New and Updated Models, Apps, and Add-ins in Version 6.4

PCB Import Tutorial Series

This new tutorial series demonstrates the import of a PCB file for generating a geometry for simulation. Key topics include previewing layers, generating shell or solid objects for copper traces, handling of vias, and creating simplified 3D components and pads. The tutorial models also demonstrate the removal of small details and how the geometry finalization method can influence the choice mesh generators.

PCB to Material Data Add-In

This new add-in simplifies a PCB geometry for simulation by creating a space‑dependent interpolation function for the material properties. The interior structure of the board is represented by the interpolation function, so that the traces and vias do not need to be included in the geometry. The simplified PCB geometry is generated by extruding the board outline according to the layer arrangement in the file.