Analog Design and Simulation Using OrCAD Capture and PSpice, Second Edition provides step-by-step instructions on how to use the Cadence/OrCAD family of Electronic Design Automation software for analog design and simulation. Chapters explains how to start, capture, and set up the project type and libraries for PSpice simulation, also including instructions on how to calculate the frequency and phase response of a circuit and how to calculate the circuit's bias point over a range of values. New sections include updates on OrCAD Release 17.2 and its new features, coverage of PSPICE extra features and support for negative values in hysteresis and threshold voltage.
In addition, a new chapter on PSpice Advanced Analysis includes a description of a parametric sweep, which involves sweeping a parameter through a range of values, along with the use of Stimulus Editor to define transient analog and digital sources and an examination of the failure of simulations due to circuit errors and missing or incorrect parameters.
Dr Fitzpatrick is a Chartered engineer and lecturer at the University of East Anglia teaching electrical and electronic engineering with a research interest in Biomedical Engineering. His primary research interest is in the use of Functional Electrical Simulation (FES) for the restoration of bladder function and restoration of gait in stroke and spinal cord injured patients. His research focuses on the design and development of custom designed implantable electrodes. His recent book, Analogue Design and Simulation using OrCAD Capture and PSpice, published by Elsevier, has sold worldwide to highly acclaimed reviews in numerous prestigious electronic engineering journals including EDN and Electronic Times, the book being officially endorsed by Cadence Design Systems.
Dr Fitzpatrick has published other books in the field of Biomedical Engineering and is the Series editor for the Developments in Biomedical Engineering and Bioelectronics book series by Elsevier.