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Description

Ansys Sherlock stands out as the sole reliability physics-based tool for electronics design that delivers quick and precise life expectancy assessments for electronic components, boards, and systems during the initial design phases. By automating the design analysis process, Ansys Sherlock enables the rapid generation of life predictions, thus eliminating the "test-fail-fix-repeat" cycle that often hampers development. Designers can effectively model the interactions between silicon–metal layers, semiconductor packaging, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and assemblies, allowing for accurate predictions of potential failure risks stemming from thermal, mechanical, and manufacturing stresses, all prior to creating prototypes. Additionally, Sherlock's extensive libraries, which house over 500,000 components, facilitate the seamless transformation of electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) files into computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA) models. Each of these models is equipped with precise geometries and material properties, ensuring that stress information is accurately conveyed for reliable predictions. This capability not only enhances design efficiency but also significantly reduces the risk of costly errors in the later stages of product development.

Description

Fritzing is a collaborative initiative that aims to make hardware and electronics easily accessible to everyone as a creative resource. It provides a software tool, a community-driven website, and services inspired by Processing and Arduino, which together cultivate a dynamic environment for users to document their designs, share creations, teach electronics in educational settings, and layout or produce professional-grade PCBs. This platform is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. With the introduction of Fritzing Fab, users can conveniently and affordably transform their circuit designs into bespoke, real-world PCBs. It thrives on community engagement, encouraging users to share their experiences and projects with friends while providing feedback on how it meets their needs. Additionally, Fritzing simplifies the process of creating necessary parts, with components organized into "bins" accessible from the parts palette, making it easier for users to find what they need. Ultimately, Fritzing serves as a bridge between creativity and technology, empowering individuals to explore and innovate in the realm of electronics.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Arduino IDE No 

Integrations

Arduino IDE Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

€8 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

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

Deployment

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

Customer Support

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

Customer Support

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

Types of Training

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

Types of Training

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

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ansys

Founded

1970

Country

United States

Website

www.ansys.com/products/structures/ansys-sherlock

Vendor Details

Company Name

Fritzing

Country

Germany

Website

fritzing.org

Product Features

CFD

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

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