| Saber Worst-Case Analysis |
From systems to silicon, designers are using simulation to assure higher levels of reliability in their products. The December 2009 release of the Saber products features powerful new capability for performing Worst-Case Analysis on power electronic and multi-domain circuits, taking designers beyond the limitations of traditional WCA techniques.
Jan 27, 2010 |
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 Getting an Early Handle on FlexRay - Part 2 (In German) |
Automated Analysis and Validation of Flex Ray Network Topologies.
This two part series by Synopsys and NXP addresses the validation challenges of the electrical physical layer of FlexRay network system designs. This second article describe the simulation and validation methodology as well as the automated test scenarios applied to automotive FlexRay network implementations.
Sep 12, 2009 |
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| Getting an Early Handle on FlexRay - Part 1 (In German) |
Basics of the physical layer and its modeling
This two part series by Synopsys and NXP addresses the validation challenges of the electrical physical layer of FlexRay network system designs. This first article provides a description of the simulation models and other requirements for a simulation-based virtual prototype of Flexray network topologies.
Jul 12, 2009 |
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| The Virtual Vehicle, Part 4 - Designing a fuel injection system |
New engine designs are being subjected to increasing requirements from vehicle manufacturers and suppliers for higher efficiency, lower fuel consumption and improved driving comfort -- while at the same time meeting strict emissions standards.
Apr 15, 2009 |
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| The Virtual Vehicle: Part 3 - Developing robust wiring harnesses |
The rapid increase in vehicle electrical features has significantly impacted the engineering of wiring harness systems. The proliferation of options and various vehicle platforms requires the use of tools that enable data consistency and option handling, as well as complete and efficient wiring verification within the vehicle.
Mar 12, 2009 |
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| Part 2 - Early validation of vehicle electrical systems and power management |
Due to the increase in vehicle comfort and safety features, there is a significant demand for more reliable electrical systems. An increasing number of vehicle electrical components require a greater amount of electrical power, which has to be ensured at all times.
Feb 13, 2009 |
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| Part 1 - In-vehicle networking simulation and analysis |
In-vehicle networking allows room for optimization; however, it also allows opportunity for errors. The design of appropriate topologies for the physical layer has proven a tremendous challenge, requiring model-based methodologies and tools in order to validate topology concepts early in the design process.
Jan 09, 2009 |
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| Increasing simulation model compatibility (In German) |
Benefits of the VHDL AMS modeling language are driven by the increasing mechatronic content in vehicles and the need for compatible model exchange by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to facilitate virtual prototyping of these complex multi-domain systems.
Jan 02, 2009 |
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| The Virtual Vehicle: Part 4 (In German) |
Developing and Optimizing the Electronics of Automotive Injection Systems
Sep 01, 2008 |
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| The Virtual Vehicle: Part 3 (In German) |
Robust Design of Wiring Harness Systems
Aug 01, 2008 |
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| The Virtual Vehicle: Part 2 (In German) |
Early Validation of Electrical Systems and Energy Management
Jun 01, 2008 |
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| The Virtual Vehicle: Part 1 (In German) |
Design of Networking Topologies (In-Vehicle Networks)
May 01, 2008 |
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| Synopsys and Zuken tie simulation to boards |
Promising an integrated platform for system-level electronic design, simulation, and verification, Synopsys Inc. and Zuken have announced a partnership to link Synopsys' Saber mixed-signal simulator to Zuken's CR-5000 pc-board design environment.
May 30, 2007 |
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| Simulation-based design integration improves hybrid vehicle reliability |
Simulation-based design integration improves hybrid vehicle reliability
Jul 31, 2006 |
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| Design challenges of off-highway hybrids |
Hybrid vehicles in general are very complex systems requiring unpredented integration between control and the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Apr 01, 2006 |
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| Verification methodology provides robust embedded automotive electronics design |
The complexity of embedded software in automotive electronics systems continues to rise, driven by technology advances in the areas of power train, electronics, safety, and fuel economy and emissions.
Aug 01, 2005 |
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| Creating complex automotive communication architectures |
Synopsys’ Saber solutions address multi-technology simulation and verification of various components in various markets, especially in the automotive industry.
Sep 04, 2004 |
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| Targeting zero-defect system design with virtual manufacturing, General Motors |
Modern automotive subsystems depend on an integrated mix of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and software technologies. To help account for this mix of technologies, General Motors Powertrain (GMPT) pioneered a Signal Delivery Subsystem (SDSS) development process to design electronic controls and analyze technology interactions.
Jul 11, 2004 |
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| FR-HiTEMP Develops Next-Generation Aircraft Fuel Pump with Synopsys' Saber Simulator; Saber's Multi-Technology Simulation Reduces Aerospace Supplier's Prototype Costs |
Synopsys, Inc. today announced that FR-HiTEMP Limited, a world leader in aircraft fuel systems, has developed its next-generation of sensorless, brushless DC motor-driven fuel pumps using Synopsys' Saber(R) simulator. Saber, part of Synopsys' Discovery(TM) Verification Platform, provided multi-technology simulation for verification of the electrical, electronic and electro-mechanical elements of the pump designs to meet new aircraft power system specifications.
Aug 13, 2003 |
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