Advanced Design System 2003C - What's New

• New Agilent HBT Model - accurate nonlinear simulation performance for large-signal modeling of III-V processes such as GaAs and InP

• Test Labs - fast and efficient simulation of multiple simulation setups or Test Benches

• New Verilog-A Compiler (E8886) - access to industry-standard, simulator-independent language speeds the creation of behavioral and device models
  • E8886A Verilog-A Compiler - product details

• RefNet (Reference Network) - non-50-ohm terminations for designs and test benches

• Data Display Performance - faster opening, improved interactive performance, reduced re-drawing, "Redraw View" screen refresh icon

• Improved Tuning - faster Data Display and improved synchronization

• Momentum - MomentumRF technologies such as arbitrary polygonal mesh (mesh reduction) and DC/low frequency stability now part of Microwave mode

• Momentum: Automated Finite Metal Thickness - automated metal thickness expansion for improved EM accuracy; improved inductance modeling

• Performance Enhancements - speed, netlist flattening, faster MATLAB co-simulation, new SDD components, easy component creation

• Linux Remote Simulation - remote simulation on RedHat 7.2/7.3

• WLAN, TD-SCDMA, and 3GPP WCDMA Design Library Improvements

• Linearizer DesignGuide - Connected Solution - digital predistortion of actual DUT hardware

• Design Sequencer - automatic instrument control and simulation/test bench sequencing for connected solutions applications

• Logic Analyzer Signal Source - PER/BER analysis for digital devices

• Baseband Studio Streaming File - significantly more data, longer bit-streams, Baseband Studio File Reader to bring signals into ADS

• Signal Studio - files can be used in ADS Connected Solutions applications, including 93000 RFIC Production Tester

• New Ultra Wideband DesignGuide (E5619) - UWB "pulser" simulation and measurement setup using versatile test benches

Additional Information: Advanced Design System (ADS)

• ADS 2003A - Complete Solutions for MMIC Design   -   Using ADS for complete, end-to-end MMIC design.

• ADS Overview   -   Links to complete product information and online demos.