Aperture Shape Optimization for Electroplating of a Printed Circuit Board

Application ID: 139551


An aperture is often used in electroplating baths in order to improve the uniformity of the deposited metal layer.

This example simulates electroplating of a printed circuit board (PCB) in 3D using a secondary current distribution. The size and aspect ratio of the aperture is optimized using the Shape Optimization interface.

This model example illustrates applications of this type that would nominally be built using the following products: