Recent #Simulation news in the semiconductor industry

8 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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8 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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8 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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8 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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8 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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8 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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9 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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9 months ago

➀ The Fraunhofer IWES, UPC, eRoots Analytics, HAW Hamburg, and University of Malta have started the TenSyGrid project to develop a toolbox for evaluating the stability of power grids with high renewable energy content.

➁ The project aims to support grid operators in managing large-scale power grids fully powered by renewable energy.

➂ The toolbox will be compatible with existing commercial software packages and will use multilinear models to simulate power grid components.

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9 months ago

➀ The article discusses the optimization of electronic switches for high-power AC applications through SPICE simulation, ensuring precise on/off switching behavior even with sinusoidal inputs.

➁ It details the design and modeling of voltage and current-controlled switches specifically tailored for AC applications using PSpice software.

➂ The paper provides real-world examples and simulation results to demonstrate the effectiveness of these switch models in high-power circuits.

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10 months ago

➀ Researchers from the Institute for Molecular Science have improved the speed of DNA-nanoparticle motors by optimizing their design, bringing them closer to the speeds of natural motor proteins.

➁ The DNA-nanoparticle motor uses the 'burnt-bridge' Brownian ratchet mechanism, where the degradation of RNA/DNA bonds propels the motor forward.

➂ By increasing the concentration of RNase H, the speed of the motor was significantly enhanced, though it came at the cost of reduced run length and processivity.

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11 months ago
The University of Michigan's Mcity Test Facility has released the first open-source digital twin of its test track, allowing researchers worldwide to simulate and test connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) technologies. This tool offers a safer, faster, and cost-effective alternative to real-world testing, integrating with TeraSim, Mcity's open-source traffic simulator, to create dynamic testing scenarios. The Mcity digital twin is a significant milestone in mobility systems testing, including autonomous driving, and aims to accelerate the progress of autonomous vehicles by enabling extensive simulations before real-world deployment.
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11 months ago
➀ Organic components are increasingly important, especially with the advent of OLEDs in modern TVs; ➁ The development of new and sustainable material systems for organic components is time-consuming; ➂ Researchers from the Max-Planck Institute for Polymer Research and Display Solutions at Merck have developed a simulation method that could significantly accelerate the search for suitable organic components.
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➀ The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is developing the first integrated fuel cycle for stellarators in collaboration with scientific and industrial partners. ➁ The project, SyrVBreTT, aims to address the challenges of fuel handling in fusion reactors. ➂ It involves the development of technical components for both the inner and outer fuel cycles, including pumps, storage beds, and pellet injection systems, with a focus on realistic validation through simulations and experiments.
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