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2D Magneto-Thermal Modeling of Coated High-Temperature Superconductors 2D Magneto-Thermal Modeling of Coated High-Temperature Superconductors

Thin films are very promising for the design of novel and an efficient Fault Current Limiter (FCL) made of high-temperature superconductors (HTS). However, before considering the use of these in a power grid, their thermal and highly...
COMSOL Conference 2007, Grenoble
F. Roy1, B. Dutoit1, F. Sirois2, and F. Grilli3
1École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
2Éole polytechnique de Montréal, Montréal, Canada
3F. Grilli, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, USA

3-D Modeling of a Differential Impedance Obstacle Detection Sensor for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operations 3-D Modeling of a Differential Impedance Obstacle Detection Sensor for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operations

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) is a commonly used technology for the installation of pipelines, conduits and cables in urban areas and across obstacles such as rivers, railways and freeways. A main concern in using the HDD method...
COMSOL Conference 2007, Boston
J. N. Shah1, A. Jaganathan1, E. N. Allouche1, M. Kieba2, and C. J. Ziolkowski2
1Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA, USA
2Gas Technology Institute, Chicago, IL, USA

AC/DC Modeling and Experimental Impedance Verification of 3D MEMS Inductor Coils AC/DC Modeling and Experimental Impedance Verification of 3D MEMS Inductor Coils

In this work, an analysis is presented for a 3-dimensional RF MEMS coil using the COMSOL AC/DC module in conjunction with the CAD import module. The realization of being able to produce such 3-dimensional RF coils allows for less surface...
COMSOL Conference 2008, Boston
T. Reissman, and E. Garcia
Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA

A finite element analysis of a microfluidic lab-on-a-chip system A finite element analysis of a microfluidic lab-on-a-chip system

The focus of this project was the development of a portable, hand-held device for fast, reliable testing of liquids in respect to certain components. Such a device allows for numerous applications, ranging from infection or drug abuse...
COMSOL Conference 2009, Bielefeld, Germany
Weddemann, Alexander.

Air Gap Field Analysis of Single Sided Linear Induction Motor With Time-Harmonic Finite Element Method Air Gap Field Analysis of Single Sided Linear Induction Motor With Time-Harmonic Finite Element Method

In recent years, the single-sided linear induction motor (SLIM) has been the most suitable choice for electric vehicles of the wheel and touchless type. The reason is simplicity in manufacturing, capability in applying direct force,...
COMSOL Conference 2010, Bangalore
M.S. Manna1 , S Marwaha1 , and N. Kaur2
1 Dept. of EIE, Sant Longowal Inst. of Engg. & Tech Longowal, Sangrur, Punjab, India
2 Dept. of ECE, Universal Group on Institutes, Lalaru, Punjab, India

An Advanced Finite Element Reliability Tool for Stray Current Corrosion Assessments An Advanced Finite Element Reliability Tool for Stray Current Corrosion Assessments

This paper describes a model which simulates a stray current interface of underground steel structures through a traction power system, which causes accelerated corrosion.First preliminary calculations show that uncertainty in the soil...
COMSOL Conference 2007, Grenoble
W. H. A. Peelen, and W. M. G. Courage
TNO Built Environment and Geosciences, Delft, The Netherlands

Analysis and Design of Electromagnetic Pump Analysis and Design of Electromagnetic Pump

Liquid metal loops are used for heat removal and for the study of certain magneto-fluidic phenomenon like MHD (Magneto-Hydro Dynamic) effects. These loops operate at high temperatures and carry fluids that are invariably toxic in nature....
COMSOL Conference 2010, Bangalore
V. Teotia, S. Malhotra, K. Singh, and U. Mahapatra
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Analysis of a Three-phase Transformer Using COMSOL Multiphysics and a Virtual Reality Environment Analysis of a Three-phase Transformer Using COMSOL Multiphysics and a Virtual Reality Environment

The simulation software COMSOL Multiphysics is applied to the numerical com-putation of the magnetic fields of a three-phase transformer. A three-dimensional model of the geometrical configuration is created with the help of the CAD tools...
COMSOL Conference 2011, Stuttgart
A.Buchau, and W. M. Rucker
Institut für Theorie der Elektrotechnik
Universität Stuttgart
Stuttgart, Germany

Analysis of Highly-dense LED Structures Analysis of Highly-dense LED Structures

In this presentation we consider LED lighting. We begin the presentation by explaining the basics of LED lighting and the opportunities it provides. We then provide examples of different issues with LED lighting, such as optical,...
COMSOL Conference 2006, Taipei
Te-Yuan Chung
National Central University

Analysis of Multiconductor Quasi-TEM Transmission Lines and Multimode Waveguides Analysis of Multiconductor Quasi-TEM Transmission Lines and Multimode Waveguides

This paper presents an analysis approach of multicondcutor quasi-TEM lines transmission interconnect in a single dielectric region and multimode waveguides using the finite element method (FEM). FEM is especially suitable and effective...
COMSOL Conference 2010, Boston
S.M. Musa1 , M.N.O. Sadiku1 , and O.D. Momoh2
1 Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX, USA
2 Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne, IN, USA

Analysis of the Electric Field and the Potential Distribution in Cavities Inside Solid Insulating Electrical Materials Analysis of the Electric Field and the Potential Distribution in Cavities Inside Solid Insulating Electrical Materials

