Why is the Lorentz force calculated in Ansys Maxwell so low?

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The Lorentz force calculated in Ansys Maxwell appears significantly lower than expected, with results around 10^-4 N compared to the anticipated 0.1 N based on the formula F=B*I*l. The model involves a magnetically conductive plate in a static magnetic field, which should enhance the magnetic field strength to approximately 10 mT. Despite using both 3D and 2D models, the results remain consistent and unexpectedly low. The discussion highlights a potential misunderstanding or missing factor in the calculations or model setup. Further investigation or sharing of the project file may be necessary to resolve the issue.
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Why is the Lorentz force calculated in Ansys so low? According to the formula F=B*I*l, it is supposed to be at least 1000 times higher. The model is really simple: a magnetically conductive plate in a static magnetic field inducts the magnetic field from the surrounding space, which makes its own magnetic field dozens of times stronger than in the surrounding vacuum (which is perfectly logical) - around 10 mT. A 10 A electric current runs perpendicular to this magnetic field in the plate. According to the formula, F=B*I*l=10-2*10*1=0.1 N, but the program produces results in the range of 10-4 N for the Lorentz force. I have tried both 3D and 2D models and the result is nearly identical. What am I missing?

p.s. I can attach my project file if it helps
 
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