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Introduction to Logic Synthesis

Presenter: Dharshni S
What is Logic Synthesis?
Definition
Logic synthesis is the process of translating high-level hardware
descriptions, like Verilog or VHDL, into gate-level logic representations. This
ensures accurate implementation.

Role
It plays a crucial role in converting RTL (Register Transfer Level)
designs into technology-specific netlists, essential for FPGA or
ASIC design.

Importance
This process bridges the gap between design entry and the actual
hardware implementation, making it fundamental in digital design
workflows.

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FPGA Design Flow

Design Entry Logic Place & Bitstream


Simulation
(HDL code) Synthesis Route (PnR) Generation
INPUTS
Target FPGA Constraints (timing,
architecture/library area, power)

RTL Description (e.g., Testbenches for


Verilog, VHDL code) simulation

Inputs
Logic Synthesis Process for an FPGA Controller
• Elaboration: Parsing and expanding the HDL design into a more detailed
1 intermediate form

• Optimization: Minimizing logic expressions, reducing area, and


2 improving timing.

• Mapping to FPGA Primitives: Converting the optimized logic into FPGA-


3 specific resources (LUTs, registers, etc.).

• Generation of Netlist: Producing a gate-level netlist that can be used for


4 further design processes (placement, routing).
OUTPUTS
Constraints file (SDC)

Gate-level Netlist Reports (timing, area,


etc.)

Synthesis
Outputs
Significance of Logic Synthesis in the FPGA
Design Flow
Design Accuracy
Ensures that the design meets functional requirements by
accurately translating HDL code.

Performance
Synthesis tools optimize for area, speed, or power,
which impacts the performance of the FPGA controller.

Feasibility Check
Helps ensure that the design can be implemented on
the target FPGA, considering hardware constraints.

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FPGA Vendor Tools: Vivado (Xilinx),
Quartus Prime (Intel), Libero (Microsemi)

Synthesis Third-Party Tools: Synopsys Design


Compiler, Yosys (open-source synthesis)
Tools
Role of Synthesis Tools: Automates the
transformation of HDL to hardware-
implementable logic.
Challenges in Synthesis
Timing Closure Issues
One of the significant challenges is meeting stringent timing requirements
throughout synthesis and subsequent implementation stages.

Resource Constraints
FPGAs have limited logical resources (like LUTs) which can lead to
bottlenecks in design if not adequately managed during
synthesis.

Complexity of Designs
Modern designs often involve complex architectures, requiring synthesis
tools to effectively optimize both area and timing under varying
constraints.

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