Multidomain simulation speeds systems design

Ansoft has released a new version of Simplorer, its software for the design of large-scale, multidomain systems found in the automotive, aerospace/defence and industrial automation industries.

Ansoft has released a new version of Simplorer, its simulation software for the design of large-scale, multidomain systems found in the automotive, aerospace/defence and industrial automation industries.

Simplorer v7 now features a powerful new scripting interface, enhanced optimisation and statistical analysis tools, extended VHDL-AMS functionality and new model parameterisation tools.

"Simplorer has captured significant market share in the automotive and aerospace/defence industries because it meets the needs of those involved in complex multidomain engineering in terms of accuracy, usability and flexibility", said Mark Ravenstahl, Product Marketing Manager at Ansoft.

"The innovations and improvements incorporated into Simplorer v7 significantly reduce modelling time, physical prototyping iterations and costs".

"These are the benefits that Ansoft strives to deliver to all of its customers".

Usability features in Simplorer v7 include a new scripting interface that helps users integrate Simplorer into existing design flows.

Enhanced statistical analysis allows users to perform design optimisations and identify design tolerances prior to manufacturing.

Simplorer also features new model-development wizards for creating C-models, VHDL-AMS models and component dialogs.

The VHDL-AMS functionality (IEEE1076.1) has been extended with optimised models, improved simulation efficiency and a modelling wizard, allowing engineers to utilise the IEEE language without learning syntax.

In addition, the software features a new add-on library of sensor models with 276 elements and a transient coupling link between Simplorer and Ansoft's Maxwell finite-element analysis (FEA) product.

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