A computer-based system and method automate the generation of megacells in the design and layout of integrated circuits. The preferred method utilizes an automatic design generator having a user interface which receives design requirements for a megacell or other complex integrated circuit design. A...http://www.google.de/patents/US5898595?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5898595 - Automated generation of megacells in an integrated circuit design system