SMV (Symbolic Model Verifier)

SMV (Symbolic Model Verifier) is a formal tool used to automatically analyze and verify system designs, especially those involving complex logic like digital circuits or software. It models systems symbolically rather than enumerating all possible states, allowing it to efficiently check whether the system satisfies certain properties or behaviors. Essentially, SMV helps ensure that a design functions correctly and safely before implementation, by rigorously testing all possible scenarios through mathematical and logical methods. This aids in identifying errors early, improving reliability and reducing development costs.