In this exciting episode of The Semiconductor Podcast (TSP), we have an in-depth conversation with a distinguished guest about the evolution of SPICE simulators, the innovations in QSPICE, and the future of analog design and verification. Here's what we covered:
1. The guest’s fascinating career journey and key milestones. 2. The evolution of SPICE, its beginnings, and its transformative impact on the VLSI industry. 3. Memorable experiences with LTSpice and its role in the guest's career. 4. Insights into the ongoing journey with QSPICE, including its capabilities and unique features. 5. The transistor/gate limits of QSPICE and its potential. 6. Target audience and use cases for QSPICE. 7. Challenges with the lack of a unified managing body for SPICE, unlike Verilog/SystemVerilog. 8. Future plans for incorporating Verilog-A or Verilog-AMS into QSPICE. 9. Possibilities of integrating open-source PDKs like SkyWater PDK with QSPICE for enhanced design and simulation. 10. The potential impact of AI/ML on analog design and verification processes. 11. Career opportunities for freshers at Qorvo and beyond. The episode also dives into the future of analog and digital design, discussing the roadmap for innovation and integration. Tune in for a wealth of knowledge and thought-provoking discussions! 🌟 Guest : Mike Engelhardt (Qorvo.com)
Mike Engelhardt has been writing physical simulators since 1975. His first simulators were written for high-energy physics labs and instrumentation companies doing charged-particle optics and oil exploration. Mike's educational background is physics from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor; the University of Mainz, Germany; and the University of California, Berkeley. He holds patents in simulation and switch mode power supply design. Mike has delivered seminars on SPICE simulation in 48 countries. He is currently perfecting the QSPICE™ simulator with Qorvo as his contribution to the engineering community.
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