Layout Training with Ciaran Whyte – Always Ask Why
by Daniel Nenni on 11-01-2024 at 8:00 am

Dan is joined by Ciaran Whyte, one of the founding members of IC Mask Design. As Chief Technical Officer he is responsible for all technical activity and the development and administration of all training courses. Cíaran has been training layout engineers for over 25 years and has completed layout training with over 600 engineers… Read More


WEBINAR: Real time Parasitic Estimations using WSPs

WEBINAR: Real time Parasitic Estimations using WSPs
by Daniel Nenni on 10-17-2023 at 10:00 am

ICMask Parasitic Est. OCT Webinar

A major challenge in the field of layout design lies in the post-layout parasitic extraction process, which often introduces delays and the potential for significant modifications in the layout. This paper introduces a novel approach to address this challenge, providing real-time parasitic estimations using Width Spacing… Read More


WEBINAR: FinFET UltraPcell Methodology

WEBINAR: FinFET UltraPcell Methodology
by Daniel Nenni on 05-25-2023 at 6:00 am

ICMask PG Pcells JUNE Webinar

The custom physical implementation of circuit designs is a critical component of the integrated circuit (IC) process. Unfortunately, this step has been known to be one of the most time-consuming and prone to human error. Therefore, the need for a methodology that allows for faster, more accurate, and less error-prone work is … Read More


WEBINAR: PG Pcells- A Correct by Construction Power and Ground Distribution Strategy

WEBINAR: PG Pcells- A Correct by Construction Power and Ground Distribution Strategy
by Daniel Nenni on 03-13-2023 at 6:00 am

ICMask PG Pcells Webinar 2

Power and Ground design can be problematic to implement, especially in lower metals. Layout can end up being very crowded and result in a compromise between routing and power structure. Power grid can be time and labor intensive for implementation largely due to the fact that often signal routing is done first and Power Grid is added… Read More