SOPRANO is a specialist finite element analysis module for finding the frequency domain fields, or resonant modes (eigenvalues) of a structure.

It is assumed that all conducting walls are ideal conductors (the losses in the wall are not taken into account) although the surface current distribution can be obtained by suitable post-processing, as well as Q factor calculations. The Post-Processor will also display the eigenvectors associated with these resonant modes.

For frequency domain field analysis, the full Helmholtz equation is modeled, including loss and propagation terms. The complex solution can be further processed in the Post-Processor to provide the results at any time in the ac cycle (including time average and RMS quantities).

SOPRANO Applications

SOPRANO supplements the existing OPERA packages by extending the frequency range to include the analysis of resonant structures. The experience of Vector Fields development team and application engineers has produced a package that is easy to use for the design of a wide range of waveguide components and resonant devices such as RF Cavities.

See also the CONCERTO software suite for Microwave device design.

SOPRANO features include:

• Full 3D modeling
• Automatic Mesh Generation
• Efficient data input
• Interfaces to CAD/CAM
• Eigenvalue analysis
• Generalized boundary conditions

Download theSOPRANO Data Sheet for further detailed information.