Push excitation from file#

The push excitation from file extension allows users to assign a time-domain excitation to a port in an HFSS design by importing data from a file.

The extension provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for configuration, or it can be used in batch mode via command line arguments.

The following image shows the extension GUI:

Push excitation GUI

Features#

  • Automatic detection and listing of available ports in the active HFSS design.

  • Allow users to browse and select a time-domain excitation file.

  • Assign excitations programmatically using a batch-mode interface.

  • Validate file paths and port selections to ensure proper configuration.

  • Switch between light and dark themes in the GUI.

Using the extension#

  1. Open the Automation tab in the HFSS interface.

  2. Locate and click the push excitation from file icon under the Extension Manager.

  3. In the GUI, users can interact with the following elements: - Port selection: A dropdown menu to select the desired port from the HFSS design. - File browser: A text box and button to select the excitation file. - Push excitation button: A button to assign the excitation to the selected port. - Theme toggle: A button to switch between light and dark themes.

  4. Click on Push excitation to apply the configuration.

Note

Select the port and file before applying the configuration.

Command line#

The extension can also be used directly via the command line for batch processing.

Supported arguments include:

  • file path: Path to the excitation file.

  • choice: Name of the port to assign the excitation.

  • is batch: Boolean flag to enable batch mode.

Use the following syntax to run the extension: