Xcelerator Technology Innovation Awards

Welcome to the most prestigious design contest in PCB—the 29th Xcelerator Technology Innovation Awards by Siemens! Started in 1988, and formerly known as Mentor’s Technology Leadership Awards, this program is the longest-running competition of its kind in the EDA industry. It recognizes engineers and CAD designers who use Mentor's innovative technology to address today’s complex electronics systems design challenges and produce industry-leading products.

This year, entrants will be able to submit their design accomplishments in any of seven categories representing a wide variety of design types:

• Dense high-speed digital
• RF/microwave
• Power supply
• Mixed A/D/RF
• Device under test
• Back plane
• Multi-board system

Critical dates:

• Competition open: July 11, 2022
• Competition close: September 5, 2022
• Winners announced: January 12, 2023

Additional information about the contest can be found on the FAQ page. If you have any questions, send us an email.