The FX version of the ICD Stackup Planner integrates boundary element method 2D field solver technology into impedance planning software. Features several configurations. FX is the base package, supporting up to six layers. FX-Pro supports up to 12 layers, and allows multiple differential pairs per layer. FX-HDI supports an unlimited number of layers; uses customizable dielectric materials library.

In-Circuit Design, www.icd.com.au

Vectra halogen free liquid crystal polymers now come in high flow, high performance thermoplastics versions.

XJTAG Development System v. 2.7 boundary scan software features a new JTAG chain identifier said to detect and automatically set up the JTAG chain in a circuit, eliminating manual steps through each device or connector in the chain themselves.

XcitePI IO Interconnect Model Extraction high-speed analysis software generates chip IO power/ground and signal interconnect models for accurate system-level analysis of high-speed channels and buses. Features unique built-in IO quality assessment capabilities to enable fast checks of IO power/ground robustness and signal electrical performance to identify potential design defects. Creates chip models with high resolution and compact size to ensure accuracy and efficiency. These models can be used in conjunction with SPICE-compatible circuits for system-level simulations. Enables quick assessment of power and ground quality along with signal performance at every IO cell.

Sigrity, www.sigrity.com