The 2014 version of the company's proprietary electromagnetic simulation tool, CST STUDIO SUITE has been updated and enhanced by Computer Simulation Technology. The 2014 edition has been developed to improve the performance of the solvers and increase the capabilities for hybrid simulation without compromising on usability.

Computer Simulation Technology announces a series of webinars to accompany the release of the 2014 version of CST STUDIO SUITE. The webinars will demonstrate the new features and tools available and their application to the areas of microwaves, RF and optical, EDA and EMC/EMI and low frequency simulations.

CST’s electromagnetic (EM) simulation software, CST STUDIO SUITE and Delcross Technologies’ Electromagnetic Interference Toolkit (EMIT), can be used to analyse cosite interference as well as the effectiveness of potential mitigation strategies. To showcase the practical application of the software tools, this application note looks at three RF systems commonly found in a smart phone: cellular transceiver, WiFi and GPS.

For optimal performance of an antenna array, the spatial distribution of the elements as well as phases and magnitudes at each element need to be tuned. The design of the individual patch element, the arrangement and spacing of the array and the layout of the feed network are all factors that decide both the radiation pattern and S-parameters of an array.

In order to strengthen the sales and support channels for their electromagnetic (EM) simulation tools in the Baltic region, Computer Simulation Technology have opened an office in Warsaw, Poland.

CST MICROWAVE STUDIO (CST MWS) is a full-wave 3D simulation tool that includes System Assembly and Modeling (SAM), which allows simulations to be linked and cascaded, so that the system can be considered as the sum of its parts.

This application note illustrates how CST MICROWAVE STUDIO (CST MWS), Antenna Magus and Optenni Lab can be used in combination to improve an existing GSM tracking device application. The requirement was to replace an existing “off-the-shelf” antenna on a GSM tracking device with an embedded, integrated antenna in order to reduce manufacturing and component costs.

The modern car includes an ever-increasing number of wireless systems. These require an assortment of different antennas, often mounted in close proximity. Coupling between these antennas can lead to cosite interference effects, degrading the performance of the systems or disrupting them altogether.

Winners of an annual grant given to university institutes and researchers for published papers related to 3D electromagnetic field simulation applications, the CST University Publication Award 2013 have been announced by Computer Simulation Technology. Highlighting CST's support in furthering research and innovation within universities, 2013 marks the 10th anniversary of the Award.

In this newly published paper, CST explores the potential power integrity issues within printed circuit board systems. When a PCB includes a power plane that is near to signal traces or other power planes, there is a significant risk of energy transfer between parts of the system.

Through virtual prototyping, Test Equipment Plus has designed custom filter solutions for their line of portable spectrum analyzers – Signal Hound. TEP have used CST MICROWAVE STUDIO to become competitive in the market, with design improvements such as the replacement of discrete filter components with buried printed filters.

Version 4.5 of Antenna Magus, a software tool that helps engineers design and model antennas, is now available. In the new release, an additional seven new antennas have been added to the database, increasing the number of antenna templates to 225. Read about the new antennas, including the linear array of rectangular patches, dual-ridged pyramidal horn antenna, and more.

Computer Simulation Technology will be previewing the latest version of its flagship electromagnetic simulation tool, CST STUDIO SUITE 2014, at European Microwave Week 2013, booth #103. CST STUDIO SUITE is used by engineers and researchers working across the electromagnetic spectrum to model systems and optimize designs. Its modules include a palette of high-frequency and low-frequency solvers suitable for a wide range of applications across diff...

Computer Simulation Technology and MAGUS are developing new tools for linear antenna arrays including feed networks, to launch with the newest version of Magus’ flagship product Antenna Magus. These features will be previewed at European Microwave Week 2013, nexct week in booth #103.

Computer Simulation Technology and Optenni are collaborating to provide engineers with design tools for MIMO antenna optimization. These tools for multiport matching will be demonstrated at European Microwave Week 2013, booth #103, and in a free webinar on October 24.

Computer Simulation Technology has today announced that it will be previewing the latest version of its flagship electromagnetic simulation tool, CST STUDIO SUITE 2014, alongside a full schedule of presentations and live demonstrations at European Microwave Week 2013, Nürnberg Convention Center, Nuremberg, Germany October 8 - 10, 2013 in booth #103.

In many cases, simulating the behavior of the model of a device is cheaper and faster than building a prototype and testing it in the lab. If a problem appears in a prototype this may require a full design iteration including the building of a new prototype. A virtual model can be adjusted more easily, and parameterization and optimization tools can make these adjustments automatically. CST STUDIO SUITE can replicate common measurements such as c...

The CST Webinar Series is back again this year! Beginning in September and running until December, the free webinars are a great way to both introduce you to the decisive advantages of electromagnetic simulation and equip you with techniques that help to shorten the design cycle and reduce the number of costly prototypes needed.

Electromagnetic compatibility standards exist to regulate the electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility of electronic systems. By law, compliance is required and in this article, CST AG showcases how EM simulation software can help strike the balance between EMC and competing design requirements in order to avoid costly development iterations.

With the high complexity of modern MRI systems, CST demonstrates how simulation with 3D body models can help engineers design the devices, while keeping the interaction between the human body and MRI coils in mind. Through 3D body models, it is possible to identify effects such as homogeneity of the magnetic fields and energy absorption.