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Danfoss Uses Cadence Allegro X AI to Amplify PCB Design for Energy Efficiency
Danfoss is a Danish family-owned company developing energy-efficient technologies for communities and industries. As part of its LEAP 2030 strategy, Danfoss is looking to tap into the full potential o
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Differential Pair Routing for Signal Integrity and EMI
Route high-speed differential pairs with better signal integrity and lower EMI. Learn stackups, impedance control, Allegro X constraints, routing, via design, and fixes for skew and crosstalk.
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How to Optimize the Electronic New Part Introduction Process for PCB Design
Improve New Part Introduction efficiency with OrCAD X CIP by automating approvals, validating components, and reducing risk.
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How to Use Verified Symbols, Footprints, and 3D Models for New Components in OrCAD X CIP
Learn how to use OrCAD X CIP and Ultra Librarian to quickly add verified symbols, footprints, and 3D models for new database components while improving library accuracy, reuse, and design productivity
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EMI Reduction Techniques for Switching Power Supply PCB Layouts
Switching power supplies are often the noisiest circuits on a PCB. Learn four layout choices that help reduce EMI: hot loop area, ground returns, input filter placement, and switch node containment
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PCB Fanout For 0.4MM PITCH BGA Packages
Understand PCB miniaturization challenges in HDI design, including via selection, stack-up decisions, and fanout analysis for high-density wireless ICs.
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How to Use “Where Used” Functionality in OrCAD X CIP for Obsolescence and BOM Risk Analysis
Learn how to use Where Used functionality in OrCAD X CIP to identify affected designs, analyze obsolete components, reduce BOM risk, and streamline component replacement across PCB projects.
OrCAD X Library Authoring & Management
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CIP for System Capture: Centralized Component Management, NPI, and Supply Chain Intelligence
Use CIP within Allegro X System Capture to centralize component data, streamline new part introduction, assign alternates, track part usage, and leverage real-time supply chain intelligence.
OrCAD X Library Authoring & Management
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How to Identify Where Obsolete Components Are Used with OrCAD X CIP
Quickly identify where obsolete components are used across PCB designs with OrCAD X CIP. Perform where-used analysis, reduce redesign risk, and improve component lifecycle management.
OrCAD X Library Authoring & Management
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Real-Time BOM Intelligence for PCB Design with OrCAD X CIP Compliance Module
Integrate real-time BOM intelligence into PCB design with OrCAD X CIP. Analyze component lifecycle, compliance, availability, and sourcing risk to reduce redesigns and improve manufacturability.
OrCAD X BOM Management/Supply Chain
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How to Analyze PCB Component Compliance Risk in OrCAD X CIP
Analyze lifecycle, sourcing, and compliance risk across your PCB component database in OrCAD X CIP. Assess BOM exposure and make resilient decisions with real-time supply intelligence.
OrCAD X Library Authoring & Management
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How to Add Secondary Sources to Your PCB Component Library with OrCAD X CIP
Learn how to add secondary sources in OrCAD X CIP to reduce BOM risk, improve PCB supply chain resiliency, and maintain approved alternate sourcing options directly in your component library.
OrCAD X Library Authoring & Management BOM Management/Supply Chain
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