WAVES/WHDL GUIDELINES AND USAGE PRACTICES

MTL Systems, lnc. (MTL) and the University of Cincinnati (UC) propose to perform the Phase l development of WAVES/VHDL modeling guidelines. Our approach is to formulate initial guidelines, develop and test a set of small-to-medium WAVES/VHDL examples, test the set, and derive confirmed guidelines from the results of this testing. We are able to propose this Phase l example testing due to (1) an existing WAVES/VHDL design environment and (2) a set of examples by which to test the guidelines we develop. Specifically, our objectives are to (1) develop the example set, (2) use the example testing to demonstrate the utility of WAVES/VHDL guidelines and usage practices, and (3) recommend and distribute the guidelines and usage practices. The marriage of WAVES and VHDL in this effective design and test paradigm will be a significant enhancement to design practices across the industry. We will encourage use of, and obtain feedback upon, the guidelines through an organized contact, distribution, and follow-up program with industrial and government users. This will cultivate an acceptance of the guidelines even as they are being formulated, which will continue into the Phase II effort. The products of the Phase I effort, guidelines, demonstrated performance and industry acceptance/contacts, will form a solid foundation for Phase II.