Software digitally prototypes multi-technology systems.
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SIMPLORER 6.0 accurately models systems comprised of analog, digital, mixed-signal electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, controls, and other technologies. Exchangeable, open-source VHDL-AMS modeling language facilitates simultaneous collaboration of multiple organizations. Compatible with SPICE 3F5 format, software also includes hydraulics and automotive libraries, DC and AC analyses, and Maxwell® and Open Environment Interoperability.
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Ansoft Releases SIMPLORER(R) 6.0
Multi-technology system design for automotive, aerospace, and power-electronics industries embraces VHDL-AMS
PITTSBURGH - Nov. 7, 2002 - Ansoft Corporation (NASDAQ: ANST) today announced the release of SIMPLORER 6.0, simulation software designed for the digital prototyping of multi-technology systems used in the automotive, aerospace, and power-electronics industries.
"SIMPLORER's capabilities, features, and quality of support meet all our goals and fit well with our simulation vision and strategy," said Ron M. Wadood, Lead Engineer, Core Methods and Tools, at DaimlerChrysler. "The new version will help us to streamline and accelerate the electrical design process for conventional and electric/hybrid-electric vehicles."
SIMPLORER 6.0, an easy-to-use software environment built on a powerful co-simulation technology, enables engineers to accurately model systems comprised of analog, digital, mixed-signal electronics, mechanics, hydraulics, controls, and other technologies without having to choose between proprietary modeling languages. SIMPLORER allows all of these technologies to operate simultaneously, delivering unprecedented power and flexibility for simulating complex multi-technology systems.
"Simplorer 6.0 enables close collaboration between suppliers and OEMs, essential for concurrent design of complex systems, while protecting proprietary technologies," said Uwe Knorr, Product Marketing Director for SIMPLORER. "Ansoft's automotive solutions strategy has been validated by the recent adoption of our products at General Motors, Chrysler, BMW, and Ford."
SIMPLORER 6.0's new features include:
o VHDL-AMS: VHDL-AMS is new the IEEE standard modeling language for analog mixed-signal design. VHDL-AMS is designed to be an easily exchangeable, open-source modeling language that facilitates the collaboration of multiple organizations. SIMPLORER allows the VHDL-AMS to be mixed freely with its other modeling languages (circuits, state machines, and block diagrams), creating a very flexible design environment.
o SPICE Compatibility: SIMPLORER 6.0 is compatible with the standard SPICE 3F5 format, allowing existing SPICE models of components to be utilized within SIMPLORER, and thus eliminating the requirement for a tedious conversion process for existing models.
o DC and AC Analyses: SIMPLORER now supports DC and AC analyses, extending the software's capabilities beyond its traditional transient capability. Power converters with intricate, integrated control schemes can be easily modeled using SIMPLORER.
o Hydraulics and Automotive Libraries: The new hydraulics library provides a set of sophisticated models for power-train and other hydraulic applications. The automotive library offers a comprehensive set of models for extensive electrical-system analysis, including battery and fuel-cell models.
o Maxwell® and Open Environment Interoperability: With SIMPLORER 6.0, users can generate highly accurate system-level models based on the results of parametric finite-element analysis performed with Ansoft's Maxwell. In addition, engineers can reuse existing designs by co-simulating with specialized tools, such as MATLAB®/Simulink®, ADVISOR, and user-created C programs.
To learn more about SIMPLORER 6.0, go to www.ansoft.com/news/articles/Simplorer_6_Review.pdf. For general information about SIMPLORER, visit www.ansoft.com/products/em/simplorer.
About Ansoft
Ansoft is a leading developer of high-performance electronic design automation (EDA) software. Engineers use Ansoft software to design state-of-the-art products, such as standard automotive components and systems, 42-volt systems, hybrid cars, electric vehicles, drive-by-wire systems, power electronics, fuel-cell technology, wireless products, integrated circuits (ICs), and printed circuit boards (PCBs). Ansoft markets its software worldwide through its own direct sales force and has comprehensive customer-support and training offices throughout North America, Asia, and Europe. For more information, please visit www.ansoft.com.
SIMPLORER and Maxwell are trademarks of Ansoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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John Arnold
Ansoft Corporation
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FAX: 412.471.9427
EMAIL: arnold@ansoft.com
