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PERFORMANCE ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS

Electronics engineering software

Accelerate electronics development - from concept to manufacturing - with an integrated simulation and testing strategy to make informed decisions early in the design process and build robust and innovative electronics products.

Optimize electronics engineering

Electronic devices and technologies have transformed the way we communicate, work, entertain and navigate the world. Technological advancements, evolving user expectations and the pursuit of efficiency contribute to the continuous escalation of design complexity in the field of electronics. With complexity come challenges of costly respins, time-to-market and overall operational efficiency.

41%

companies' top priority is performance

Customer satisfaction is rated (zero defect, performance, cost) as one of the top three pressures in the industry. (Aberdeen)

75%

time reduction in development with simulation

Best-in-class companies report a significant decrease in development time by pushing simulation into the earlier stages of product design. (Aberdeen)

56%

of companies combine simulation with test data

The most progressive companies combine simulation with real-world test data to underpin simulation fidelity for greater product efficiency and reliability. (Lifecycle insight)

How can electronics manufacturers bring innovative products to market faster while effectively managing design complexities?

Leverage test and simulation tools to analyze the impact of thermal behavior, fluid dynamics, structural mechanics and electromagnetics on electronics system performance. Integrate data analytics to enhance design capabilities and ensure dependable and sustainable development. Employ electronics engineering software to enhance productivity and foster innovation.

What can electronics engineering software do for you?

Simcenter simulation and test solutions, tailored for electronic applications, predict product performance earlier and throughout the entire lifecycle. This ensures that you meet requirements for speed, reliability and power consumption while increasing overall product development efficiency.

Drive productivity, empower innovation with Simcenter

Design engineers can leverage the simulation and test solutions provided by Simcenter, part of Siemens Xcelerator, to enhance product engineering. With the integration of state-of-the-art engineering tools, industry expertise, and dependable support, Simcenter empowers electronics innovators.

A multi-domain simulation visual from the Simcenter Flotherm software.

Multi-domain simulation

  • Integrate electrical, thermal, and mechanical simulation to accurately predict system multiphysics behavior
  • Optimize electronic designs by identifying potential performance issues early in the development process
  • Explore the design space to select the best product architecture
A couple of engineers using Simcenter T3ster software on a screen.

Virtual and physical testing

  • Assess thermal reliability of electronic components and systems to improve overal quality of electronic products
  • Create and test electronic designs in a virtual environment to identify potential issues early in design
Software visual from NX FLOEFD simulator.

Automate and optimize workflows

  • Automate repetitive tasks to focus on higher-value activities
  • Use reduced order models (ROMs) from high-fidelity simulation or test data to make super-fast predictions, enabling faster decision-making and co-simulation
  • Increase productivity through rapid electro-thermal design simulation
Model-based system engineering (MBSE) representation from the Siemens software.

Model-based systems engineering

  • Analyze interactions between electronic subsystems and components
  • Conduct trade-off analyses to optimize electronic product architecture
  • Facilitate collaboration and communication among multidisciplinary teams through a common platform

Try Simcenter thermal simulation

Try Simcenter thermal simulation and accelerate electronics design. Develop your designs using examples including printed circuit board (PCB) thermal analysis, consumer electronics and power electronics. Consult tutorials on seamless electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) date import for PCB models, heatsink optimization, transient analysis, liquid colling and model calibration.

Imagen del software de Simcenter Flotherm que ayuda con el análisis térmico y respalda el desarrollo de un gemelo digital térmico.

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User perception is critical; it’s a reflection of how well Simcenter is doing, and whether our continuous software release cycles are resonating with you.

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The most important consideration in selecting an analysis software tool was that all team members could use it regardless of their level of ability.
Hiroshi Abe, Seiko Epson Corporation

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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

How does heat affect the performance of electronic devices?

Heat can significantly impact electronic devices by degrading components over time, forcing performance to be reduced to avoid damage and potential failure. Heat causes mechanical stresses in electronic assemblies, accelerating wear out. To manage these effects, simulation should be considered early in the design to choose the best product architecture, understand the thermal performance and optimize the cooling solution for the system for cost, power consumption, form factor and other considerations.

What are the advantages of using simulation and testing software in electronics design?

Using simulation software and testing during electronics development offers numerous advantages. Exploring the performance of the design from the outset ensures a design approach that will work, de-risking the development process. Time is saved in late design through fewer engineering change orders, saving costs and freeing up valuable engineering resources for innovation on the next project, not firefighting the current one. Testing during the development underpins simulation fidelity. These advantages make simulation an essential tool for modern electronics engineers in developing innovative and reliable electronic products and systems.

How can Simcenter solutions for simulation and testing add value to my design process?

The uniqueness of Simcenter lies in its integrated approach to simulation and testing and making these technologies available to design engineers as well as simulation specialists. Embedding Simcenter simulation within Siemens NX gives your development team far greater access to simulation, enhancing collaboration across teams by making product performance a unifying goal. Advanced multi-disciplinary simulation capabilities integrated with test data, support the development of digital twins to understand performance before manufacturing to optimize the design for performance, reliability and sustainability.

How can Siemens help me automate and optimize my engineering process for more operational efficiency?

Siemens offers integrated engineering workflows that unify various stages of the engineering process, from development to commissioning and maintenance. The workflow across multiple tools can be automated to remove manual activities that do not add value. This integrated approach ensures seamless data exchange as an unbroken digital thread between different engineering disciplines, including simulation models and data, reducing human errors and rework.

Learn more

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On-demand webinar | Thermal analysis of complex multi-layer printed circuit boards

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White paper | Overcome thermal issues in the printed circuit board PCB thermal design process

White paper | Grow confidence in thermal management with thermal simulations before production

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