Electronic circuit simulationElectronic circuit simulation uses mathematical models to replicate the behavior of an actual electronic device or circuit. Simulation software allows for modeling of circuit operation and is an invaluable analysis tool. Due to its highly accurate modeling capability, many colleges and universities use this type of software for the teaching of electronics technician and electronics engineering programs. Electronics simulation software engages its users by integrating them into the learning experience.
Design rule checkingIn electronic design automation, a design rule is a geometric constraint imposed on circuit board, semiconductor device, and integrated circuit (IC) designers to ensure their designs function properly, reliably, and can be produced with acceptable yield. Design rules for production are developed by process engineers based on the capability of their processes to realize design intent. Electronic design automation is used extensively to ensure that designers do not violate design rules; a process called design rule checking (DRC).
Schematic captureSchematic capture or schematic entry is a step in the design cycle of electronic design automation (EDA) at which the electronic diagram, or electronic schematic of the designed electronic circuit, is created by a designer. This is done interactively with the help of a schematic capture tool also known as schematic editor. The circuit design is the first step of actual design of an electronic circuit. Typically sketches are drawn on paper, and then entered into a computer using a schematic editor.
Langage de description de matérielUn langage de description de matériel, ou du matériel (ou HDL pour hardware description language en anglais) est un langage informatique permettant la description d'un circuit électronique au niveau des transferts de registres (RTL). Celui-ci peut décrire les fonctions réalisées par le circuit (description comportementale) ou les portes logiques utilisées par le circuit (description structurelle). Il est possible d'observer le fonctionnement d'un circuit électronique modélisé dans un langage de description grâce à la simulation.
