Title :
Software tools speed circuit board design
Author :
Pardee, Stephen ; Pennino, Thomas P.
Author_Institution :
AT&T Bell Lab., Whippany, NJ, USA
Abstract :
The growing complexity of printed-circuit boards (PCBs) and the concomitant need for computer-aided design (CAD) systems are examined. The features required of CAD systems and how they are used are described. The need for a standard translation mechanism to let the products of one hardware or software supplier substitute directly for those of another is noted. Future trends are identified.<>
Keywords :
circuit CAD; printed circuits; CAD; circuit board design; computer-aided design; printed-circuit boards; software tools; Copper; Costs; Design automation; Hardware; Joining processes; Lead; Microcomputers; Out of order; Printed circuits; Software tools;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
