Component behavior modeling using separate behavior model

摘要

A behavior model is provided, which is configured to simulate one aspect of the behavior of a component apart from the component model for the component. The behavior model can be included in a circuit model used to simulate operation of a circuit. The circuit model can include a component model for a component and a corresponding behavior model, which is located in parallel or series with the component model. The component model and behavior model can collectively simulate all of the behavior of the component within the circuit. In an embodiment, the behavior model simulates snapback behavior exhibited by the component.

主权项

1. A computer-implemented method comprising:
generating a simulation circuit model for a circuit using a computer system including at least one computing device, the generating including:
adding a component model for a component of the circuit to the simulation circuit model, wherein the component is a semiconductor device; andadding a behavior model to the simulation circuit model, wherein the behavior model is located in parallel or in series with the component model and comprises a mathematical formula corresponding to a set of behavioral characteristics of the component, wherein the behavior model and the component model are configured to collectively simulate the behavior of the component within the circuit, and wherein the behavior model does not add a physical component to the simulation circuit model; and storing the simulation circuit model on the computer system.