The proceedings of the 22nd ACM/IEEE Design Automation Conference explore advancements in the field of electronic design automation. This conference, held from June 23-26, 1985, brought together researchers and practitioners to present their latest findings and innovations. The papers likely cover a range of topics critical to the design of integrated circuits and electronic systems, reflecting the state-of-the-art in 1985.

As a collection of conference proceedings from 1985, this volume represents a snapshot of the design automation field at that time. It would be of interest to historians of technology, researchers studying the evolution of electronic design automation, and those seeking to understand the foundational concepts that underpin modern EDA tools. The technical depth and specific focus on 1980s methodologies suggest a specialized audience within electrical engineering and computer science.