Compare Ansys Pharos vs. EveryCircuit

Pharos integrates Ansys' exceptional electromagnetic (EM) engine capabilities with a unique high-capacity circuit simulation engine, enabling comprehensive coupling analysis and the identification of potential EM crosstalk aggressors for each victim node. By pinpointing the most vulnerable nets, designers can strategically direct their design choices to mitigate EM crosstalk issues, thereby reducing risks throughout the design process. This tool not only has an extraordinary extraction engine but also features a built-in simulation component that facilitates in-depth EM analysis and categorizes potential crosstalk aggressors affecting each victim net. As a result, designers can concentrate on the nets that pose the highest risk within their designs. Given the increasing complexity of designs and the extensive range of magnetic field interference, it becomes a daunting challenge to identify every susceptible victim/aggressor net pair affected by EM crosstalk. Therefore, the effective use of Pharos can significantly enhance the reliability and efficiency of the design workflow.

An animated circuit can convey more information than a thousand equations and charts combined. By superimposing animations of voltages, currents, and charges directly onto the schematic, users gain profound insights into how the circuit functions. The circuit simulation engine, designed specifically for optimal speed and interactive use, allows for seamless one-click simulations, catering to a wide range of components—from basic resistors and logic gates to intricate transistor-level oscillators and mixed-signal systems. During the simulation, users can manipulate switches, adjust potentiometers, modify LED current limiting resistors, and gradually increase input voltages, with the circuit instantly reflecting these alterations in real time. Distinctive mini-waveforms appear over schematic wires, differentiating between digital and analog signals, where constant analog voltages are displayed numerically and digital wires are color-coded for clarity. Additionally, any two time-domain signals can be illustrated in XY mode, enhancing the analytical capabilities. The oscilloscope's scale and grid ticks automatically adjust to optimal values as the data fluctuates, ensuring precise measurements throughout the simulation process. This dynamic feedback loop creates an engaging and educational experience for users looking to deepen their understanding of circuit behavior.