Diode designs and manufactures custom printed circuit boards using an AI-driven toolchain that compiles schematics from code. This process accelerates hardware development by generating manufacturable designs optimized for signal integrity and cost. The resulting EDA-native files are verified by engineers before seamless integration with fabrication and component sourcing networks.
Funding
$500K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Designing custom printed circuit boards (PCBs) is a time-consuming and complex process, often requiring specialized expertise and iterative manual adjustments. Traditional methods can lead to lengthy manufacturing cycles and increased costs due to inefficiencies in component selection, layout optimization, and routing.
Solution
Diode Computers offers an AI-powered platform that automates the hardware design process, enabling users to create custom PCBs with minimal effort. The platform simplifies component selection and layout design, significantly reducing manufacturing time from weeks to days. By leveraging AI for datasheet parsing, modular composition, and autorouting, Diode streamlines the creation of built-to-order PCBs tailored to specific user requirements. A human review step ensures the quality and accuracy of the final design before manufacturing.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes engineers, researchers, and product developers who require custom PCBs for prototyping, experimentation, or specialized applications.
Features
- AI-driven datasheet parsing to automatically extract component specifications, pinouts, and footprints
- Modular schematic composition using code for reusable and extensible designs
- Automated PCB routing with integrated manual review to ensure optimal performance and manufacturability
- Support for popular development boards, including Jetson Nano, Orin, and ESP32
- Customizable add-ons such as Power over Ethernet (PoE), cameras, and custom sensors
- Rapid prototyping and manufacturing, delivering custom-built boards in days