MCAD integration

Cadence and Autodesk have linked their respective cloud-based PCB and mechanical design tools.

RS Components is now offering a solid-modelling tool to work with its free PCB design tool to provide easier access to 3D mechanical design.

Cadence Design Systems has updated both of its printed circuit board (PCB) tools – Allegro and Orcad – to improve their handling of design constraints, multiuser design and deal with embedded components and mechanical CAD tools.