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The Simulation of Actuators in Ansys Maxwell Software course consists of 3 parts.

This course covers the second part that 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.

Learning Outcomes: 

Following completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Decide when to use static and transient solvers in Ansys Maxwell® advanced electromagnetic field solver for actuator design.
  • Simulate static and dynamic actuator’s behaviour in term of forces, losses, tripping times, etc.
  • Perform the parametric analysis on various design parameters of an actuator.
  • Simulate the side loading effects as a function of eccentricity and airgap on the performance of an actuator.
  • Include the Magnetic diffusion in the simulation to predict the time delays in the actuator operation.
  • Perform multi goal optimization analysis by coupling Ansys Maxwell software and Ansys optiSLang® process integration and design optimization software.

Prerequisites: 

  • Familiarity with Ansys Maxwell software.

Please note: These training materials were developed and tested in the 2023R2 release.

Certification Content

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Side Loading due to Armature Eccentricity
Remanent Flux
Summary
Post Completion Survey