Recent #Simulation news in the semiconductor industry

2 months ago

➀ This webinar series focuses on 3D passive vendor component models for accurate EM-circuit co-simulation of high-frequency RF board designs.

➁ It explores simulating active circuits on boards using Modelithics models in Keysight EDA software.

➂ The Modelithics COMPLETE Library supports accurate simulations and provides a ready bill of materials.

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7 months ago
➀ Signal Integrity (SI) issues in PCB and package design; ➁ Waveform distortions and time delays; ➂ Types of signal integrity problems like overshoot and ISI; ➃ Transmission line modeling and microstrip/stripline examples; ➄ Minimizing discontinuities and managing reflections; ➅ Mitigating crosstalk and via performance; ➆ Timing and skew considerations in high-speed digital designs.
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11 months ago
1. Keysight introduces a smart workflow automation in PCIe Designer, including IBIS-AMI model generation and simulation-driven virtual compliance. 2. The new workflow replaces tedious setups and hard debugging with automation, speeding up design cycles and reducing risk. 3. PCIe Designer offers a unified approach to simulation and compliance testing, allowing for early-stage design validation before hardware commitment.
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2 months ago

➀ The University of Stuttgart will showcase its groundbreaking research and innovative projects at Hannover Messe 2025;

➁ The Center for Integrated Quantum Science and Technology (IQST) is focusing on photonic chips for quantum computers and networks;

➂ The Cluster of Excellence IntCDC is researching sustainable, resource-conserving construction methods.

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2 months ago

➀ The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is establishing a unique research environment at the High Power Grid Lab (HPGL) to study the behavior of innovative power grid components under realistic conditions.

➁ The test platform is designed to mimic real power grids and will focus on low and medium voltage networks for regional electricity distribution.

➂ The HPGL is scheduled to be operational by 2030 and is being funded with 32.8 million euros from the Helmholtz Association's strategic expansion investment fund.

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3 months ago

➀ Siemens Digital Industries Software has expanded its cloud platform for systems-of-systems development with PAVE360 technology for Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) development.

➁ PAVE360 requires graphics acceleration for accurate simulation and AI processing, which is provided by AMD Radeon PRO V710 GPUs and AMD EPYC CPUs running on Azure.

➂ PAVE360 running on Azure offers cloud development features and system-aware views, helping to uncover defects early in the design cycle.

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3 months ago

➀ This article discusses how to design and test a voltage/current-controlled switch in PSpice simulation software to ensure compatibility with its analog behavior modeling for high-intensity circuits.

➁ The article provides examples of two electronic switch designs for high-power linear circuits consisting of pure resistors, along with detailed procedures for obtaining their DC equivalents using PSpice's behavioral model options.

➂ It also demonstrates how these switches can be used to simulate high-power electronic circuits, emphasizing their potential applications in power electronics and high-power RF/microwave components.

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3 months ago

➀ The article discusses the optimization of voltage stability in circuits, specifically focusing on GPS and wireless communication systems.

➁ It highlights the use of simulation tools like PSpice and the Superposition Theorem to analyze and adjust circuit parameters.

➂ The author provides detailed examples and equations to demonstrate how to achieve the desired voltage and current levels in a circuit using these methods.

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3 months ago

➀ Bolt Graphics introduces a new GPU architecture called Zeus, designed for rendering, gaming, and HPC, with a focus on high-end computing and hardware improvements.

➁ The architecture includes features like Path Tracing in hardware and a real-time path tracer called Glowstick, aiming to provide better working views for artists and faster rendering times.

➂ Bolt Graphics demonstrates the performance improvements with simulations, including electromagnetic wave simulations and FFT simulations, showcasing the capabilities of the Zeus architecture in HPC workloads.

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3 months ago

➀ Researchers at the Fritz-Haber Institute have developed the Automatic Process Explorer (APE), an approach that enhances our understanding of atomic and molecular processes.

➁ APE reveals unexpected complexities in the oxidation of palladium (Pd) surfaces, providing new insights into catalyst behavior.

➂ By using machine-learned interatomic potentials (MLIPs), APE predicts atomic interactions and improves the accuracy of simulations.

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3 months ago

➀ This resource covers a wide range of simulation cases, including silicon power devices, wide-bandgap devices, BJT devices, CMOS/Logic devices, ESD devices, memory devices, nanoscale devices, two-dimensional materials, thin-film transistors, photonic devices, and more.

➁ It discusses the importance of accessing high-quality technical resources and learning materials in the fast-paced information age.

➂ The article emphasizes the need for targeted textbooks, online courses, interactive learning platforms, and an active user community to facilitate the learning of professional software and simulation programming.

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3 months ago

➀ Altair has announced Altair® HyperWorks® 2025, a new simulation and design platform that leverages AI, machine learning, and HPC to enhance engineering processes.

➁ The platform integrates AI-driven models, machine learning solvers, and automation features to accelerate design and testing without the need for physical prototypes.

➂ Altair HyperWorks 2025 also offers cloud-based and SaaS solutions to improve collaboration and scalability.

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4 months ago

➀ Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and NVIDIA have developed a new model to train robots to move like human athletes.

➁ The model, called ASAP, involves a two-stage training framework that improves the adaptability and fluidity of robot movements.

➂ While the robot successfully replicated several iconic sports moves, more work is needed to make robots as athletic as professional athletes.

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