论文信息 - Gradient quadratic approximation scheme for yield-driven design

Gradient quadratic approximation scheme for yield-driven design

A novel approach to the modeling of circuit response and gradients is proposed. The multidimensional quadratic approximation is exploited, and full advantage is taken of available gradient information. Efficiency and accuracy are demonstrated by gradient-based yield optimization of a filter and an MMIC (monolithic microwave integrate circuit) amplifier.<<ETX>>

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