TZR Import Limitations and Warnings in AEDT Icepak

In this tutorial, we walk through the TZR import process, limitations, and warnings in AEDT Icepak. If you’re transitioning from Classic Icepak projects into AEDT Icepak, this guide will help you understand what information is carried over, which features are converted, and where you may encounter limitations.

We begin with a step-by-step demonstration of how to import a TZR file from Classic Icepak into AEDT Icepak, whether through the open dialog or by drag-and-drop. You’ll see how imported projects create their own workspace and which model details are automatically transferred, including materials, mesh settings, parametric trials, monitors, solver configurations, and post-processing reports.

The video then explores the Message Manager, where important conversion notes and warnings appear. Examples include unsupported options like velocity loss coefficients and biaxial conductivity. We also cover limitations not listed in the messages, such as inactive objects not being imported, radiation type conversions, unsupported periodic boundaries, and lack of species transport support.

Finally, we highlight the importance of working with the latest AEDT Icepak release, as many of these limitations are continuously addressed in new versions. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of what to expect when moving Classic Icepak projects into AEDT and how to adapt your workflow accordingly.

00:00 – Introduction
00:05 – TZR import in AEDT Icepak explained
00:12 – Step-by-step: importing Classic Icepak projects
00:42 – Drag-and-drop import method
00:51 – Imported project details and what’s transferred
01:18 – Message Manager and conversion warnings
01:33 – Examples of unsupported features
01:55 – Additional import limitations not shown in messages
02:19 – Importance of latest AEDT Icepak release