CNC and EDA

Lin Yun built a prototype of every CNC machine in his lab, and the results were even better than he had expected. The new machine was not only faster and more precise than the previous models but also significantly cheaper to produce.

With the CNC machine design finalized, Lin Yun turned his attention to the next major project: the EDA software. He knew that creating a powerful and intuitive EDA suite was crucial for his long-term goal of building a semiconductor industry.

The EDA software he had acquired from the system was far more advanced than anything that existed in this world. It encompassed all the tools necessary for chip design, from schematic capture and simulation to layout design and verification.

Lin Yun's task now was to adapt this advanced software to the current technological landscape. He needed to create a user interface that was accessible to engineers who were unfamiliar with such sophisticated tools, and he needed to integrate it with the existing hardware infrastructure.

He assembled a team of programmers from Cloud Technology, and explained his vision for the EDA software. He outlined the core functionalities, the user interface design principles, and the overall architecture of the software.

"We're not just creating another EDA tool," he told them. "We're building a platform that will empower a new generation of chip designers. It needs to be intuitive, powerful, and accessible to everyone, regardless of their prior experience."

The team was initially overwhelmed by the complexity of the project, but Lin Yun's clear guidance and unwavering enthusiasm soon inspired them. They divided the work into modules, with different groups focusing on specific aspects of the software, such as the schematic editor, the simulation engine, and the layout tools.

Lin Yun worked closely with each group, providing technical expertise and ensuring that all the modules worked together seamlessly. He spent hours in the DDL space, running simulations and testing different design approaches, using Luna's assistance to identify potential bottlenecks and optimize performance.

One of the key features Lin Yun focused on was the software's integration with the CNC machines he had designed. He envisioned a seamless workflow where engineers could design a chip using the EDA software, simulate its performance, and then send the design directly to the CNC machines for fabrication.

This level of integration was unheard of in the current industry, and it had the potential to revolutionize the way chips were designed and manufactured.

As the days turned into weeks, the EDA software began to take shape. The user interface was clean and intuitive, with drag-and-drop functionality, interactive tutorials, and context-sensitive help. The simulation engine was fast and accurate, capable of handling complex designs with ease.

The layout tools were powerful and flexible, allowing engineers to create intricate chip layouts with precision and efficiency.

Lin Yun also incorporated features that were unique to his EDA software, such as automated design rule checking, which ensured that the designs adhered to industry standards, and real-time power analysis, which allowed engineers to optimize their designs for energy efficiency.

He even added a feature that allowed engineers to simulate the manufacturing process itself, giving them a virtual preview of how their designs would be fabricated on the CNC machines.

By the time the first version of the EDA software was ready for testing, it was clear that Lin Yun and his team had created something truly special. It was a tool that could empower engineers to design chips that were faster, more powerful, and more energy-efficient than anything that had come before.

Lin Yun gathered his team for a demonstration, his heart pounding with a mixture of excitement and anticipation. He launched the software, and the room fell silent as everyone watched him navigate through the interface.

He showed them how to create a simple circuit, how to simulate its behavior, and how to lay it out on a virtual chip. He then demonstrated the software's advanced features, such as automatic routing and design rule checking.

The team was amazed. They had never seen anything like it before. It was like magic, watching a complex chip design come to life on the screen.

"This is incredible," Gong Xiao said, his voice filled with awe. "It's so intuitive, so easy to use. It's like the software anticipates what you want to do."

Jin Yang nodded in agreement. "And the simulation engine is incredibly fast. I've never seen anything like it. This is going to change everything."

Lin Yun smiled, feeling a surge of pride. "This is just the beginning. We're going to keep improving it, adding new features, and making it even more powerful. This is the future of chip design."

With the EDA software nearing completion, Lin Yun knew it was time to start thinking about the next steps. He had the tools, the technology, and the team to build a semiconductor empire. But he also needed a workforce, a group of skilled individuals who could operate the CNC machines and assemble the chips.

He decided to start by recruiting locally. He put out ads in newspapers and online job boards, looking for people with experience in manufacturing, assembly, and quality control. He also reached out to vocational schools and community colleges, hoping to find young people who were eager to learn and build a career in the growing tech industry.

The response was overwhelming. Hundreds of people applied for the positions, drawn by the promise of good pay, stable employment, and the chance to be part of something new and exciting.

Lin Yun and Lin Xue personally interviewed many of the candidates, looking for individuals who were not only skilled but also possessed a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

They hired a diverse group of workers, from experienced machinists to recent graduates, and began training them on the intricacies of the CNC machines and the EDA software.

Lin Yun himself spent many hours on the factory floor, working alongside the new recruits, teaching them the skills they needed and instilling in them his vision for the company.

Looking at the first CNC lathe that the workers had just assembled, Lin Yun smiled brightly and said, "It's done! Thank you, everyone!"

An enthusiastic round of applause immediately erupted. The company's first product was finally ready to enter the market!