Triad Semiconductor is changing the way that engineers design mixed-signal ASICs. Triad uses new technology that combines silicon-proven analog and digital resources onto ASIC die that can then be configured with a single mask layer into a unique customer IC. ViaDesignerâ„¢ is a new EDA tool that enables system-level engineers who have no IC design experience to design their own mixed-signal ViaASICs. This new approach to IC design is built on Mentor Graphics Corporation’s comprehensive system-level design tool called SystemVision® and Triad’s intelligent ViaASICâ„¢ library wizards. This approach to ASIC design reduces development cost, development time, and is easier and less risky than traditional full-custom IC design.Â
Jim Kemerling
Over 25 years of experience in integrated circuit and system-level design. Prior to founding Triad, worked with MX-COM, Aritech, GE/Ericsson, Lynch Communication Systems, and Rockwell International in the development of full custom analog/digital ICs. Jim holds a BSEE from SDSU and a MSEE from the University of Nevada.
Darrell Teegarden
Over 30 years of experience in modeling and analysis tool development, particularly with analog/mixed-signal hardware description languages. Co-author of the book, The System Designer’s Guide to VHDL-AMS : Analog, Mixed-Signal, and Mixed-Technology Modeling. He received a BS in chemical engineering from ¾«¶«Ó°ÊÓand an MS in electrical engineering from Stanford University.