AI Plays Multiple Roles Within EDA

The article discusses the various roles that AI plays within Electronic Design Automation (EDA). AI has been quietly integrated into EDA for over a decade, but recent advancements in large language models (LLMs) have made it more visible. AI is now being used to address challenges related to heat, power, thermal, and mechanical aspects of materials used in construction. It is also helping with architectural decisions, floor planning, partitioning, and integration choices for 2.5D and 3D assemblies. AI is being utilized both inside EDA tools to enhance capabilities and outside tools to provide useful data to engineers. The article also explores the use of AI models, the need for abstraction, and the evolving landscape of AI in chip design.