A mixed-signal open source EDA

Bachelor Thesis (2025)
Author(s)

O.H. de Jong (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)

H.R.B. Wösten (TU Delft - Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science)

Contributor(s)

Fabio Sebasatiano – Mentor (QCD/Sebastiano Lab)

Faculty
Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
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Publication Year
2025
Language
English
Graduation Date
26-06-2025
Awarding Institution
Delft University of Technology
Programme
['Electrical Engineering']
Faculty
Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science
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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.

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