Finite element simulation of a solenoid

[daudaudaudau]

Hi all.

I would like to do a finite element simulation of a coil in a time-varying magnetic field, to see how much current is induced in the coil, and also to see how the coil itself affects its surroundings. Now my question is, how do I model a coil with several thousand turns in a practical finite element simulation? I was thinking that maybe I could just draw a cylinder and assign some (possibly anisotropic) material parameters, but then what should these be? I hope someone has an idea!

 

[EulersFormula]

Do you know how to use the program MAXWELL?

 

[daudaudaudau]

I am aware that Maxwell has some way of defining solid cylinders as coils, but this functionality does not exist in the software I have access to. Do you know how Maxwell implements this feature?

 

[EulersFormula]

The last time I simulated a solenoid on MAXWELL, my assigned current excitation was the product of the applied current and the number of turns. The solenoid was a hollow cylinder with the excitation applied in the direction of the flowing current.

 

[PJC01]

Hello,

Thank you for your question. Finite element simulations are a valuable tool in understanding the behavior of solenoids in time-varying magnetic fields. In order to accurately model a coil with several thousand turns, it is important to consider the geometry, material properties, and boundary conditions of the solenoid.

One approach to modeling a solenoid in a finite element simulation is to use a multi-turn coil element, where each turn of the coil is represented as a separate element. This allows for a more accurate representation of the coil geometry and the distribution of current within the coil.

When assigning material properties, it is important to consider the anisotropy of the material and how it will affect the behavior of the solenoid. Anisotropic materials have different properties in different directions, so it is important to carefully select the appropriate material parameters for your simulation.

Additionally, it is important to consider the boundary conditions of the solenoid. This includes the surrounding environment and any external forces or fields that may be present. These boundary conditions can greatly affect the behavior of the solenoid and should be carefully considered in your simulation.

I hope this helps guide you in your finite element simulation of a solenoid. It is important to carefully consider all aspects of the solenoid in order to accurately model its behavior. Good luck with your simulation!