How to include a capacitor to an Ansoft Maxwell 3D eddy current design

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the integration of a capacitor into an Ansoft Maxwell 3D eddy current design, specifically focusing on the feasibility and methodology for analyzing fields with this configuration. Participants explore the use of different solvers and tools within the Ansoft Maxwell environment.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Experimental/applied, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the possibility of including a capacitor in an eddy current design using Ansoft Maxwell 3D.
  • Another participant asserts that the eddy current solver does not support this feature and suggests using the transient solver along with the Maxwell circuit editor instead.
  • A participant expresses gratitude for the suggestion and seeks additional documentation on using both the Ansoft Maxwell and circuit editor together.
  • A later post indicates that the participant has followed the manual's steps but is encountering issues with obtaining B field distribution in their design involving a resonance loop with a series capacitor.
  • The participant requests advice on potential errors in their approach, indicating uncertainty about the steps taken.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the best method to include a capacitor in the design, as participants present differing views on the capabilities of the eddy current solver versus the transient solver. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the specific issues faced in achieving the desired B field distribution.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully clarified the assumptions underlying their approaches, and there may be dependencies on specific configurations or definitions within the software tools mentioned.

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Hi experts,
I wonder anyone of you have an idea on whether we can include a discrete component (specifically a capacitor) into an "Ansoft Maxwell 3D" eddy current design. Little more description: I do have a specific eddy current design with a coils. I need to add a series capacitor and analyze the fields.
Thanks in advance.
BR
SAM
 
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Hi
In eddy current solver there is no such a possibility. To do this, use transient solver and maxwell cicruit editor.
 
Hi gerbi,
Thanks for the prompt response. I will try on that path.. further, if you have any help doc explains working with both (Ansoft Maxwell & Circuit editor) together can you pls share with me.
Thanks
BR
SAM
 
Send me a PM with your email address. I have some Maxwell tutorials.

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Hi,

I followed similar steps in the manual using transient solution along with Maxwell circuit editor. My target is to achieve B field distribution of a resonance loop with a series capacitor. (circuit and model is attached.)

My issue is B field distribution is not available with my design.
Can you please advice me where did I do wrong.

Thank you very much!
 

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