UVM and Emulation: How to Get Your Ultimate Testbench Acceleration Speed-up
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This paper aims to demystify the performance of SystemVerilog and UVM testbenches when using an emulator for the purpose of hardware-assisted testbench acceleration. Architectural and modeling requirements are described, followed by a recommended systematic approach for maximizing overall testbench acceleration speed-up and achieving your ultimate performance expectations.
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