How to Simulate PCB in Open Source Software

Learn how to simulate PCB designs using open-source software in this comprehensive tutorial video. Explore the capabilities of free simulators, focusing on Elmer software for practical voltage drop simulations in PCB layouts. Follow step-by-step instructions on exporting PCB designs, converting file formats, setting up simulations, and analyzing results using ParaView. Compare open-source simulation outcomes with paid software and real measurements, and discover additional simulators and tools. Gain insights into advanced techniques, open-source laptop projects, PCB Arts, and vapor phase soldering. Master PCB simulation techniques to enhance your hardware design skills and optimize your projects.

What is this video about
What we can do in open source free simulators
Elmer software
Practical example: Simulating voltage drop in PCB layout
Exporting your PCB
Converting DXF to STEP
Converting STEP to MESH and to UNV
Simulating - setup
Running simulation
View results - open VTU in ParaView
Results: Voltage drop
Results: Current flow
PDN simulation in Altium
Comparing Open source vs Paid simulator results
Comparing simulation results with real measurement
Simulation on the top of simulation
Other simulators and tools
Open source laptop project
About PCB Arts
Vapor phase soldering