Synopsys acquired VaST Systems Technology Corporation to extend its virtual prototyping solutions into the automotive and consumer application space. VaST is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California with sales and support offices worldwide.

The acquisition adds a set of processor sub-system models frequently found in automotive and consumer applications to Synopsys' virtual prototyping portfolio. The terms of the deal, which closed February 1, are not being disclosed. Synopsys does not expect the transaction to have a material impact on 2010 revenue.