Analog Behavioral Modeling with the Verilog-A Language (Hardcover)

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Analog Behavioral Modeling With The Verilog-A Language provides the IC designer with an introduction to the methodologies and uses of analog behavioral modeling with the Verilog-A language. In doing so, an overview of Verilog-A language constructs as well as applications using the language are presented. In addition, the book is accompanied by the Verilog-A Explorer IDE (Integrated Development Environment), a limited capability Verilog-A enhanced SPICE simulator for further learning and experimentation with the Verilog-A language. This book assumes a basic level of understanding of the usage of SPICE-based analog simulation and the Verilog HDL language, although any programming language background and a little determination should suffice. From the Foreword: `Verilog-A is a new hardware design language (HDL) for analog circuit and systems design. Since the mid-eighties, Verilog HDL has been used extensively in the design and verification of digital systems. However, there have been no analogous high-level languages available for analog and mixed-signal circuits and systems. Verilog-A provides a new dimension of design and simulation capability for analog electronic systems. Previously, analog simulation has been based upon the SPICE circuit simulator or some derivative of it. Digital simulation is primarily performed with a hardware description language such as Verilog, which is popular since it is easy to learn and use. Making Verilog more worthwhile is the fact that several tools exist in the industry that complement and extend Verilog's capabilities ... Behavioral Modeling With the Verilog-A Language provides a good introduction and starting place for students and practicing engineers with interest in understanding this new level of simulation technology. This book contains numerous examples that enhance the text material and provide a helpful learning tool for the reader. The text and the simulation program included can be used for individual study or in a classroom environment ...' Dr. Thomas A. DeMassa, Professor of Engineering, Arizona State University

Product Details

• Hardcover: 232 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (October 31, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0792380444
• ISBN-13: 978-0792380443
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It provides little information about Verilog-A, January 7, 2000

By A Customer

This book is the only one that I can find in the bookshelf discuss Verilog-A language. I expect it can provide some examples to model a real world analog circuit using Verilog-A language, but I am disappointed because this book provides only simple description about resistors, capacitors, etc. You can't even find how to model an opamp in this book.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars followup on prior review, March 2, 2000

By A Customer

the book introduces the methodology to analog behavioral modeling - starting with basics and then introducing complex examples (in the biggest chapter). the examples include an opamp and characterization of it. maybe the other reviewer did not get that far. a valid drawback is that the most recent specification for Verilog-A/Verilog-AMS has changed since publication (most constructs are still valid though).

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Riddled with errors, December 27, 2001

By A Customer

This book definately need an editor. Many of the examples,even the basic examples are riddled with errors. It is an ok read but don't expect to be a novice after reading this book.