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The MathWorks Introduces Link for ModelSim 2; Tool Upgrade Adds Direct Verilog Support; Collaboration with Mentor Graphics Streamlines Verification Process and Enhances Model-Based Design
SAN FRANCISCO—(BUSINESS WIRE)—July 24, 2006—
The MathWorks today announced at the 2006 Design
Automation Conference the availability of Link for ModelSim(R) 2,
which enhances the use of Model-Based Design for hardware verification
by offering full Verilog and VHDL support. Link for ModelSim enables
users to efficiently verify RTL-level models from within MATLAB(R) and
Simulink(R) and provides a bidirectional link to the Mentor
Graphics(R) ModelSim HDL simulator. Additionally, Link for ModelSim
now allows product engineering teams to integrate algorithm and system
design with hardware implementation using their language of choice,
eliminating the errors and time associated with manual methods by
automating the verification process.
Link for ModelSim is a co-simulation interface that integrates
MathWorks products into the hardware design flow for FPGA, ASIC, and
SoC development. Using Link for ModelSim, designers benefit from
system-level verification, software test benching, component modeling,
and analysis capabilities. By adding HDL to the simultaneous, direct,
mixed-language capabilities of MATLAB and Simulink, Link for ModelSim
enables continuous test and verification, a core element of
Model-Based Design.
"With direct support for the Verilog HDL now available, this will
add to the rapid and accelerated adoption of Link for ModelSim," said
Dennis Brophy, director of strategic business development, Mentor
Graphics Corporation. "It addresses a critical pain in the hardware
verification flow. Now all designers using VHDL, Verilog, and
mixed-HDL can benefit from Model-Based Design."
Using Model-Based Design and Link for ModelSim, users can
streamline the verification process by developing an executable
specification, automatically generating code, and performing hardware
co-simulation throughout the development process. Thus, errors are
found earlier, when they are easier and less costly to fix.
Link for ModelSim also brings increased capabilities to its users.
Now engineers can exploit the MATLAB component capability to re-use
MATLAB code in hardware simulations when HDL blocks have not yet been
coded. At the same time, users can continue to use MATLAB as a test
bench to verify HDL implementation of signal processing and other
algorithms.
"Link for ModelSim brings together system models and hardware
component verification through Model-Based Design," said Ken
Karnofsky, director of marketing, signal processing and
communications, The MathWorks. "Now, more users can reduce development
time and errors by practicing continuous verification throughout the
system and hardware development process."
Pricing and Availability
Link for ModelSim 2 is available immediately for Microsoft
Windows, UNIX/Linux, and Macintosh platforms. Commercial US list
prices start at $2,000. For further information, please visit the
product Web site, www.mathworks.com/products/modelsim/.
About The MathWorks
The MathWorks is the world's leading developer of technical
computing and Model-Based Design software for engineers and scientists
in industry, government, and education. With an extensive product set
based on MATLAB and Simulink, The MathWorks provides software and
services to solve challenging problems and accelerate innovation in
automotive, aerospace, communications, financial services,
biotechnology, electronics, instrumentation, process, and other
industries.
The MathWorks was founded in 1984 and employs more than 1,400
people worldwide, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts. For
additional information, visit www.mathworks.com.
About Mentor Graphics
Mentor Graphics Corporation (Nasdaq:MENT) is a world leader in
electronic hardware and software design solutions, providing products,
consulting services and award-winning support for the world's most
successful electronics and semiconductor companies. Established in
1981, the company reported revenues over the last 12 months of over
$725 million and employs approximately 4,050 people worldwide.
Corporate headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road,
Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777. World Wide Web site:
http://www.mentor.com/
MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Handle Graphics, Real-Time Workshop,
and xPC TargetBox are registered trademarks of The MathWorks, Inc.
Mentor Graphics and ModelSim are registered trademarks of Mentor
Graphics Corporation. Other product or brand names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Contact:
The MathWorks, Inc.
Dave Smith, 508-647-7427
Email Contact
or
Mentor Graphics Corp.
Larry Toda, 503-685-1664
Email Contact
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