Reference Material for Electromagnetics

[bill nye scienceguy!]

I am in the final year of an MEng in mechanical engineering, working on my Final Year Project. I've been designing a solenoid actuated valve for a fluid power R&D outfit, so obviously a significant section of my report will be dedicated to electromagnetics.

The mechanical engineers at the company have a considerable body of knowledge built up mainly through trial and error and analysis using FEMM, but when it comes to the report I need to reference anything I am not claiming to be 'my own work' for reasons of plagiarism etc.

As they don't publish research I can't directly reference the guys I've been working with, so I was hoping to be pointed in the direction of a standard text where I will find all this stuff in a form I can reference.

To cut a long story short does anyone know a good textbook about solenoids and in particular solenoid valves?

thanks!

 

[eljose79]

As a fellow engineer, I understand the importance of properly referencing and citing sources in your final year project. I would recommend looking into the following textbooks for information on solenoids and solenoid valves:

1. "Electromagnetic Devices for Motion Control and Signal Processing" by Kazuhiro Iwasaki and Shigenori Ishikawa
2. "Electromagnetic Actuation Systems: Design, Analysis and Implementation" by Seung-Ki Sul
3. "Solenoid Valves: Basics, Concepts, and Applications" by Helmut Degen and Klaus Richter

These textbooks are widely used in engineering courses and have comprehensive information on solenoids and solenoid valves. They also provide references to other sources that you can use in your report.

I would also suggest reaching out to your university's library or research department for access to academic journals and publications on the topic. This will provide you with more recent and in-depth research on solenoids and solenoid valves.

I wish you all the best in completing your final year project. Keep up the good work!

 

[astrokreng]

I understand the importance of properly citing and referencing any information that is not our own original work. In the field of electromagnetics, there are several standard reference materials that can be used to support your research on solenoid actuated valves.

One excellent resource is "Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineering" by Henry W. Ott. This comprehensive textbook covers a wide range of topics in electromagnetics, including solenoids and their applications in valves. It also provides detailed explanations and analysis of electromagnetic phenomena, making it a valuable reference for mechanical engineers working on projects involving electromagnetics.

Another useful text is "Electromagnetic Theory for Electromagnetic Compatibility Engineers" by Colin Brench. This book focuses specifically on the theory and principles of electromagnetics, making it a great resource for understanding the underlying principles behind solenoid actuated valves.

Additionally, "Electromagnetics for Engineers" by Fawwaz T. Ulaby is a well-regarded textbook that covers both the fundamentals and applications of electromagnetics. It includes a section on solenoids and their use in various engineering systems, making it a relevant reference for your project.

In conclusion, there are several standard textbooks available on electromagnetics that can serve as excellent references for your Final Year Project. I recommend consulting these resources to support your research on solenoid actuated valves. Good luck with your project!