This hands-on workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to via design and signal integrity analysis using Clarity. Participants can bring their own (.BRD,OBD++,IPC2581) via design and learn how to import, simulate, and optimize them. The workshop focuses on practical via evaluation using S-parameters and TDR analysis, with hands-on exercises in automatic parameter sweeping, optimality studies, and performance verification.
EE engineers with basic knowledge of PCB design
Workshop Agenda
Introduction to Via Design and Clarity
- Overview of Clarity for via analysis.
- Basics of Signal Integrity (SI) related to vias.
- How S-parameters and TDR relate to via performance.
Importing Your Via Design
- Import your .BRD/ODB++/IPC2581 file into Clarity.
- Define ports, boundary conditions, and simulation parameters.
- Configure solver settings and frequency options.
S-Parameter Analysis for Vias
- Understanding via S-parameters and their significance.
- Reading S-parameter plots specific to via performance.
- Identifying reflection, loss, and crosstalk issues.
- Optimizing via design based on S-parameter results.
TDR Analysis for Vias
- Understanding TDR for vias.
- Performing TDR measurements in Clarity.
- Interpreting results to identify impedance mismatches and via defects.
- Improving via performance based on TDR insights.
Part 5: Automatic Exploration and Optimization
- Introduction to Parameter Sweeping in Clarity: varying via dimensions and materials to study SI impact.
- Optimality Analysis: finding the best design parameters automatically for minimal reflections and loss.
- Hands-on exercises using yourvia design to run sweeps and optimize performance.
Hands-On Workshop
- Participants work on their own via designs.
- Import, simulate, analyze S-parameters and TDR.
- Apply parameter sweeps and optimality studies.
- Troubleshoot via-related SI issues and optimize design.
- Q&A and discussion of results.
By the end of the session, attendees will be able to design and optimize high-speed vias including optimality studies for performance verification.
Attendees will receive a 30-day Clarity evaluation license after completing the workshop.
Registration Information
- EDA Integrity Solutions Offices, 38 Habarzel St, Tel Aviv
- 30/12/25
- 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Guy: 050-9161134
Revital: 054-5744779
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