Abstract:
We propose efficient power macromodels for RTL combinational circuits, based only on word and bit level switching information of the module inputs. Combinations of these ...Show MoreMetadata
Abstract:
We propose efficient power macromodels for RTL combinational circuits, based only on word and bit level switching information of the module inputs. Combinations of these two properties for the construction of power macromodels are investigated. It is shown that our developed models reduce the estimation error compared to the commonly used word level switching model (Hamming-distance) at least by 64%. The total average errors achieved over a wide range of test modules and input stimuli are less than 4.6%. This is comparable to complex models based on several more signal properties. Finally, an extension of our methodology for sequential RTL modules is described.
Date of Conference: 15-18 September 2002
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 10 December 2002
Print ISBN:0-7803-7596-3