semiconductor devices. A graphical interface allows users to examine results, make iterations, and pre-perform analyses as necessary. The software does not allow the user to make permanent changes to the electronic design. This activity takes place within the original EDA or CAD software. Sherlock is compatible with Abaqus, Ansys, and Siemens NX. Outputs Sherlock Automated Design Analysis produces the following outputs: A reliability score – benchmarks the risk of the design compared to industry best practices Predicted performance over time – allows product teams to project the product performance over its lifecycle A physical map of reliability issues –identifies the likely points of failure A histogram – groups parts by degree of risk Design recommendations –provide solutions to identified problems for rapid resolution Version History Sherlock Automated Design Analysis was launched in April 2011. Subsequent releases include Version 3.0 - July 2013 Version 3.1 - January 2014 Version 3.2 - October 2014 Version 4.0 - April 2015 Version 4.1 - July 2015 Version 4.2 - February 2016 Version 5.0 - July 2016 Version 5.1 - January 2017 Version 5.2 - April 2017 Version 5.3 - September 2017 Version 2020R1 - January 2020 Version 2020R2 - June 2020 Market Acceptance A company has reported requiring suppliers use Sherlock to reduce risk and help accelerate design validation and product verification. References External links DfR Solutions/Sherlock Automated Design Analysis Computer-aided engineering software