A unified optimization framework for microelectronics industry

Abstract

In this paper, an object-oriented unified optimization framework (UOF) for general problem optimization is proposed. Based on evolutionary algorithms, numerical deterministic methods, and C++ objective design, the UOF possesses real-world applications for various optimization problems. The UOF is with interface between defining a general problem and generic solver; hence the two areas are bridged. The UOF's components ate categorized into problem and solver parts, and they work independently. Therefore, the reusable high level code allows the adaptation to new problem and solver quickly. Practical applications in microelectronics industry confirm the ftinctionality of the developed unified optimization framework.