Siemens, sureCore, and Semiwise collaborate on cryogenic semiconductor designs for quantum computing.
Siemens Digital Industries Software has introduced a collaboration with sureCore and Semiwise, aiming to pioneer cryogenic CMOS circuits operating near zero temperatures. This joint venture is a critical step toward revolutionizing quantum computing systems by significantly enhancing performance and power efficiency in next-generation integrated circuits (IC), particularly targeting high-performance computing (HPC) research and development.
The crux of advancing quantum computing, crucial for HPC and other expanding applications, hinges on the availability of control electronics functional at cryogenic temperatures. Semiwise used Siemens’ advanced analog/mixed-signal IC design tech to create cryogenic CMOS circuit designs. These encompass cryogenic SPICE models and simulators, allowing accurate analysis at extreme temperatures.
This collaboration signifies a significant leap forward in developing CryoIP, a crucial technology for advancing quantum computing. SureCore has significantly updated CryoCMOS control chip design by harnessing Siemens’ Analog FastSPICE (AFS) platform, Solido Design Environment software, and Semiwise’s IP with cryogenic transistor models.
Using Siemens’ software and AFS at cryogenic temperatures has enabled sureCore to construct analog circuits, standard cell libraries, and memory designs—such as SRAM, register files, and ROM—with exceptional accuracy and reliability. Siemens’ Analog FastSPICE software’s proficiency in managing foundry device models under cryogenic conditions has been instrumental in achieving efficient analog, mixed-signal, and digital circuit design without encountering convergence issues. This precise and reliable functionality sets the stage for potential breakthroughs in quantum computing.
sureCore is advancing swiftly toward the tape out of its first CryoIP, capitalizing on GlobalFoundries’ 22FDX PDK. Paul Wells, CEO of sureCore, highlighted the critical role of this partnership in developing robust cryogenic IP cores, emphasizing the necessity for thousands of statistical circuit simulations to ensure yield and reliability in memory designs and compilers tailored for Quantum applications.
Amit Gupta, General Manager and Vice President of Siemens Digital Industries Software’s Custom IC Verification Division emphasized Siemens’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of high-performance computing. The partnership represents Siemens’ dedication to driving advancements in quantum computing, showcasing technologies and solutions that could redefine the landscape of high-performance computing.
Siemens’ Analog FastSPICE platform, built upon Siemens’ Analog FastSPICE eXTreme technology, leads in verifying nanometer-scale analog, RF, mixed-signal, memory, and custom digital circuits. It holds certifications from major foundries and supports various process nodes, from mature to advanced. The platform offers comprehensive features covering small signal, transient, RF, noise, aging, and multi-sim verification, with seamless integration into standard SPICE-based workflows.
The Solido Design Environment from Siemens is crucial, providing a holistic interface for nominal and variation-aware analysis. This environment encompasses SPICE-level circuit simulation setup, measurements, regressions, waveforms, and statistical results analysis. Using AI technology, Solido Design Environment assists users in identifying optimization paths to enhance circuit power, performance, and area. It enables production-accurate statistical yield analysis, reducing runtime compared to brute-force methods. These Siemens solutions provide a powerful and efficient platform for advanced circuit verification and optimization.
FAQs
1. What role does Siemens’ Analog FastSPICE platform play in advancing nanometer-scale circuits?
Siemens’ Analog FastSPICE platform is critical for verifying nanometer-scale analog, RF, mixed-signal, memory, and custom digital circuits. It supports various process nodes and offers comprehensive verification features.
2. How does the Solido Design Environment contribute to circuit design optimization?
Solido Design Environment provides a holistic interface for circuit simulation setup, measurements, regressions, and statistical yield analysis. AI technology helps identify optimization paths to enhance circuit power, performance, and area.
3. What are the key benefits of Siemens’ solutions in Siemens, sureCore, and Semiwise collaboration?
Siemens’ solutions offer efficient and accurate circuit verification and optimization, reducing runtime compared to brute-force methods. They enable production-accurate statistical yield analysis and provide a powerful platform for advanced circuit design.
4. What implications does this collaboration have for the future of quantum computing?
Siemens, sureCore, and Semiwise collaboration bring advancements in CryoIP technology, which is essential for pushing the boundaries of quantum computing. It signifies the potential for breakthroughs in high-performance computing, indicating a promising future for the field.
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