Model electrodes and plates in ANSYS

[Geth]

Hello,

I am trying to model an electric setup in ANSYS Workbench. I want to model some charged surfaces surrounded by charges. Then these are in an electric field created by two electrodes. I uploaded an image for visual aid.

I have been playing around with the software for a while an am not even sure if this is possible. I have also tried contacting ANSYS developers but nothing happened.

I would prefer a 2D analysis but 3D is fine too. Any ideas?

 

[Achy47]

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your question and image. It is definitely possible to model this type of electric setup in ANSYS Workbench. In fact, ANSYS has a specific module called ANSYS Maxwell that is designed for electromagnetic simulations.

To model this setup, you will need to create your geometry in the DesignModeler or SpaceClaim module and then import it into ANSYS Maxwell. From there, you can define the material properties, boundary conditions, and mesh the geometry. You can also set up the electrodes as voltage sources and specify the electric field strength in the simulation.

If you are having trouble with the software, I would recommend reaching out to ANSYS technical support for assistance. They can provide guidance on how to set up your simulation and troubleshoot any issues you may be having.

In terms of 2D vs 3D analysis, it really depends on your specific needs and the complexity of your setup. 2D simulations may be faster and easier to set up, but 3D simulations can provide more accurate results. I would recommend trying both and comparing the results to see which method is more suitable for your application.

I hope this helps and good luck with your simulation! Let me know if you have any further questions.