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HSPICE 2011.09 – Major Enhancements in September 2011 Release HSPICE for Analog HSPICE Precision Parallel technology extended beyond transient analysis to support transient noise, Monte Carlo, IBIS, and MOS reliability analysis (MOSRA) HPP technology now delivers 10X scaling on 16 cores Distributed Processing Distributed processing now supports DC Monte Carlo analysis Signal Integrity Parallel S-parameter evaluation improves HPP scaling on high-speed circuits W-element field solver now supports multi-threading, delivers 5X speed-up on 8 cores, enables faster analysis of complex traces at more frequency points Multiple edges support in StatEye analysis increases eye diagram accuracy for strongly nonlinear buffers New Model Support BSIM 4.7 BSIMSOI 4.4 HiCUM Level 0 1.3 HiCUM Level 2 2.3 HiSiM 2.5.1 HiSIM_HV 1.2.1, 1.1.2 and 2.0.0...

GoldenGate 2011.10 Platform Support Platform Support Linux RHEL 4: 32- and 64-bit is the primary operating system (OS) for GoldenGate Linux RHEL 5: 32- and 64-bit Suse Linux: 32-bit 9.3.x and 10.x.x Cadence ADE Support IC 5.1.0 and all subversions IC 6.1.3, 6.1.4, 6.1.5 and all subversions License Information The GoldenGate 2011.10 release needs to be used in conjunction with version 11.9.0.40 of the License Tools which comes with the release in order to operate correctly. The GoldenGate 2011.10 release requires the EEsof vendor daemon, agileesofd v11.9, dated October 10, 2011. The software will not run if an earlier version of the vendor daemon is used. Note that later versions of the vendor daemon – when they are available –...

What\’s new in Altium Designer Release 10 Unified design with smart data management Moving from a seasonally-themed release naming to a simple numbering format, the latest release of Altium Designer – Altium Designer Release 10 – continues the process of keeping you plugged into a continuous stream of new features and technologies designed to make it easier for you to create your next generation electronics designs. The arrival of Release 10 represents a major step in Altium Designer’s capabilities. It includes an impressive and comprehensive collection of new technologies aimed at not only revolutionizing the way in which you manage your design information, but also automating your design configuration and release processes. This release of Altium Designer breaks new ground...

NI Circuit Design Suite 12.0, which includes the familiar NI Multisim and NI Ultiboard products, is both a software upgrade for current SSP members that are using version 11.0.x and a full installation for new users of the software. Learn more about our Software Maintenance Programs. This new release brings with it a long list of new features and quality improvements. The following list is a summary of the what\’s included: LabVIEW-Multisim co-simulation Multisim snippets Upgrades to Microchip software Database improvements Improvements to interface and property editing for generic diodes, transistors and FETs Digital signal analysis Improved text handling in Multisim Ability to load last file on Multisim startup Buses and connectors added to sheet properties color scheme Ability to...

Ucamco v9.23 has now released UCAM Version 9.2, making Visual HyperScripts more powerful and even easier to set up. New commands extend Visual HyperScripting to automate data preparation for electrical test. New functionality based on the feedback from users makes it easier to start scripting and to share scripts across a company. At the same time Ucamco has put a short training video on their Web site which shows how Visual HyperScripts cut CAM time and how to start to use it.Ucam CAM++ Powerful, fast and error-free tool generation, automated integration with costing & planning systems. In-built dynamic automation and a user-interface structured for advanced manufacturing technologies ensure a fast roll-out.UCAM Cam++ captures not just layout data but also netlist...

With over 7500 seats worldwide, Genesis 2000 v9.9a2 is the leading PCB pre-production CAM system, integrating design analysis with automatic data optimization to deliver precise PCB tooling data with unparalleled accuracy and speed. Integrates design analysis, planning, tooling, and workflow management. Cuts cycle time and increases yields through extensive plug-in DFM programs. Synchronizes communication between design and assembly. Easy integration with engineering and production. Genesis 2000 provides optimized CAM via full pre-production automation for PCB fabricators. Extensive plug-in DFM programs cut cycle time and increase yields dramatically. A true CAD/EDA download, fully translated into ODB++, complemented by seamless integration with all system modules and third-party programs, ensures timely and accurate processing of bare board data. Genesis 2000 v9.9a2 offers a...

The PLECS Standalone edition is a simulation platform on its own. It provides optimized solvers to speed up the simulation of electrical circuits and control systems. PLECS Standalone is a cost-effective yet powerful solution for dynamic system simulation in general.Product:Plexim.Plecs.Standalone.v3.2.6 Lanaguage:english Platform:WIN32&WIN64 Size:3cd

PADS®, Mentor Graphics’ world-leading desktop PCB design tool, enables you to develop PCBs within a highly productive, scalable, and easy-to-use environment. PADS solutions cover the spectrum of PCB development, from schematic entry to manufacturing preparation. But, unlike other products, we’re not ‘one-size-fits-all.’ With PADS you buy what you need. PADS Suites, available in three configurations, are our newest solutions, tailored to meet the design needs of each individual. Integrated design flows that improve productivity Available in multiple configurations of increasing functionality Supports a variety of design needs, from individuals to small teams Easy to install, learn, and use Affordable Available floating or node-locked Uses industry standards including Windows automation, Visual Basic scripting, and ASCII database Integrated design flows that improve...

LP Wizard is a complete set of tools for building and managing your CAD library and documentation. LP Wizard is the only CAD library generation tool officially approved by IPC to match the IPC-7351B standard. A full featured 10-day evaluation version is available. LP Wizard supports Expedition Enterprise, PADS Layout, Board Station, Allegro, OrCAD PCB Editor, and any other CAD tool that supports PADS ASCII import.Build Library Parts Quickly and Easily Flexible template based component families make it incredibly easy to build accurate lead-free ROHS CAD library parts. Starter library comes with 10,000 different component packages including 5,000 connectors in a CAD neutral format that can be easily translated to your personal CAD tool. Build 1 or 10,000 parts at...

The latest release of our most advanced design suite for electronics systems and PCBs CR-5000 revision 13 delivers a wide array of enhancements to help you streamline your design process. We have achieved sizeable performance gains in placement and routing, which accounts for 60% to 70% of PCB design work. Improvements in operability make design work more efficient. In addition to the features highlighted below, more information is available in the product release notes.Performance Faster processing for generating copper areas and automatic correction of copper areas as traces plow through or boundaries change. Faster display of filled copper areas and faster highlighting of nets with many pins connected. Faster design rule checking in both overall performance and rules by area....