LTSpice will get Analog Devices circuits in its library - Page 1
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author: fireworks
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 01:30:23 pm
content: Good news for LTSpice lovers: it seems that Analog Devices decided to add some of their circuits (switching power supplies) to the LTSpice library.That means that LTSpice will not be terminated by AD but its library will grow, maybe significantly.This info is derived from a job posting on LinkedIn by AD just 15h ago (see attached screenshot):Job descriptionAnalog Devices is seeking a talented Analog Engineer to author models of our switch mode power supply controllers and regulators. This is a key position strategic to Analog Device’s business flow.The ideal candidate will be a recent PhD graduate in Electrical Engineering familiar with switch mode power supply topologies or an experienced IC Designer. The candidate will be taught LTSpice modeling internals and be involved in proposing new features for the simulator. The work involves interfacing between IC Designers and the author of LTSpice.This is an excellent opportunity for an analog designer of superior ability to design at a more abstract level with broader influence.Please apply directly on our website atwww.analog.comContact the job posterNatalia HingStaffing at Analog DevicesJob Poster LocationSan Francisco Bay AreaPremiumSend InMailSeniority LevelMid-Senior levelIndustryElectrical/Electronic Manufacturing SemiconductorsEmployment TypeFull-timeJob FunctionsEngineeringApologies if this was already known.I tried searching on Google info about LTSpice under AD and didn't find any info except for this ad.Please post here any other details/rumors you might have about the future of LTSpice under AD.

author: fireworks
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 01:32:02 pm
content: By the way this is the link to the post:https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/analog-engineer-at-analog-devices-467281862/Grab it before it expires.

author: StillTrying
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 04:53:15 pm
content: I'm sure they'll find some way to break it. Most SW follows the same path, more and more improvements are done until it no longer works.

author: Siwastaja
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 04:56:29 pm
content: Quote from: StillTrying on November 07, 2017, 04:53:15 pmLTSpice is a good (and rare!) exception to this sad rule, and based on the wording of the job ad ("The work involves interfacing between IC Designers and the author of LTSpice"), they are not going to change that, but keep it a one man job, where functionality and usability wins over trendy "frameworks" and unnecessary changes.

author: schmitt trigger
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 05:03:27 pm
content: In my humble opinion, LTSpice is the best amongst the free simulators.As long as they keep the GUI and functionality intact, and only add additional models, the news are great!!But the temptation of companies to mess up with the assets they have purchased is simply too great. Too much of a "not invented here" mindset.I'll keep my fingers crossed.

author: StillTrying
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 05:08:09 pm
content: It will only work while on-line, and every schematic will include colourful ads of suggested devices.

author: Marco
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2017, 06:10:34 pm
content: LT-Spice is already an advertisement of suggested devices, just done very nicely.