Cost-effective numerical simulation of SEU

A highly modified version of the PISCES 2-D simulator has been developed that allows simultaneous solution of the charge collection and circuit problems and the optional use of cylindrical coordinates. The code has been designed for use in industry and uses robust numerical methods. The program runs on a VAX-11-780, and a typical simulation takes about four hours of CPU time. Test runs have been conducted on an advanced submicron IC process, and excellent agreement with cyclotron test data was obtained.<
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