Solid extruded polymeric materials such as crosslinked polyethylene are widely used in the electrical insulation of underground high voltage power transmission cables. This paper treats the combined effect of space charge and...
COMSOL Conference 2006, Paris
T. Seghir1 , D. Mahi1 ,T. Lebey2 , and D. Malec2
1 Materials Laboratory, Electrical Engineering Institute, Amar Thelidji University of Laghouat, Algeria
2 Electrical Engineering Laboratory, University of Paul Sabatier, Toulouse

An MHD Modeling of High-Temperature SiC Solution Growth An MHD Modeling of High-Temperature SiC Solution Growth

Despite its real advantages compare to seeded sublimation growth, SiC solution growth has never given convincing results. The difficulty of stabilizing the growth front, and thus avoiding any polycrystal formation results from a poor...
COMSOL Conference 2010, Paris
F. Mercier1 , D. Chaussende1 , J.M. Dedulle1,2 and J. Lefebure1
1 Laboratoire des Matériaux et du Génie Physique (LMGP), Grenoble INP - CNRS, France
2 IRIS Technologies, Grenoble, France

Benchmark of COMSOL vs. ROXIE Codes for the Calculation of a Particle Accelerator Quadrupole Benchmark of COMSOL vs. ROXIE Codes for the Calculation of a Particle Accelerator Quadrupole

The field quality requirements of most particle accelerator magnets are very tight and, therefore, very precise simulations are needed to accurately calculate these devices. CERN\'s ROXIE code is widely used as a reference software to...
COMSOL Conference 2011, Stuttgart
I. Rodriguez, and J. L. Munoz
ESS Bilbao
Bilbao, Spain

Berechnung der Bewegung eines magnetisch angetriebenen Ankers Berechnung der Bewegung eines magnetisch angetriebenen Ankers

Zur effizienten Entwicklung magnetisch angetriebener Schaltgeräte ist es aufgrund der zunehmenden Komplexität und des hohen Optimierungsdruckes notwendig leistungsstarke Berechnungsmethoden für Konstrukteure zu entwickeln. Nachdem...
COMSOL Conference 2006, Frankfurt
P.R. Zeller, and K. Schiefermayr
Fachhochschule Wels, Automatisierungstechnik, Wels

Calculating Iron Losses Taking into Account Effects of Manufacturing Processes Calculating Iron Losses Taking into Account Effects of Manufacturing Processes

Finite element modelling of electrical machines usually assumes uniform magnetic properties and loss behaviour throughout the steel laminations. It is well known that manufacturing processes, like the assembly of the machine, deteriorate...
COMSOL Conference 2008, Hannover
P. Goes, E. Hoferlin, and M. De Wulf
OCAS N.V. – ArcelorMittal Research Gent, Belgium

Calculation of Cable Parameters for Different Cable Shapes  Calculation of Cable Parameters for Different Cable Shapes 

Efforts involving simulation of  transmission line networks necessitate the accurate values of the parameters of the lines. In this paper, as an attempt in estimating such parameters, the parameters of high voltage asymmetric power...
COMSOL Conference 2008, Hannover
H. Lorenzen1 , J. Timmerberg1 , and S. Mylvaganam2
1 Department of Electrical Engineering, UAS OOW, Wilhelmshaven, Germany
2 Department Technology/Engineering, Telemark University College, Porsgrunn, Norway

Computational study of Solidification and Melting of Alloys Computational study of Solidification and Melting of Alloys

This paper is written in Chinese. --------------------------------- Keynote speaker's biography: Since 1991, Prof. Shuang-Shii Lian has been with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National Taiwan University. He...
COMSOL Conference 2006, Taipei
Shuang-Shii Lian
National Taiwan University

Computation of Electrical Parameters for Different Conducting Bodies Using Finite Element Method Computation of Electrical Parameters for Different Conducting Bodies Using Finite Element Method

Accurate and efficient computation of electrical parameters for different conducting bodies represents an essential part of spacecraft modern integrated circuits. In this paper, we will illustrate modeling of inhomogeneous quasi-TEM...
COMSOL Conference 2008, Boston
S. Musa and M. Sadiku
College of Engineering, Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX, USA

Computation of the Forces Acting on a Magnetic Bearing Due to Eddy Currents Computation of the Forces Acting on a Magnetic Bearing Due to Eddy Currents

Forces due to induced current can play a significant role in the behavior of electro-magnetic devices. In some case these forces produce a useful effect, like in induction motors, whereas in others they involve non-desired phenomena, like...
COMSOL Conference 2007, Grenoble
V. Kluyskens, and B. Dehez
Center of Research in Mechatronics, Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium

COMSOL Multiphysics Modeling for Design Optimization of Eddy Current Crack Detectors COMSOL Multiphysics Modeling for Design Optimization of Eddy Current Crack Detectors

Passing alternating current through a wire placed just above a conducting surface induces eddy currents in that surface. Any cracks present in the conductor modify the eddy current distribution, creating a magnetic field signature...
COMSOL Conference 2010, Boston
E. Weststrate, M. Steinback, N. Rensing, and T. Tiernan
Radiation Monitoring Devices Inc., Watertown, MA, USA


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