EM Verification of Complex Board Structures in the AWR Design Environment Platform
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Structure in Circuit Schematic
When the simulation is complete, and the EM structure is viewed within a circuit schematic, it is then ready to analyze further
and connect components across the board. Component pin names are indicated in the schematic, so each pin is easily
identified. In addition, custom symbols that match the layout of the structure can be created to ensure that components are
connected correctly (Figure 5).
Figure 5: Custom schematic symbol for the select region of the PCB
Conclusion
The example presented in this application example showcases the powerful capabilities in theAWR Design Environment
platform's PCB EM import wizard that help designers streamline the EM verification process for complex multi-layer PCBs.
Designers can now select and import a PCB file and run a full EM simulation using a simple and automated process that
significantly cuts simulation time without compromising accuracy.
Acknowledgment
Special thanks to Zuken for providing sample PCB files from which to develop this application example.
