Physical Layout Domain

The design flow at the behavioural domain starts from the algorithm that specifies the operation of the target chip. The architecture of the corresponding processor in the structural domain is envisaged. It is projected onto the chip surface in the physical (geometrical) layout domain by floor-planning .

CHAPTER 1: CMOS CIRCUITS - A BRIEF INTRODUCTION

		Physical Layout Domain The design flow at the behavioural domain starts from the algorithm that specifies the operation of the target chip. The architecture of the corresponding processor in the structural domain is envisaged. It is projected onto the chip surface in the physical (geometrical) layout domain by floor-planning .

Figure 1.11 : Three domains of IC design flow.
		Physical Layout Domain