In the rapidly evolving domain of technology, advancements in semiconductor designs make functional verification a dominant phase in the chip development cycle. As designs become increasingly complex and move down the nanometer scale, the problem gets compounded and needs a technological solution. Traditional manual efforts consume valuable human resources and can lead to delays in project schedules.
That’s where AI and formal techniques have revolutionized the chip industry by playing a pivotal role in modern-day chip design. These modern AI-integrated chip designs help to automate the coverage process by achieving faster coverage closure and ending up with higher overall coverage. This article intends to delve into the evolving landscape of semiconductor designs and how AI and Formal techniques boost chip verification more effectively by saving time and money more accurately.