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Description

Create your photonic integrated circuit within a layout-focused workflow that allows designers to utilize either a drag-and-drop interface or a script-based approach. Both methods are facilitated by a comprehensive custom IC design layout editor, which also manages the physical verification and tape-out stages. L-Edit Photonics allows for rapid photonic design creation through its intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, eliminating the need for coding. Upon finalizing the design, a netlist can be generated to support photonic simulations. The PIC design is entirely integrated within an IC layout editor, enabling users to develop layouts without writing any code, thus supporting a layout-centric approach that does not require a schematic. For those who prefer a schematic flow, S-Edit is available as an optional tool. Moreover, a simulation netlist can be produced for input into a photonic simulator, and photonic simulations are seamlessly incorporated through partnerships with various providers. Additionally, multiple foundries offer photonic PDKs to enhance design capabilities. Overall, this comprehensive workflow simplifies the photonic design process while catering to various designer preferences.

Description

TopSpice is an advanced mixed-mode circuit simulator that operates seamlessly on PCs, combining analog, digital, and behavioral simulation capabilities. It stands out in its price category by providing a sophisticated SPICE simulator, a user-friendly integrated design environment that spans from schematic capture to graphical waveform analysis, and full 64-bit support for enhanced speed and expanded memory usage. Users have the flexibility to create designs through schematic diagrams, text-based netlist (SPICE) files, or a combination of both methods. All simulation and design functionalities are accessible through either the schematic or netlist editor interfaces, facilitating a versatile workflow. Additionally, TopSpice features a powerful mixed-mode mixed-signal circuit simulator that can handle any arbitrary mix of analog components, digital elements, and high-level behavioral blocks. With this software, users can efficiently validate and fine-tune their designs, ensuring optimal performance from the overall system down to individual transistors. Its comprehensive capabilities make it a valuable tool for engineers and designers seeking precision in their simulations.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Ansys SIwave Yes 
Python Yes 

Integrations

Ansys SIwave No 
Python No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$595 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

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

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 No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Siemens

Founded

1847

Country

United States

Website

eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ic/ic-custom/photonic/l-edit-photonics/

Vendor Details

Company Name

TopSpice

Country

United States

Website

penzar.com/topspice/topspice.htm

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