Course Overview
The Simulation of Actuator in Ansys Maxwell Software course consists of 3 parts.
The first part introduces the concepts of design methodology and simulation techniques to speed up the design of linear actuators and solenoids. It will guide you through best practices for static and transient parametric studies to optimize actuators, and it will show the benefits of the distributed parallel solutions. The effect of magnetic diffusion on the performance of actuators is also discussed. It consists of three lecture and five workshop videos with instructions and simulation files.
The second part teaches specific methods for actuator analysis, such as how to map side load forces based on eccentricity and air gap length, how to estimate remanent forces using the Vector Hysteresis Model, and how to compute forces at zero mechanical air gap. For fast-acting actuators, it also demonstrates how to account for magnetic diffusion in the simulations to correctly estimate time-delays in the development of flux and current, and therefore force.
The third part explains the process of integrating design in Ansys Maxwell software with Ansys optiSLang software to perform optimization analysis.
Prerequisites
- Engineering level knowledge of magnetics and transformers
- Experience with Ansys Maxwell such as the Maxwell Getting Started course
Teaching Method
Lectures and computer practical sessions to validate acquired knowledge. A training certificate is provided to all attendees who complete the course.