Unique Software tools developed by AST:
- Automatic layout generation of standard electrical components using the "EZ" layout language
- A Standard Technology File format to define the Foundry Process
- Programs to read the Standard Technology File and generate the DRC, LVS, Soft-tie, and Antenna verification programs as well as other set up files
- Automatic generation of test layout to verify that the DRC program is correctly checking the foundry rules
- Automatic generation of a layout rules summary sheet to aid the layout designer
- Automatic and optimum transistor sizing for digital critical circuit paths
