Remcom Announces Schematic Optimization for Matching Network Design in XFdtd EM Simulation Software
June 19 2024 - 6:00AM
Remcom announces schematic optimization in the latest release of
XFdtd® 3D Electromagnetic Simulation Software, substantially
expediting the process of determining an optimal solution for
matching network designs. The release also adds tune codes to
support impedance and aperture tuner applications. These
enhancements expand XFdtd’s toolset for analyzing matching and
corporate feed networks, providing a robust solution for all phases
of an antenna design workflow.
The optimization capability in XFdtd’s schematic editor
calculates and reveals the ideal component property values and
operating modes that fulfill user-defined matching network design
goals, including system efficiency for antennas. The
variables in a goal definition may be configured in innumerable
combinations to arrive at peak performance. In contrast to
manually solving using the tuning slider bars in the schematic
editor’s analysis workbench, optimization eliminates a potentially
overwhelming task for very complex systems containing multiple
switches and capacitors by providing a software-generated
solution.
The release also includes subcircuit analysis in the schematic
editor and the ability to retrieve tune codes based on desired
switch states. As switch states are manipulated, XFdtd
updates the corresponding tune code. Alternatively, a known
tune code may be entered and the software will adjust the switch
states accordingly for that particular tune code. This
autofill functionality eliminates the need to transcribe data from
external tables, thereby removing a point of error when determining
how a particular state corresponds to a given value.
Jeff Barney, XFdtd product manager, said, “The cornerstone of
the XFdtd roadmap is to support engineers designing increasingly
complex devices with as many efficiencies as possible.
Sophisticated components like impedance tuners enable devices
to operate in multiple bands, but they also complicate the path to
arrive at the antenna’s optimal settings. The schematic
editor eases these challenges by eliminating time-consuming and
manual effort.”
For more information on the latest release of XFdtd, please
visit Remcom’s website. XFdtd users without an active Remcom
Professional Support contract can upgrade to the latest version by
contacting sales.
About Remcom: For 30 years, Remcom has provided innovative
electromagnetic simulation and wireless propagation software for
commercial users and U.S. government sponsors. Our innovative
software tools, combined with exceptional support, have enabled the
world’s most advanced engineering teams to deliver their devices to
market by simplifying EM analysis for a wide variety of
applications. Remcom is committed to its customers’ unique
needs, offering flexible licensing options for installations of all
sizes as well as custom-engineered solutions.
Stefanie Lucas
Remcom
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