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{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"DiscussionForumPosting","headline":"[Feature] SPICE simulation support (ngspice integration)","articleBody":"## Description\n\nAdd support for SPICE circuit simulation using the bundled ngspice engine.\n\n## Problem / Use Case\n\nUsers need to verify circuit behavior before manufacturing. SPICE simulation lets them test voltage levels, timing, frequency response, and other electrical characteristics without a physical prototype. KiCad has built-in ngspice integration, but the Trace UX around simulation needs work to make it accessible and integrated with the AI workflow.\n\n## Proposed Solution\n\n- Ensure ngspice simulation works reliably from the schematic editor\n- Add AI tool support so users can ask the AI to \"simulate this circuit\" or \"check the output voltage\"\n- Surface simulation results in the chat so the AI can interpret and explain them\n- Support common simulation types: DC operating point, transient analysis, AC analysis, and frequency response\n\n## Alternatives Considered\n\nExternal SPICE tools (LTspice, etc.) could be used, but built-in simulation keeps users in one tool and lets the AI help interpret results.\n\n## Additional Context\n\nngspice 45.2 is already bundled in the macOS build. The foundation is there, but the user-facing integration and AI-assisted simulation workflow need to be built out.","author":{"url":"https://github.com/elcruzo","@type":"Person","name":"elcruzo"},"datePublished":"2026-03-09T00:07:56.000Z","interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":"https://schema.org/CommentAction","userInteractionCount":0},"url":"https://github.com/8/trace/issues/8"}