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Real hardware benchmarks, routing algorithms, and architecture notes from the creators of Fragua.

September 5, 2026 · Benchmark · 7 min read

Why "Vibe Routing" Fails on Switchers: Benchmarking Astra vs. Fragua vs. Hand Layout

A deep dive into Alperen Akkuncu's solar harvesting MAX17220 boost converter challenge: why generic AI placers ruin switching loops with parasitic inductance, and how Fragua keeps the loop at 1.5 mm and reroutes in 86 milliseconds.

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