Core Viewpoint - Silvaco Group, Inc. has announced an expanded strategic partnership with Advanced Power Electronics Corp. (APEC) to enhance the development of silicon carbide power devices through advanced simulation tools and solutions [1][2][3]. Company Overview - Silvaco is a provider of AI-enabled TCAD and EDA solutions, facilitating semiconductor design and digital twin modeling across various markets including automotive, power devices, and 5G/6G mobile [6]. - APEC specializes in silicon and silicon carbide power semiconductor devices, serving sectors such as automotive, industrial, renewable energy, and consumer electronics [5]. Partnership Details - APEC has upgraded its technology and design flows by integrating Silvaco's Victory Device 2D simulation tools, Gateway™, and SmartSpice™ solutions, which will enhance the performance and time-to-market of their silicon carbide power devices [2][3]. - The partnership signifies APEC's commitment to leveraging advanced simulation tools to maintain a competitive edge in the power electronics market [3]. Technology Solutions - Silvaco's Victory TCAD platform allows comprehensive process and device simulation for power semiconductors, while Gateway ensures seamless integration between TCAD and circuit simulation [4]. - SmartSpice provides fast and accurate SPICE simulation for power device characterization and circuit design, enabling Design Technology Co-Optimization (DTCO) for next-generation power devices [4].