Simulator solves various analog, mixed-signal designs

The new simulator, a key part of the Cadence Multi-Mode Simulation solution 7.1 release, consists of a combination of Cadence simulation technologies and a new parallel circuit solver, along with an engine that efficiently harnesses the power of multiprocessing computing platforms, Cadence said. Virtuoso APS has an accuracy and use model identical to the Virtuoso Spectre Circuit Simulator, delivering improved single-thread performance and scalable multithread performance, according to the company. The company also claimed that the new simulator is compatible with existing Cadence simulation technologies.

"The Virtuoso APS is a significant addition to our Virtuoso Multi-Mode Simulation technology, serving as the simulation platform for a cost-effective, scalable and reliable solution for teams whose large, complex analog designs pose some of today's greatest design challenges and verification bottleneck," said Zhihong Liu, corporate VP of R&D for circuit simulation and physical verification products at Cadence, in a statement.

- EE Times