The classic application area of low frequency technology is constantly expanding and with it the requirements for simulation tools. Whether it is about importing circuit board layouts to determine forces on the conductor tracks or analyzing electrostatic discharges, new features and workflows are required. CADFEM, as leading company in the field of technical simulation, deals with the latest trends in multi-physical investigation of electromagnetic components, i.e. motors, transformers, actuators, power electronics, magnetic systems, etc.
Electrical machines are increasingly being customized in order to achieve the maximum for the respective application. This applies not only to electromagnetic properties, but also to cooling, mechanical load and noise. An efficient and reliable workflow is required that allows a comprehensive analysis.
Comprehensive analysis of conductor structures
The demands on power electronics are growing with electrification and the increasing demand for efficiency. A comprehensive analysis of the conductor structures on the circuit boards is therefore necessary, including losses (heating) and forces. Other areas of electronics are also increasingly interested in analyzing the magnetic fields on and around the circuit board.
Simulation of electrostatic discharges
With smaller distances and more sensitive semiconductor components, the issue of electrostatic discharges is becoming increasingly important. During development, care must be taken to ensure that the components are protected and this must then be verified in a standardized test. Simulation helps to identify the weak points before production and changes can be tested quickly.
A permanent magnet is installed on the circuit board, which is used to hold the cover in place, for example. The permanent magnet causes electromagnetic forces to act on the current-carrying conductors (tracks) on the circuit board. These forces can lead to damage. This is an example of how electronics and electrical engineering are increasingly merging. | © CADFEM
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