TICRA Tools v23.1

Description

TICRA Tools v23.1
Improved Computational Performance: Users experience faster computations and quicker responses for pattern grid operations across all TICRA Tools products with the introduction of binary output files for pattern grids.

Design Flexibility without External Tools: The new Boolean Scatterer class in GRASP, ESTEAM, CHAMP 3D, and QUPES allows for the creation of intricate geometries without relying on external CAD tools, offering enhanced design flexibility.

Simplified Waveguide Definition: CHAMP 3D users benefit from a more straightforward waveguide definition using the General Waveguide Device 2D Rim, which allows the introduction of waveguides using interior and outer rims.

Advanced Antenna Shaping Capabilities: POS users gain enhanced tools for shaping dual-reflector antennas with the introduction of a new class, providing more advanced options for antenna design and optimisation.

More details on the highlighted features can be found below.

With an active Technical Support and Maintenance (TSM) contract you may download TICRA Tools 23.1 on the TICRA support site. Here, you also find the release note with all details on the new features, enhancements, and bug fixes.

If you would like to renew your TSM agreement, please contact us.
Binary output files for pattern grids (All products)

A new HDF5 binary file format for pattern grid files is introduced. The data can be stored as single or double precision. Double-format files are 60% smaller than TICRA format, and single-format files are half the size of double-format ones. This format provides faster simulations and quicker responses when using the grid data, providing enhanced performance. Users can now plot results in grids as a function of parameters in parameter sweeps. The files are easily importable into Python or MATLAB.

 
Boolean scatterer (GRASP, ESTEAM, CHAMP 3D, QUPES)

A new Boolean Scatterer is introduced, enabling Boolean operations (union, cut, common, and remove common) on Perfect Electric Conductor (PEC) scatterers. This tool allows the construction of complex geometries without an external CAD tool. It performs operations on both surfaces and solids. Translation and rotation can also be applied to each scatterer.

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