Reference

Reference material collects technical background that is useful while using Monata, but too detailed for the main user-guide flow.

• Monata API Boundaries
  • Stable public APIs
  • Root facade
  • Internal implementation details
  • Ownership rule
• Device Models
  • Directory Overview
  • Relationship Between PTM, Berkeley BSIM, and VA-Models
  • Model Classification and Applicable Devices
  • How Each Simulator Uses These Models
  • Model Usage Quick Reference
  • Special Handling of PTM FinFET Nodes
  • Compilation Workflow
  • VA-Models Simulator Compatibility
  • Recommended Usage
• BSIM Models
  • I. What is BSIM
  • II. Evolution Timeline
  • III. Model Generations Detailed
  • IV. SPICE Level Number Reference
  • V. Comparison of Three Core Modeling Methodologies
  • VI. Relation to SINOMOS Project
  • VII. FinFET Device Structure
  • VIII. References

Planned Reference Material

• Monata file formats: lib.toml, cell.toml, symbol.toml

• Analysis specification details

• Measurement function reference

• Troubleshooting guide