Modular PCB Design for Smart PBR
Task completed.
0:46
reviewed connectivity and routing status
0:36
fixed obvious power and output nets
3:20
- Connected U1:FB to ^REG5_FB
- Connected Q2:S to ^GND
- Connected J2:2, J4:2 to ^VIN_12V
net GND = GND:GND, Q2:S, J14 Pin_6 - J15 Pin_6:GND, R3:P2, C4 P2 - C5 P2:GND, C3:P2, J9:Pin_1, J1:2, J7:Pin_1, C11:P2, U1:GND, J8:Pin_1, J12:1, J14:Pin_6, J14:Pin_2, C7:P2, C10:P2, Q1:S, C4:P2, C5:P2, J10:Pin_1, R1:P2, U2:GND, C6:P2, C1:P2, J13:1, C9:P2, J15:Pin_6, J11:1;
net PUMP_NEG = J4:1, D1:anode;
net REG5_SW = C2:P2, U1:SW;
net LED_BLUE_NEG = D2:cathode, Q2:D, J3:1;
net VIN_12V = J3:2, J4:2, J2:2, C9:P1, C1:P1, J1:1, U1:VIN, R7:P1;
net LED_RED_NEG = J2:1, Q1:D, D1:cathode;
net PWM_BLUE_GATE = Q2:G, R3:P1, R4:P2;
net BUCK_EN = R7:P2, U1:EN;
net REG5_CB = U1:CB, C2:P1;
net REG5_FB = U1:FB;
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- Set Layout's traceWidth to "0.20mm"
- Set Layout's keepOut to "0.20mm"
- Set Layout's boardInsetMargin to "0.50mm"
Execution stopped due to insufficient credits.
1:26
Started implementing a plan
#Goal
- Complete the remaining schematic connections and PCB routing of the ESP32 PBR Controller so that the design becomes prototype-ready.
#Implementation plan
1. Complete Schematic Connectivity
1. Review the power/output sections and connect any remaining components, ensuring proper connections between the power supply, regulators, sensors, and actuators.
2. Verify routing connections to test-points, headers, and connectors for complete signal continuity.
2. Organize PCB Zones
1. Divide the board into distinct areas for power, logic (ESP32 and control circuitry), analog sensing, and high-current outputs.
2. Clearly label each zone and review net assignments to avoid cross-zone interference.
3. PCB Routing
1. Apply layout guidelines specific to each zone, ensuring appropriate trace widths and clearance for power, signal, and high-current paths.
2. Use auto-routing to connect nets within each zone while manually reviewing critical paths, especially in power and high-current outputs.
3. Validate connectivity using design rule checks to ensure no unrouted or conflicting connections remain.
4. Final Review
1. Cross-check the schematic against the PCB layout ensuring all components are correctly routed and connected.
2. Update project documentation with the final schematic and board routing changes.
#Success criteria
- All schematic connectivity issues, especially in the power and output sections, are resolved.
- PCB is fully routed with axes segmented into power, logic, analog, and high-current zones.
- Design rule checks confirm a complete connection with no errors, making the design ready for prototype review.
