ltl2ba
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Description:
Translate LTL formulae to Buchi automata
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: formal-verification model-checking ltl automata-theory formal-methods
Install: brew install ltl2ba
About:
Ltl2ba is a translator that converts Linear Temporal Logic (LTL) formulae into Büchi automata. This conversion is a fundamental step in model checking, allowing LTL specifications to be verified against system models. The tool is widely used in formal verification research and applications.
Key Features:
  • Efficient translation from LTL to Büchi automata
  • Supports standard LTL operators and syntax
  • Outputs automata in formats suitable for model checkers
  • Command-line interface for easy scripting and integration
Use Cases:
  • Formal verification of software and hardware systems
  • Model checking concurrent and reactive systems
  • Automated analysis of temporal logic specifications
Alternatives:
  • Spot – Spot is a more comprehensive LTL toolkit offering translators, formula manipulation, and automata operations, often considered more feature-rich than Ltl2ba.
  • LTL3BA – LTL3BA is another translator often cited for its efficiency in generating acceptance-based Büchi automata, similar in purpose to Ltl2ba.
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