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Highly Accurate 2D Mesh Analysis of RDSon, Current Density, and Voltage in Power Devices
Synopsys PowerX is a next-generation solution for rapid, early-stage power analysis of large-scale power IC designs. Built for PowerFETs and power management ICs (PMICs), PowerX features built-in electromigration analysis, enabling engineers to quickly identify weaknesses and optimize RDSon for robust, high-performance semiconductor devices.
Key Benefits
Features
Accurate 2D Mesh Analysis
PowerX generates a precise triangular 2D mesh for device layouts, capturing curves and corners for highly physical simulation. This approach ensures accurate extraction of resistive elements, current density, and supporting detailed analysis of PowerFETs.
Fast RDSon Evaluation
The platform quickly analyzes the total RDSon value, allowing engineers to quantify the impact of source and drain interconnect resistance. Early insight into RDSon performance helps drive efficient design optimization and boosts final device efficiency.
Built-In EM Analysis
PowerX features integrated electromigration analysis to visualize and evaluate current density and voltage distribution. By detecting true EM violations—not just false positives—engineers can address reliability concerns proactively.
Minimalist GUI and Easy Setup
Designed with simplicity in mind, PowerX offers an intuitive, minimalist graphical interface. The tool eliminates the need for tech files, mapping files, or complex CAD/EDA support, making setup and analysis straightforward for any user.
Multiple Flow Support
Engineers can select from various simulation flows, tailoring the analysis to specific project needs. PowerX accommodates both partial and full design simulations, as well as different input file types, ensuring flexible integration into existing workflows.
Process Agnostic Operation
PowerX adapts seamlessly to any process technology without requiring device-specific configuration. This process-agnostic approach streamlines adoption and ensures broad applicability across semiconductor projects.
Sensitivity-Driven and What-If Analysis
Engineers can perform sensitivity-driven studies and what-if scenarios to optimize layouts and identify critical design parameters. This empowers proactive decision-making and robust power IC development.
Python Extensibility
PowerX supports Python scripting for workflow customization and automation. Users can create tailored processes to address unique engineering challenges, further enhancing productivity and tool versatility.
Technical Capabilities
Synopsys PowerX delivers industry-leading precision for PowerFET and PMIC analysis using a physical 2D triangular mesh. It quantifies RDSon, current density, voltage distribution, and gate resistance with fast simulation times. The tool operates independently of tech files or mapping data, supports multiple analysis flows, integrates Python scripting, and is process agnostic. Built-in EM analysis and easy GUI setup make PowerX ideal for rapid, accurate, layout-driven power IC verification.
FAQ
PowerX provides highly accurate, early-stage RDSon evaluation using a physical 2D mesh, enabling engineers to optimize designs before tape-out.
No, PowerX is fully layout-driven and does not require any tech files, mapping files, or CAD/EDA setup.
Yes, PowerX visualizes current density and voltage distributions to detect genuine EM violations, helping engineers address real reliability risks.
PowerX is process agnostic and supports analysis across all process technologies and design styles.
Yes, PowerX is Python extensible, allowing users to automate and tailor analysis workflows for specific engineering needs.