Overview of Solvers
RF PCB Toolbox™ provides four electromagnetic solvers to support different applications.
Solver Type | Method | Attributes and Applications |
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Method of Moments (MoM) | Surface current and charge analysis of metal and dielectric structures using planar meshes | Complex layered structures |
2-D Field Solver | MoM analysis using 2-D pulse charge approximation of PCB cross sections | Multi-Layer transmission lines in Multi-Layer dielectric above a ground plane, such as microstrip |
Eigenmode | TEM solution that includes ground return vias (GRV) and circuit elements | Multi-Layer PCBs with vias |
Finite Element (FEM) solver | Full wave 3-D analysis of electric and magnetic fields | Complex arbitrary-shaped structures |
For detailed information on these solvers, see: