SchaltungsDesign
SchaltungsDesign (the German term for circuit design) is the process of creating electronic circuits that meet defined specifications. It encompasses analog, digital, mixed-signal, power, and RF domains and can result in discrete-component assemblies, printed circuit boards (PCBs), or integrated circuits (ICs). The design activity begins with a specification of function, performance, area, power, cost, reliability, and timing constraints, followed by architectural decisions and schematic development. Schematic capture tools record components and nets, while circuit simulators (such as SPICE derivatives) verify behavior under a range of operating conditions before any hardware is built.
Following this, layout and routing convert the schematic into a physical form suitable for fabrication. PCB
Design constraints include electrical performance (voltage, current, timing, noise), thermal management, manufacturability, safety, and regulatory compliance.