Sherlock automated design analysis software v. 5.3 now features thermal-mechanical analysis, which provides the ability to capture system-level effects on solder joint reliability during temperature cycling.

Cadence Allegro DesignTrueDFM technology performs real-time, in-design design-for-manufacturing (DfM) checks integrated with electrical, physical and spacing design rule checks (DRCs).

EMA Constraint Manager for OrCAD is said to ensure design intent is communicated and adhered to during PCB implementation.

Ultra Librarian now includes symbol and footprint output for Quadcept PCB design software, allowing access to one million parts through Digi-Key and over 12 million parts through ultralibrarian.com, as well as part creation capabilities using Ultra Librarian desktop software.