WILSONVILLE, Ore., Sept. 10, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mentor Graphics
Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced its newest version of
the industry-leading ODB++ intelligent product model, a single and
open data structure for transferring printed circuit board (PCB)
designs into data for fabrication, assembly and test. The version
8.1 of the ODB++ product model format provides a unique virtual
documentation capability that seamlessly translates all data
files, drawings, and documents from PCB design through the
manufacturing flow.
This open product model format eliminates the need to create and
validate disparate documentation content, supporting all electronic
design automation (EDA) tool flows. Users of the new ODB++ version
will be able to share all the necessary manufacturing instructions
as electronic data, making new product introduction (NPI) more
efficient for all partners in the supply chain.
The idea behind virtual documentation content is to replace a
disparate set of drawings, documents and instructions with data
elements that allow the recipient tool to automate the planning and
execution of the manufacturing process preparation actions.
An example would be to define the solder mask finish color within
the ODB++ product model so that a PCB fabricator can automatically
generate the process, material and routing instructions for that
individual factory.
The ODB++ product model also includes support for EDA-based
design net connectivity shorts. In many designs, one or more nets
are intentionally shorted into a single net; the ODB++ product
model now carries that net attribute so that all downstream
processes can be streamlined and automated. The lack of such net
characterization has been a limitation of existing data formats,
resulting in wasted efforts between design and manufacturing.
Additionally, content for rigid-flex buildup zones to define
regions within the basic stack-up (either unique or within the same
region) on the board can be carried forward into analysis and in
the actual material-based stack-up definition. This feature
delivers accurate impedance calculations, using tools such as the
Frontline InStack for this capability. By accurately
identifying the physical boundary of different stack-up areas for a
rigid-flex circuit, the correct DFM rules can be applied
automatically, and rigid-flex circuit manufacturers can easily and
accurately calculate the impedance values for the circuit using
their choice of materials.
Supporting All Intelligent Product Model
Formats
Mentor Graphics and the Valor Division have a proven
legacy regarding the lean NPI hand-off from design to
manufacturing, including stewardship of the ODB++ product model. A
new format known as the IPC-2581 standard has emerged for
organizing and conveying PCB designs from CAD tools to CAM systems
for fabrication and assembly. Mentor is extending its support to
the IPC-2581 Consortium and accompanying format standardization
efforts.
"Mentor is the market leader for PCB design software and
provides a best-in-class solution for NPI. With our latest ODB++
intelligent product model format, we now offer customers a complete
and open design-through-manufacturing ecosystem," stated
A.J. Incorvaia, vice president and
general manager of Mentor Graphics Systems Design Division. "Our
mission is to provide our customers with the best tools and
technologies to increase overall product quality and productivity.
This includes support for ODB++ and IPC-2581, giving our customers
a choice in data exchange formats for hand-off to
manufacturing."
"I am very pleased that Mentor Graphics has chosen to
participate in the IPC-2581 consortium. Both Mentor's successful
ODB++ experiences and the successes of the IPC-2581 consortium make
a winning combination in our country's efforts to optimize the
design-to-manufacturing ecosystem. I look forward to
witnessing the progress of this exciting and challenging effort,"
said Gary Ferrari, technical support director, FTG
Circuits.
Most Widely Adopted Data Format Worldwide
With over
18,000 global members and over 60 partners to implement and develop
the ODB++ product model format as the de facto standard, it is
supported by all computer aided manufacturing (CAM) systems sold
over the past ten years. A lean NPI process encompasses
DFM-validated (clean) product model transfer between tools in the
design-to-manufacturing ecosystem – it's not just about a data
format. Around 80% of all boards used in the world are Valor® ODB++
compliant because of alignment within the ecosystem. The ODB++
Solutions Alliance was developed for the PCB manufacturing
implementers and supporters, offering free software tools,
specifications, documentation, and forums for users. Additional
information on the ODB++ intelligent product model format can be
found at: http://www.odb-sa.com/resources/
About Mentor Graphics
Mentor Graphics Corporation
(NASDAQ: MENT) is a world leader in electronic hardware and
software design solutions, providing products, consulting services
and award-winning support for the world's most successful
electronic, semiconductor and systems companies. Established in
1981, the company reported revenues in excess of $1.24 billion. Corporate headquarters are located
at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville,
Oregon 97070-7777. World Wide Web site:
http://www.mentor.com/.
(Mentor Graphics and Valor are registered trademarks of Mentor
Graphics Corporation. All other company or product names are the
registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective
owners.)
For more information,
please contact:
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Mentor
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