Modifying circuits to prevent redundant switching
Abstract:
An unobservable cycle for at least one latch in a circuit design is detected. The unobservable cycle indicates that the at least one latch is not observable to downstream logic in the circuit design. A coverage event is generated to identify the unobservable cycle for the at least one latch. The coverage event is tracked to detect a state associated with the unobservable cycle and a state change cycle. The state change cycle is determined based on a simulation technique. A redundant switching of the at least one latch based on the state associated with the unobservable cycle and the state change cycle is determined. Furthermore, manufacturing of a circuit based on the circuit design is at least initiated. The circuit design is modified to prevent the redundant switching of the at least one latch.
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