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This article describes the use of Cadence’s Sigrity signal and power integrity solution ML optimization algorithm to quickly and efficiently converge on the best set of parameters in a set of IBIS-AMI models. The application of Sigrity was investigated for refining IBIS- AMI parameters to find the optimal set of values to maximize a specific metric.

Among various forms of signal degradation, skew is a key contributor to timing errors in systems operating at multi-gigabit data rates. An increasingly important factor at high speeds is material-induced skew due to local differences in dielectric constant arising from the PCB’s woven glass fabric reinforcement. This article aims to unpack the root causes of material-induced skew, particularly focusing on the glass weave effect, and explores mitigation techniques ranging from laminate selection to signal routing strategies.

Bert Simonovich explains why material anisotropy is not solely responsible for contributing to Dkeff surrounding a via hole structure. The via barrel conductor roughness and resin content of the as-fabricated dielectric pressed thicknesses must be considered and adjusted before applying this heuristic method to calculate Dkxy.