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Mician µWave Wizard  2024 is a leading full-wave 3D electromagnetic (EM) design automation suite developed by Mician GmbH, a specialist in EDA tools for RF and microwave engineering. Now integrated with Altair Engineering, it focuses on the analysis, synthesis, and optimization of passive RF components such as waveguides, filters, couplers, multiplexers, feeding networks, horn antennas, parabolic reflectors, and substrate-integrated waveguides (SIW). The software uses a hybrid solver approach, combining the flexibility of the Finite-Element-Method (FEM) with the speed and accuracy of Mode-Matching (MM), enabling rapid prototyping and simulation of complex structures without full 3D modeling from scratch. This reduces development time and costs for applications in telecommunications, satellite systems, radar, and automotive radar. Key Features of mician  µWave Wizard 2024...

PLS CADD 20 is the most powerful power line design program on the market. This software runs under Microsoft Windows and one of its features is an easy and graphical user interface. PLS CADD software integrates all aspects of design into a single application with a simple, logical and compatible interface. No other program can match the sophisticated engineering capabilities of PLS-CADD. This complexity and integration leads to cost-effective design and is only produced in a fraction of the time. PLS has a complex three-dimensional engineering model. This model includes ground, structure and all wires. Models can be viewed in a number of different ways: view specifications, designs, sheets, and 3D views. It contains PLS_CADD, PLS_POLE, TOWER and CAISSON.Features and...

PLEXOS 11.0, developed by Energy Exemplar, is an energy market simulation software primarily used for modeling and analyzing electricity, natural gas, water, and renewable energy markets. Its core features include multi-scenario simulation, real-time optimization, and decision support, making it suitable for energy traders, power generation companies, and market analysts. Core functions PLEXOS enables hybrid modeling of regional and nodal power grids, effectively managing the volatility of intermittent renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Its AI-powered acceleration engine boosts modeling efficiency, empowering users to swiftly generate multi-scenario predictions. ‌ applicable scene The software is often used for energy price forecasting, market strategy development and risk assessment. For example, in the European electricity market, PLEXOS can simulate the impact of weather...

PSS/E (Power System Simulator for Engineering), developed and maintained by Siemens Energy, is a professional-grade power system simulation and analysis tool widely used in power system planning, optimization, operational analysis, and dynamic simulation. As one of the industry-leading software solutions, PSSE features comprehensive functional modules that empower power engineers and researchers to simulate complex power systems, including steady-state, dynamic, and transient behavior analysis. The main functions include: Trend computing and optimization: analysis of power distribution in the grid. Stability analysis: stability of dynamic simulation system. Transient simulation: evaluate the effects of short circuit faults and disturbances on the system. Multi-technology expansion: support grid connection optimization, new energy design and compatibility analysis. The modular design of PSSE allows users to select...

QuantumATK X-2025.06: Feature Overview QuantumATK X-2025.06 is a leading platform for atomic-scale modeling, integrating density functional theory (DFT), semi-empirical tight binding, classical force fields, and machine-learned force fields (ML-FFs). It accelerates research and development in semiconductors, materials science, and nanotechnology by enabling large-scale, realistic simulations with enhanced performance. Key Features of QuantumATK X-2025.06 Advanced Simulation Engines: Supports DFT with linear combination of atomic orbitals (LCAO) and plane-wave basis sets, semi-empirical models, and classical potentials for versatile material simulations. Non-Equilibrium Green’s Function (NEGF) module for simulating nanoscale devices and interfaces, including support for non-zero bias, electrostatic gates, and dielectrics. Enables modeling of complex systems like high-k metal gate stacks and 2D material-based field-effect transistors (FETs). Performance Improvements: Achieves 10x+ speedup in...

CYME Power Engineering Applications for Distribution Network/System Analysis Distribution Analysis (CYMDIST) To perform several types of analysis on balanced or unbalanced three-phase, two-phase and single-phase systems that are operated in radial, looped or meshed configurations. CYMDIST includes a full Network Editor as well as – Unbalanced load flow – Comprehensive fault flow analysis – Load balancing – Load allocation/estimation – Optimal capacitor placement Advanced Project Manager Supports the collaborative and detailed preparation of a project that consists in modifications to the network with related simulations. Automated Network Forecast Analysis To create, view and modify time-dependent projects (using the CYME Advanced Project Manager) consisting in modifications to the network such as the addition of any load at a given date, change/replacement...

XGSLab Release 2024.1.1 Completely new graphical interface based on vector graphics: Real and performing CAD included in the software No limit in handling the layout both about zooming and about rotating Coloured maps and contours all included in the same view and selectable by properly enabling layers dwg format added to the importable formats importation of 3D CAD entities such as polylines 2D and 3D importation of complex 3D geometries for background (solids and meshes included) Z coordinate oriented upward in GSA, GSA_FD, XGSA_FD and SHIELD New scheduler features able to take data from projects to be run Ability to analyse the transients of multiple elements in the same graph in TD Minor bugs fixed

Design Gateway is a platform for logical electronic circuit design and verification of single and multi-board system-level designs. It supports a true system-level PCB design in which individual circuits can be represented and connected as blocks. The platform enables engineers to manage signal continuity (interconnects) at the system level rather than just at the design level, allowing for an evaluation of board-to-board signal continuity. Zuken CR-8000 Release 2025 brings enhanced simulation workflows, strengthened multi-board 3D co-design, expanded AI-assisted routing, and tighter PLM synchronization for faster development cycles, greater design reliability, and a more connected enterprise design flow. Key areas of improvement include automation, to accelerate and standardize complex layout and verification tasks; embedded intelligence, enabling real-time decision-making during schematic capture, placement, routing, and simulation; and design convergence, integrating system planning, PCB...

