Contents: Preface; Chapters 1. VLSI parallel-processing chip architecture, by R.M. Lea; 2. VLSI complexity, efficient VLSI algorithms and the HILL design system, Th. Lengauer and K. Mehlhorn; 3. Statistical properties and layout strategies for NMOS and CMOS layout, F. Anceau; 4. Silicon compilation for microprocessor-like VLSI, by F. Anceau; 5. LSI-processor architecture, by F. Anceau; Index. Each chapter includes References.