Sonnet
Sonnet is a 3D planar electromagnetic simulator. LinkCAD can export geometry in Sonnet's input format for EM simulation.
Format Summary
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Encoding | ASCII |
| Import | — |
| Export | |
| License | System Interface |
Export Options
| Option | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Units | Output coordinate units | Micron |
| Substrate mapping | Map drawing layers to Sonnet substrate layers | Auto |
Common Workflows
GDSII → Sonnet
Convert mask layout geometry to Sonnet format for electromagnetic simulation and analysis.
Technical Notes
- Sonnet export is write-only
- The System Interface license bundle is required
- Polygon geometry is mapped to Sonnet metallization layers
CLI / Command-File Options
These option keys can be used on the command line or in command files.
Export
| Key | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
SonOutUnits |
int | Output units (see Units) |
SonOutSubstrateThickness |
float | Substrate thickness |
SonXCells |
int | Number of cells in X direction |
SonYCells |
int | Number of cells in Y direction |