Keysight Technologies and Siemens EDA have formed a partnership to improve the efficiency of wireless and defense system design. The integration of Keysight’s Advanced Design System (ADS) and Siemens Xpedition tools enables engineers to co-design digital systems and RF circuits more effectively, facilitating both layout and manufacturing in Xpedition while handling RF circuit and electromagnetic simulation in ADS.
The integration addresses the growing complexity of wireless and defense systems that combine RF components with high-speed digital circuits and advanced signal processing, all of which must function together seamlessly.
The collaboration builds on previous integration efforts, allowing bidirectional communications between Keysight ADS and Siemens Xpedition Designer, which streamlines the design process by eliminating the need for manual library translations between the tools.
Engineers can now easily transition between RF design in ADS and system-level design in Xpedition, ensuring integrity throughout the development process. This enhancement is particularly important for applications such as 5G/6G communications, advanced radar systems, and electronic warfare, where RF and digital interactions significantly impact system performance.
This integrated solution will be included in the upcoming releases of Keysight ADS 2025 and Siemens Xpedition Enterprise release 2409.
Nilesh Kamdar, EDA Design & Verification lead at Keysight, stated, “We have a long-established track record collaborating with Siemens to support customers in enabling the next generation of wireless design. The bidirectional integration allows engineers to optimize performance across various applications, including 5G/6G and radar systems.”
AJ Incorvaia, Senior Vice President of Electronic Board Systems at Siemens Digital Industries Software, noted, “As engineering teams strive to achieve digital transformation, the digital thread between RF and electronic system design becomes more critical. We’re pleased to announce improved integration enabling concurrent design to optimize system performance and improve quality while accelerating design closure.”
This partnership not only enhances design workflows but also supports engineers in tackling the evolving challenges of modern electronic systems, ensuring that developments in wireless technologies continue to advance efficiently.
