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Description

The Cadence AWR Design Environment Platform streamlines the development cycles of RF/microwave products through design automation, which boosts engineering efficiency and shortens turnaround times. This all-in-one platform equips engineers with sophisticated high-frequency circuit and system simulations alongside in-design electromagnetic (EM) and thermal analyses, enabling the creation of manufacturing-ready high-frequency intellectual property with exceptional accuracy and effectiveness. With a focus on enhancing productivity, the interface is both robust and user-friendly, featuring smart and customizable design workflows tailored to meet the demands of modern high-frequency semiconductor and PCB technologies. Moreover, its integrated design capture system supports a seamless front-to-back physical design process. The dynamic linking between electrical and layout design entries ensures that any components added to an electrical schematic automatically result in a corresponding synchronized physical layout, fostering a more cohesive design experience. This innovative approach not only minimizes errors but also significantly accelerates the overall design process.

Description

The use of 3D visualization and documentation in manufacturing data plays a crucial role in reducing defects and production delays. DFMStream® is an intuitive and comprehensive toolset that enables engineers and designers to analyze, verify, and optimize printed circuit board (PCB) designs for effective manufacturing outcomes. This tool evaluates design and manufacturing rules across PCB design databases, Gerber files, and NC data at any point during the PCB design phase. Furthermore, DFMStream enhances collaboration between engineers/designers and fabricators. Even if PCB designs pass the standard design rule checks within the PCB CAD system, they can still harbor significant issues that can impede a smooth transition to manufacturing and assembly. Often, these issues are uncovered just before production begins, as design data undergoes processing for PCB manufacturing or assembly. Such flaws frequently lead to expensive delays in bringing products to market, necessitating design revisions and reprocessing to resolve problems identified in the pre-production stage. By utilizing DFMStream, teams can proactively address potential design issues, ultimately streamlining the production process and improving time-to-market efficiency.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Allegro X Design Platform Yes 
Microwave Office Yes 

Integrations

Allegro X Design Platform No 
Microwave Office No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Cadence Design Systems

Country

United States

Website

www.cadence.com/en_US/home/tools/system-analysis/rf-microwave-design/awr-design-environment-platform.html

Vendor Details

Company Name

DownStream

Country

United States

Website

www.downstreamtech.com/products/dfmstream/

Product Features

PCB Design

3D Visualization No 
Autorouting No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Design Rule Check No 
Differential Pair Routing No 
Schematic Editor No 

Product Features

PCB Design

3D Visualization No 
Autorouting No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Design Rule Check No 
Differential Pair Routing No 
Schematic Editor No 

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