Electrostatic vs DC Conduction Simulations for E-field Analysis

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Electrostatic and DC conduction simulations are both viable for e-field analysis, as their underlying mathematics is similar. Electrostatic simulations are best used when fields are static, while DC conduction is suited for scenarios involving current flow. Changes in dielectric constant impact electrostatic field gradients, whereas conductivity variations affect DC conduction gradients. The choice between the two methods depends on the specific conditions of the simulation. A more detailed question would lead to a more tailored response.
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When is it appropriate/inappropriate to use electrostatic and dc conduction simulations for e-field analysis
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I am doing e-field simulations and have came across two types; electrostatic and dc conduction. I know that electrostatic means there is no changing field so I'm just hoping for discussion on when one is more appropriate than the other and when one definitely should or should not be used.
 
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You can use either method for simple field analysis between boundaries because the mathematics is the same for both. One can be adapted to be the analog of the other.
With electrostatic field mapping, changes in dielectric constant will affect the field gradient.
With DC current field mapping, changes in conductivity will affect the field gradient.
For a more specific answer we need a more specific question.
Are you using a physical model or a computer algorithm ?
 
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