Branching loop summarization

In this thesis we present a novel algorithm for summarization of loops with multiple branches operating over integers. The algorithm is based on anal- ysis of a so-called state diagram, which reflects feasibility of various branch interleavings. Summarization can be used to replace loops with equivalent non-iterative statements. This supports examination of reachability and can be used for software verification. For instance, summarization may also be used for (compiler) optimizations.