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Capturing Eddy Current Losses in a Permanent Magnet Motor Design
Permanent magnet (PM) motors are becoming more prevalent in transportation due to their energy efficiency. You can study Eddy current losses in a PM motor design with the AC/DC Module.
Modeling a Transient Contact Problem with Stick-Slip Friction Transition
Stick-slip friction transition is a phenomenon relevant to many transient mechanical contact problems. You can use structural analysis to evaluate these effects.
How to Use the New Ray Termination Feature for Geometrical Optics
You can simplify your optical simulations performed with the Ray Optics Module — including model setup and results analysis — with the Ray Termination feature. Read about how to use it here.
Faraday Cages Say ‘Do Not Pass’ to Electromagnetic Waves
Faraday cages are found in microwave ovens, protection suits worn by electrical line workers, and even novel “boxes” that are meant to eliminate distractions from cellphones and other devices.
Modeling Natural and Forced Convection in COMSOL Multiphysics®
Get an overview of several approaches for modeling natural and forced convection in COMSOL Multiphysics®, starting with the simplest method and adding complexity from there.
Analyzing a Silicon Solar Cell Design with the Semiconductor Module
You can model a solar (or photovoltaic) cell consisting of a 1D Si p-n junction using the Semiconductor Module add-on. We feature a tutorial model to provide more details.
Analyzing Heat and Mass Transfer During Cake Baking with Simulation
As you bake a cake, there are many complex heat and mass transport processes taking place behind the oven door. Take a closer look at the art and science involved in the cake baking process…
Speed Up Your Modeling with COMSOL® Software Version 5.3
COMSOL released version 5.3 of the COMSOL Multiphysics® software and COMSOL Server™ in early 2017. This release focused heavily on performance improvements to both the core and add-on products.
A Multilevel Approach to Modeling Planar Discharge in CO2 Lasers
Check out the multilevel approach to plasma modeling used by a researcher in the laser industry, who used the flexibility and functionality of COMSOL Multiphysics® to optimize a gas laser design.
How to Optimize the Spacing of Electromagnetic Coils
Did you know that you can maximize the magnetic field strength of your electromagnetic coil designs by optimizing the spacing between the coils?
Analyzing the Mechanical Performance of a Tricycle Frame Design
Tricycles have 3 wheels and countless uses due to their extra support and load capacity. Design a tricycle that meets safety requirements by analyzing its mechanical performance.
Finding an Accurate Model to Study Blood Flow Around a Stent
Biomedical example involving CFD simulation: In order to analyze the blood flow around an arterial stent, you need a fluid model that can describe blood’s non-Newtonian behavior.