Introduction to Digital Systems (PDF)

A unique guide to using both modeling and simulation in digital
systems design



Digital systems design requires rigorous modeling and simulation
analysis that eliminates design risks and potential harm to users.
Introduction to Digital Systems: Modeling, Synthesis, and
Simulation Using VHDL introduces the application of modeling
and synthesis in the effective design of digital systems and
explains applicable analytical and computational methods. Through
step-by-step explanations and numerous examples, the author equips
readers with the tools needed to model, synthesize, and simulate
digital principles using Very High Speed Integrated Circuit
Hardware Description Language (VHDL) programming.

Extensively classroom-tested to ensure a fluid presentation,
this book provides a comprehensive overview of the topic by
integrating theoretical principles, discrete mathematical models,
computer simulations, and basic methods of analysis. Topical
coverage includes:

* Digital systems modeling and simulation

* Integrated logic

* Boolean algebra and logic

* Logic function optimization

* Number systems

* Combinational logic

* VHDL design concepts

* Sequential and synchronous sequential logic

Each chapter begins with learning objectives that outline key
concepts that follow, and all discussions conclude with problem
sets that allow readers to test their comprehension of the
presented material. Throughout the book, VHDL sample codes are used
to illustrate circuit design, providing guidance not only on how to
learn and master VHDL programming, but also how to model and
simulate digital circuits.

Introduction to Digital Systems is an excellent book for
courses in modeling and simulation, operations research,
engineering, and computer science at the upper-undergraduate and
graduate levels. The book also serves as a valuable resource for
researchers and practitioners in the fields of operations research,
mathematical modeling, simulation, electrical engineering, and
computer science.