A mixed-signal open source EDA
O.H. de Jong (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)
H.R.B. Wösten (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)
Fabio Sebasatiano – Mentor (QCD/Sebastiano Lab)
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Abstract
This thesis presents the development of an open-source electronic design automation (EDA) toolchain for mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) design using the Skywater 130nm PDK. The toolchain integrates digital, analog, and mixed-signal flows using OpenLane, Xschem, Ngspice, and ALIGN, among others. It automates key steps such as schematic simulation, layout generation, and verification while remaining accessible and modular. A major contribution is the demonstration of cryogenic simulation support using extracted parameters from transistor measurements at 4K, showcasing the potential for space and quantum applications. The work also includes Docker-based deployment to ensure reproducibility and ease of use across platforms.