Section G: Physics

• Class G06: Computing; Calculating; Counting
• Subclass G06F: Electric Digital Data Processing
• Main Group G06F30/00: Computer-aided design (CAD)
• Subgroup G06F30/392: Floor-planning or layout, e.g. partitioning or placement

• • Inventors in G06F30/392:**

1. **John P. Shen**: Known for his work in computer architecture and microprocessor design, contributing to advancements in this field. 2. **Fred Chow**: Recognized for his work in compiler technology and microprocessor design.

• • Prominent Organizations:**

1. **Intel Corporation**: Renowned for microprocessor and semiconductor design, including floor-planning and layout technologies. 2. **Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)**: Known for their contributions in microprocessor and graphics processor technologies. 3. **NVIDIA Corporation**: Specializes in GPU design, which involves intricate floor-planning and layout.

• • Lesser-Known Organizations:**

1. **Arm Holdings**: Though more known for designing semiconductor intellectual property, they also delve into aspects of floor-planning in chip design. 2. **Synopsys, Inc.**: Provides tools and technologies for complex semiconductor design, including floor-planning and layout. 3. **Cadence Design Systems**: Specializes in electronic design automation, including aspects of semiconductor floor-planning and layout.