CGen PCB – Impedance coupon generator/ CGen Si – Insertion loss coupon generator CGen Coupon Generator reduces the time-consuming process of creating impedance coupons manually to just a few minutes, adding powerful new features that give coupon generation new levels of control and flexibility. CGen PCB Coupon Generator is an automatic impedance coupon generator that allows you to create a controlled impedance test coupon from scratch or import finished stacks from Speedstack PCB and Speedstack Si or structures from the Polar Si8000 and Si9000 field solvers. CGen Si incorporates all the features of CGen PCB and adds insertion loss coupon capability. Please note designs for insertion loss coupons need to be fine tuned to OEM requirements and final adjustment of...

CYMCAP 9.0 is a specialized power cable ampacity software developed by CYME International, now part of Eaton’s Brightlayer Utilities suite, designed for precise calculation of ampacity and temperature rise in power cable installations. Below is a detailed overview based on available information: Key Features of CYMCAP 9.0 Core Functionality: Performs steady-state and transient thermal cable rating calculations using analytical techniques from Neher-McGrath and IEC standards (IEC 60287, IEC 60228, IEC 60853). Determines the maximum current power cables can sustain without deteriorating electrical properties, critical for designing and upgrading electrical installations. Enhances system reliability and optimizes equipment utilization by providing accurate cable modeling. New Features in Version 9.0: 3D Modeling Add-On Module: Enables three-dimensional thermal analysis for non-standard cable geometries and...

DIgSILENT PowerFactory 2024 is a leading power system analysis software developed by DIgSILENT GmbH, designed for modeling, analyzing, and simulating electrical power systems across generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial networks. It offers advanced tools for studying complex grid interactions, including renewable energy integration, distributed generation, and real-time simulation. Key features include: Comprehensive Modeling: Supports multi-phase systems (single-wire, two-phase, bi-phase, three-phase), complex earth configurations, and voltage profile optimization for bi-directional power flows. Contingency Analysis: Highly flexible for configuring fault scenarios, supporting single- and multi-time-phase analyses with detailed reporting. Renewable Energy Integration: Tools for analyzing wind power, solar systems, and other distributed generation, addressing challenges like reverse power flows and voltage dips/swells. System Integration: Compatible with GIS, SCADA, EMS, and supports scripting...

Mentor Calibre is an industry-standard platform for IC physical verification, circuit verification, and DFM optimization. It includes tools like Calibre nmDRC (Design Rule Checking), nmLVS (Layout vs. Schematic), xACT (parasitic extraction), PERC (reliability verification), and DFM tools for yield enhancement and multi-patterning. It is widely used by foundries, integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), and fabless companies for ensuring designs meet manufacturing requirements across all process nodes. Calibre in 2025: Key Information Calibre OS Roadmap for 2025: Supported Operating Systems: Calibre in 2025 supports Linux-based systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8 and 9, Alma Linux, Rocky Linux, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES). Support for RHEL 7 and SLES 12 SP5 is limited, with the 2025.2 release (June 2025) being...

Altair Silicon Debug Tools Faster IC Design Debugging with Smart Visualization Designing and debugging modern integrated circuits (ICs) is highly complex, requiring companies to assemble large design and verification teams to identify and resolve issues. Altair® Silicon Debug Tools™ is a high-capacity, high-performing solution that reduces complexity for design teams and empowers users of all levels to rapidly debug IC designs, significantly shortening the development cycle. Altair’s IC debug capabilities handle an exceptional range of system, register-transfer level (RTL), gate-level, and SPICE-level design abstractions for modern system-on-chip (SoC) platforms, ensuring that semiconductor designs reach the manufacturing stage fault-free. Key Features Mixed-Signal Design Verification Debug complex chip designs and IP building blocks with smart incremental schematic navigation, logic cone extraction, digital...

EMTP-RV 4.3.3 is a specific version of the EMTP (Electromagnetic Transients Program) software, also known as EMTP-RV or EMTPWorks, designed for advanced simulation and analysis of power system transients. It is widely used for studying electromagnetic, electromechanical, and control system transients in multiphase electric power systems. However, there is limited specific information available in the provided references about version 4.3.3 itself. Below is a consolidated overview based on the available data about EMTP-RV and its versions close to 4.3.3: Key Features of EMTP-RV (Relevant to Version 4.3.3) Purpose: EMTP-RV is a sophisticated tool for simulating transients in power systems, covering electromagnetic and electromechanical oscillations ranging from microseconds to minutes. It is used by major power system industry players like EDF,...