Process Design Kit
摘要
This chapter provides an in-depth look at Process Design Kits (PDKs), essential for ASIC design. It discusses different types of ASICs, including full-custom, semi-custom, gate array-based, and structured ASICs, and explains the role of standard-cell libraries in the design process. The chapter also introduces open-source PDKs like SKY130 and GF180MCU, emphasizing their cost efficiency, educational value, and potential for collaboration and innovation in the semiconductor industry.